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The 2019 Kia Sorento has a modern and very, now-looking appearance. It starts with the tiger-nose grill. When you see a Sorento on the road it becomes obvious. The grill does look like a tiger’s nose and that is why the front view of the 2019 Sorento is bold and adds to the Sorento’s athletic look and aggressive stance. So, how does the 2019 Kia Sorento drive? That’s a logical question. For one thing, the 2019 Kia Sorento takes a back seat to none when it comes to safety and performance. The Sorento helps you maintain control where it matters. Electronic Stability Control, (ESC) helps keep you on course, while the Traction Control System, (TCS) helps avoid wheel spin. But this is not all. The fully active DynamaxTM All-Wheel-Drive, (AWD) system continuously monitors road and driving conditions to help anticipate your needs. The Dynamax™ All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) available on Sorento LX, LX V6, EX V6, SX, and SX Limited. more Since we have been speaking about safety, there is the Brake Assist System, (BAS) to consider. What this system does is apply additional braking force as needed, while Hill-Start Assist Control, (HAC) helps keep you in place as you accelerate from a stop on an incline. Automatic and intuitive, the available hands-free Smart Power Liftgate opens when it senses your smart key–with no hands or feet required. The Smart Power Liftgate is standard on the EX V6, SX, and SX Limited. This little innovation could be huge; especially if you have ever tried standing on one foot, with arms full of packages, while standing on ice. Okay, that’s a lot of detail and no one expects you to remember all of this, but it does illustrate that there are all sorts of ways to appoint your own 2019 Kia Sorento. The Sorento seats seven, (7) comfortable, smiling people. Edmunds: “Not too big; not too small. Quiet, luxurious and safe, with Apple Car Play standard. A seven passenger SUV that gets 30mpg and a 10-year warranty.” DELLA Kia in Plattsburgh, NY, is your North Country SUV dealer and you are invited to come in and test drive the new 2019 Kia Sorento. There are finance and lease options available too. We have all the current details. Give us a call at (518) 561-6400 to schedule an appointment or visit our website 24/7 at DELLAKia.com.

When you think of Kia you might think of entry-level vehicles, but not in the case of the new 2018 Kia Stinger. The Stinger is a true GT, fun to drive and serious competition for vehicles priced thousands of dollars higher including one vehicle that costs more than two-times the Stinger's price tag. This is rarified air for a Kia but no worries; this super-car belongs up there with the rest of them and can more than hold its own. The new 2018 Kia Stinger comes in two trim levels: GT and Premium. They are both terrific and made to drive with fun, curves and the open-road in mind. Not that many people can shell-out sixty, seventy or even one-hundred thousand dollars for a ride through the mountains, curves and straightaways of life and you don't have to do that. The Kia Stinger has solved that problem. With a top speed of about 167 MPH and zero to sixty in five seconds, you can experience life in the fast-lane...literally. more The 2018 Kia Stinger has a recognizable Kia grill and the rest of the car features a blend of sleek precision, sculpted lines and sporty class. The Stinger looks like it's moving when it is standing still! CarShui.com: "Kia continues to push to separate itself from other manufacturers by bringing something truly unique to the typical luxury sports sedans already on the market." Car and Driver.com: "the Stinger, provides strong performance at a budget-friendly price." NY Daily News.com: "Rakishly drawn, the Stinger is a midsize 5-door hatchback with compelling design, upscale materials, and thrilling driving dynamics, a member of a growing class of “sportback” vehicles." The Stinger is offered with two engines including a 2.0-liter turbo-four rated at 255 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V-6 with 365 hp and 376 lb-ft. Both engines are paired exclusively to an eight-speed automatic transmission. A 2018 Kia Stinger will satisfy your sporty urges. It all depends upon how much sport you want to have in your driving adventures! Visit DELLAKia.com 24/7 or better yet, stop by our showroom at DELLA Kia in Plattsburgh, NY and we will be glad to answer your questions or you can take a test drive behind the wheel of this remarkable new Kia.

Snazzy, sporty, and striking aren’t words you associate with minivans—but the ambitious folks at Kia have managed to build a little of each into the Sedona. With room for eight, storage for family necessities, and a long list of standard and optional safety features, the Sedona is a compelling choice for value-minded shoppers available at DELLA Kia in Plattsburgh, NY. Powered by a 276-hp V-6 with a six-speed transmission and boasting a smooth ride, the Sedona also injects a little fun into daily kid-ferrying duties. With a spacious cockpit and available second-row First-Class Lounge Seating, the 2018 Kia Sedona proves that style can seat seven in a vehicle which was designed to give you luxury in every row. This year, every Sedona comes standard with a great idea: A Rear-View Conversation Mirror. What is it? It is a handy little feature that keeps passengers in your line of sight without taking your focus off the road. Edmunds.com: "A well-equipped cabin and low-price help give the Sedona a competitive edge in the minivan segment." Motor Trend.com: "COOL FACT: The optional second-row captain’s chairs on the 2018 Sedona were inspired by long haul first class seats on airplanes." The Car Connection.com: "Minivans should ride well, and the 2018 Kia Sedona does." The 2018 Kia Sedona comes in five different trim levels: Sedona L, Sedona LX, Sedona EX, Sedona SX, and Sedona SXL. What this means is that it is possible to get a Sedona tailored to your needs and you don't have to settle for less or pay for features you won't use. It is good to have choices. Every Sedona model is powered by a 3.3-liter V6 engine (276 horsepower) with front wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. You will like the Sedona's relaxed, easy-to-drive character, but it moves out with authority when you need it to and handles like a sedan. The 2018 Kia Sedona is a minivan that will put a smile on your face every day. The best way for you to experience the new Kia Sedona is to visit us at DELLA Kia in Plattsburgh, NY. There is nothing like a test drive to see how the 2018 Sedona will work for you. Visit our showroom or access our website 24/7 at DELLAKia.com. There is no better time to see how a new Kia Sedona will look in your driveway.

