The Stinger...Here is what I know. We should see the first of this new super car roll out in the next couple of months...Hopefully before Thanksgiving. 😁
It will be a new model on a new frame. A fastback 4 door with a hatch. Much like the Jaguar XJ series four door. It will be available in a 2.0 single turbo, rear wheel drive and a 3.6 twin turbo with available AWD.
Bottom line, it will be a screamer and the full package with all the bells and whistles is expected to be about 25,000.00 less than the Jag with a much lower cost of ownership. And don't forget the Kia 10 year 100,000
mile drive train coverage and our 5 year 60,000 mile bumper to bumper coverage.
Here is a link to the Stinger to see more.
I will post a blog when it hits the showroom.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Puu0phAVEYs
Ok, So I will ask customers when they come in for a Kia Vehicle, "are you looking at an Lx, Ex or Sx?" Many of them know already because, after all, the internet is a wealth of information.
For those who are not in the know, here is what the different designations mean.
LX /GDI /FE are designated as the lower end of the scale. (I detest using the term 'base model' as it brings up connotations of manual windows, stick shift and am/fm radio. Actually our LX models are more about affordability thank trying to strip a lot of creature comforts. All Kias come with bluetooth connectivity, am/fm/xm radio. many with CD players, although these days, CD players are going the way of cassette players as most folks listen to streamed media. but that's another blog....The typical LX model has upgraded cloth interior, cruise control, many have back up cameras, power driver's seats and of course all of them come with the Kia 10 year / 100,000 mile drive train coverage and the 5 year/60,0000 manufacturer coverage as well as 5/60,000 roadside assistance.
EX models have a few more goodies, usually an upgrade to leather interior, sunroof options, navigation and upgraded stereo options, some feature upgraded engine size options (like on the Soul you go from a 1.6 to a 2.0 litre engine) ... Technology package options and more.
The SX / SX limited will feature all the upgrades that are are available including heated and cooled seats, electronic parking brake, some models have the heads up display, smart cruise, chrome package (SXL) and upgraded NAPPA Leather interior.
I happen to drive a Kia Cadenza (K7) which is fully loaded, but one step below the SXL. I grew up with Mercedes, Audi and Volvo. All amazing cars. My Cadenza is my favorite car out of all the cars I have ever owned. Euro Luxury without the Euro Luxury price or cost of ownership.
Remember, you can always get ahold of me at Jim Marsh Kia in Las Vegas. (702) 946-1000. Ask for Cash.
Also, you can e mail me at cashatkia@centurylink.net
I will be happy to address your questions!
Thanks and have a Kia Day!
Ok, So here you are in your new Kia. You spot a button that says DRIVE MODE or MODE. When you press it, you see that it takes you to ECO, SPORT and NORMAL (actually there is no 'normal' light, it's just blank).
Here is a quick education on what they do.
ECO MODE adjusts the shift points, fuel mix and the efficiency of the Air Conditioner. You will notice that the car shifts at a lower RPM, and that the Air does not seem quite as cold. The thinking behind this is that the lower the RPMs between shifts saves on gas in the long run. You will really notice the difference between ECO and SPORT when you trying to pass that semi on the freeway.
SPORT MODE is the 180 degree opposite of ECO mode. The car will climb in RPMs between shifts. Adding power, but reducing fuel efficiency a bit...But you will notice the difference between it and ECO mode.
NORMAL MODE is somewhere in between.
Just as a side note, I always drive in sport mode. I find the small difference in miles per tankful is not worth the loss of power. But, this is a personal preference. Try all three and see which suites you best. You might even try the "manual +/- option. We will talk about that next time along with how to properly use your paddle shifters if so equipped.
Remember, you can always submit Kia Question to me at cashatkia@centurylink.net
AND if you are in the Las Vegas Area, stop by Jim Marsh Kia. 8555 West Centennial in Northwest Vegas. I will happy to answer your questions!
Have a great KIA day!!
