What 16 year old with a brand new license doesn't imagine hitting the road in his dream car with all the works? And what parent of a 16 year old with a brand new license doesn't dread that same fantasy? With the Kia Rio, both the parent and the child can feel happy with that teenager behind the wheel.
According to Vroomgirls.com, the premier automotive website for and by women, the Kia Rio has been dubbed one of the "Six Best Nhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifew Cars For Your Teenager." The combination of safety features, excellent fuel economy, and affordable pricing with a stylish exterior, USB connectivity, and easy-to-use dashboard makes for a car that appeals to both the parent and the teenager.
"Parents want a safe, reliable car for their kids, but teens only care about what's cool," said Tara Weingarten, Vroomgirls.com Editor-in-Chief. "The 2012 Kia Rio checks both of those boxes."
The Rio comes as both a 4-door sedan and 5-door hatchback. Both models offer the kind of amenities everyone can appreciate, no matter what your age. The estimated 30 MPG city and 40 MPG highway means the Rio is the most-fuel efficient car of the six listed. A USB-compatible stereo with steering-wheel controls allows teens to listen to their music without taking their eyes off the road. The Rio also has either a 5 year/60,000 mile warranty for the whole car, or a 10 year/100,000 mile warranty on the engine, transmission and driveline. Any way you look at it, this car gives you a great deal, no matter if you're 16 or 46.
2012 has been a very good year already for the North Korean automaker Kia. Kia cars have been garnering awards and accolades for their newest models left and right. The latest of these honors is the Kia Optima's title of "2012 Car of the Year" by Canada's Motoring TV, a weekly national half hour magazine style television program. The Optima also scored Motoring TV's "Best New Family Car" and the Kia Rio won "Best Small Car Under $21,000" category. Kia's win marks the first time in the 22-year history of giving out these distinctions that Motoring TV has awarded the same company "Car of the Year" back-to-back. The Kia Sportage earned the designation last year."The Kia Optima can be all things to all potential customers," said Brad Diamond of Motoring TV. "You have the regular sedan, the go faster model with its 274 turbo charged horsepower, and hybrid for those looking to do their bit for the planet."
"The 2012 Optima is a world-class vehicle encompassing a dynamic modern design, a driver-oriented award-winning interior, technology and top safety elements that have all contributed to make it a "Car of the Year" winner," said William Lee, President and Chief Executive Officer of Kia Canada Inc. "Having some of the top automotive journalists in Canada from Motoring TV validate the Optima and Rio further supports our flourishing brand value."
A big reason for the win was the Optima's new five-star safety rating under the recently revamped crash safety testing system conducted by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHSTA). Only 12 other car models have earned the NHSTA five-star rating. The new system includes tougher crash tests, and, for the first time, provides consumers with a single overall safety score per vehicle. Standard safety features on the Optima include:
Available in several trim variations - LX, EX, SX and Hybrid - the Optima is sure to offer a vehicle that suits your needs. Each variation maintains impressive mileage; the 2012 Kia Optima delivers EPA fuel economy ratings of up to 24 mpg city and 35 mpg highway, among the highest in the class and on par with some smaller cars. For maximum economy, the Optima Hybrid delivers 36 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway. The Optima combines the amazing fuel economy with an elegant design, everyday comfort, and an exciting array of technological features like Bluetooth wireless technology with steering wheel-mounted controls, USB and auxiliary input jacks, and Sirius XM satellite radio capabilities.