Just 15 new vehicles meet the increased requirements of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, (IIHS) and have earned a Top Safety Pick+ rating. The 2018 Kia Forte Sedan is one of the vehicles that meet this year's stricter guidelines. Kia is at the forefront of vehicular safety and 2018 continues this important aspect of applied automotive engineering. more The stricter guidelines focus on how well passengers in the front seat are protected in frontal collisions that simulate hitting a tree or pole, which the IIHS calls the small-overlap test. Before this year, only the driver’s side faced this test. You can see and test drive the new 2018 Kia Forte Sedan at DELLA Kia in Plattsburgh, NY. Visit our showroom to experience the Kia Forte in person. Give us a call us with questions or to schedule an appointment. For your convenience, you can visit our website 24/7 at DELLAKia.com.

If you grew up around Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Lake Placid, Malone, or Queensbury, NY, you might remember Frontier Town in North Hudson, NY. This western theme park once drew thousands of vacationers each year, but since its closure in 1999, it has become an abandoned ghost town. New York State is looking to change all of that by making the 300-acre property the site for “Gateway to the Adirondacks,” a new tourist destination for the area! The Governor announced that the state will be investing $2.8 million dollars into the site to create jobs and attract visitors from all over the country. Gateway to the Adirondacks will include: Interactive exhibits in historic structures highlighting the past, present, and future of the Adirondack forest products and local food industries Adirondack craft beer experience at Paradox Brewery A campground and day use area along the Schroon River Adirondack Park Visitor Information Center Event center with tourist accommodations Equestrian camping and trail riding area “The Gateway to the Adirondacks will be a world-class tourism hub at a strategic location to attract new visitors to the Adirondack Park and drive economic growth in the North Country,” Governor Cuomo said. “The Master Plan, developed with key community partners, builds on our comprehensive efforts to protect the Adirondack Park while attracting tourists to experience the wide array of outstanding recreation options this region has to offer.” This project isn’t set to begin until 2019, but we at DELLA Kia are very excited about what it might bring to the area! "Governor Cuomo Announces Master Plan for $32 Million "Gateway to the Adirondacks" at Northway Exit 29." Governor Andrew M. Cuomo. N.p., 26 Jan. 2017. Web. 01 Feb. 2017. < https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-master-plan-32-million-gateway-adirondacks-northway-exit-29 >.

Our DELLA Kia customers are no strangers to the harsh winter months in Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Lake Placid, Malone, and Queensbury NY. With the streets and roads covered in salt, snow, and dirt, it seems inevitable that our vehicles will be too. While “road junk” can be a nuisance and make your vehicle look unattractive, that’s not all it’s capable of. Road salt, snow, and dirt can mix with the air’s moisture to accelerate the rusting process. Check out our four tips below to helping your vehicle survive the winter! Winterize with Wax - An affordable and simple solution to protecting your vehicle from the harsh winter debris is adding a layer of wax. The wax will act as an extra protectant against salt, snow, and dirt. You Missed a Spot - Road salt tends to collect behind the wheels, quarter panels, and front grille. Because of this, it’s the first place rust tends to start. Make sure you’re checking and cleaning these areas regularly. Wash It Down - Washing your vehicle in the winter may seem a little odd, or you might just think it’s a waste of time. But it pays off big in the long run. However you choose to wash your vehicle - by hand, with a power washer, or at a car wash - make sure you’re doing it as often as every other week. Also, be sure that the temperature is above freezing when you do wash it. Otherwise, you’ll be driving around a frozen popsicle! Switch It Up - Winter can wreak havoc on the interior of your vehicle as well. To protect your floors from the salt, dirt, and snow you’re bringing in with you, buy some custom fitted rubber mats. Also, if you’re tired of scraping ice off your windshield, drain your windshield wiper fluid and add some de-icing fluid. So go ahead, sleep in an extra 10 minutes! If you have any questions or need any help from us here at the DELLA Kia Service Department, that’s what we’re here for! Schedule an appointment today. Woo, Kevin. "Why Washing Your Car in Winter Is Important." YourMechanic Advice. N.p., 31 Mar. 2016. Web. 27 Jan. 2017. < https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/why-washing-your-car-in-winter-is-important-by-kevin-woo >.

DELLA Kia would like to let all of our customers near Plattsburgh, NY; Burlington, VT; Lake Placid, Malone, and Queensbury, NY that the 2017 Kia Optima is now available and awaiting your test drive! If you want to blaze trails and set trends, this is the vehicle for you. We invite you to take a look at our latest Research and Review page that will cover all the details and features of the Optima from top to bottom. We’ll be releasing the page on our website very soon, so be sure to check back here for an arrival announcement!

2018 Stinger The all-new 2018 Kia Stinger has been in the public eye for barely two weeks, and it’s already winning awards! Shortly following its debut at the 2017 North American International Auto Show, it was awarded the EyesOn Design Award for Production Car Design Excellence! This award honors the best concept and production vehicles who made their debut at the 2017 NAIAS. There are many categories including Concept Car, Production Car, Concept Truck, Production Truck, Innovative Use of Color/Graphics/Materials, Interior Design, User Experience Award, and Designer Catalyst. As previously mentioned, the 2018 Stinger picked up the coveted Production Car award. “We’ve made a lot of great cars and I’m proud of all of them, but the Stinger is something special,” said Peter Schreyer, Kia Motors’ chief design officer. Learn more about the 2018 Kia Stinger in our previous blog: here! "2018 Kia Stinger Receives EyesOn Design Award for Production Car Design Excellence." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Jan. 2017. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/12179/2018-kia-stinger-receives-eyeson-design-award-for-production-car-design-excellence >.

2017 Kia Sportage SX SX Turbo 2WD The 2017 Best of Awards were recently held at the North American International Auto Show by Cars.com. The website’s annual awards show showcases all-new or redesigned vehicles that excel in quality, innovation, and value. The all-new 2017 Kia Sportage, which is the fourth generation of the vehicle, was chosen as the Best New Compact SUV of 2017! Not only is the all-new 2017 Sportage an IIHS Top Safety Pick+, it offers a more contemporary design, spacious interior, and dynamic performance. “It's hard to overstate how far Kia has come in the last 15 years: The South Korean brand has steadily refined its lineup while adding features that wouldn't be out of place in a luxury vehicle. The redesigned 2017 Sportage compact SUV continues that trend with its distinctive styling, a roomy interior, easy-to-use technology and upscale available features,” said Patrick Olsen, Cars.com editor-in-chief. “The SUV segment is booming and compact SUVs are especially hot. That field is extremely competitive, but the new Sportage is well positioned to challenge them — and win.” Test drive the 2017 Kia Sportage at DELLA Kia today! "2017 Sportage Named." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Jan. 2017. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/12161/2017-sportage-named-best-new-compact-suv-by-carscom >.

January is all about change, and what better way to change things up this 2017 than with a New Kia from DELLA Kia! This month for our January specials, we have a little something for everyone. Save on the tech savvy 2017 Kia Forte, futuristic 2016 Kia Optima, transformative 2016 Kia Soul, adventurous 2017 Kia Sportage, and travel-ready 2017 Kia Sorento. Head over to our Specials Page and schedule your test drive today!

2018 Stinger We know our customers have been patiently waiting for more details about the Kia GT Concept, and DELLA Kia is happy to announce that the production model has finally debuted at the 2017 North American International Auto Show in Detroit! The five-passenger fastback sports sedan will be called the 2018 Kia Stinger and will be the highest-performance production vehicle in Kia history. The 2018 Kia Stinger will make its road presence known to everyone with an eight-speed rear-wheel transmission and two available turbocharged engines. Drivers can choose between the standard 2.0L Turbocharged Four-Cylinder Theta II Engine (255 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque) and the available 3.3l Twin-Turbo V6 Lambda II Engine (365 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque). The Stinger radiates confidence and athleticism with a tiger-nose grille, LED headlamps, front air curtains, four exhaust pipes, and smooth underbody.  Inside the cabin, drivers will enjoy a seven-inch haptic touchscreen equipped with UVO, next-generation QuantumLogic™Surround Sound Technology, Head-Up Display, Smartphone Charging Pad, and Bluetooth® Hands-Free Operation. They’ll also be protected by a host of safety technologies like Integrated Autonomous Emergency Braking, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. “Unlike any Kia that has come before it, the Stinger really is a dream car for us, and here today in Detroit, that dream is now a reality after years of commitment and hard work from a passionate group of designers, engineers and executives around the world,” said Orth Hedrick, vice president, product planning, Kia Motors America. “From its GT concept-car origins to the years of tuning and refining on the legendary Nurburgring circuit, no detail was too small to be obsessed over, and the result is simply stunning.” Keep checking back on the DELLA Kia blog for the most up-to-date information on the 2018 Kia Stinger, which is due to arrive here late this year! "Kia Unveils All-new 2018 Stinger in Detroit #TheCurveAhead." Kia Motors America Newsroom. N.p., n.d. Web. 10 Jan. 2017. < http://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media/pressreleases/12112/2018-kia-stinger-makes-world-debut-at-north-american-international-auto-show >.

The 2017 Kia Soul is totally transformed and ready to transform your drive! Test it out right here at DELLA Kia! If you want to see what’s new for 2017, visit our newest Research and Review page. You’ll be able to learn every detail about the Soul before ever stepping foot on our lot!