KIA EARNS HONORS IN VINCENTRIC 2021 BEST FLEET VALUE IN AMERICA AWARDS

Last week in New York City, the World Car Awards ceremony took place at the New York Auto Show. The Kia EV9 entered the event as an award hopeful, and it emerged from it with a rare dual victory. The EV9 took home a pair of prestigious titles: World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle. It marked the EV9's fourth and fifth wins at the World Car Awards since 2020. While the EV9 is a no-brainer for EV awards – considering it’s quickly become the gold standard for all-electric capability – the World Car of the Year award is a testament to how well-rounded the EV9 truly is. And the Award Goes To... The World Car Awards were established two decades ago, in 2003. They are globally recognized as a premier standard for automotive excellence and leadership within a constantly transforming industry. When a car takes home an award, it’s not due to a small sample size of voters; over 100 distinguished automotive journalists representing 29 countries comprise the event’s jury. This year, the world was united in its love for the Kia EV9. The EV9’s dual victory is a rarity; think the Best International Feature Film also taking home Best Picture at the Academy Awards. (Fun movie trivia: only 2020’s Parasite has done this.) However, it’s hardly the only award that Kia’s all-electric SUV has walked away with in recent months. In addition to the pair of World Car Awards trophies, the EV9 claimed multiple wins at the Golden Steering Wheel Awards and the Newsweek Autos Awards. A Refined Electric Experience What differentiates the 2024 EV9 from past models to propel it to such a commanding victory? For starters, it marks Kia’s first dedicated three-row SUV, yet still retains superior power and performance specs. The EV9’s resume includes 379 hp, 516 lb.-ft. of torque, and a towing capacity of over 5,000 lbs. Exceptionally accessible, the EV9 comfortably eschews all concerns pertaining to modern electric vehicles. Its innovative charging system allows for ultra-fast, 350kW DC fast charging, capable of elevating your charge from 10% to 80% in as little as 24 minutes. The EV9 is compatible with a charging network that includes over 41,000 charging stations across the country. With an EPA-estimated range of over 300 miles, your chances of running out of charge on the road are slimmer than ever before. Comfort to Spare As if that wasn’t enough, the EV9 offers a level of luxury unparalleled in rival all-electric SUVs. Occupants of the first two rows enjoy heated lounge seats that offer power leg rests and power extendable footrests. Third row passengers have access to USB-C charging ports and an abundance of shoulder and hip room. Overall, the EV9 stands apart from the competition when it comes to legroom and cargo space. Meanwhile, the EV9’s Digital Cockpit features over two feet of combined digital instrumentation. Its infotainment system performs automatic vehicle software updates, keeping you up-to-date on the latest tech. The EV9’s long list of driver-friendly features includes: Surround View Monitoring Full Display Mirror Head-Up Display Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 Go Electric Today If you’ve been looking for the opportunity to switch to electric, look no further than the EV9. It’s the rare SUV where the powertrain almost becomes an afterthought, because the total experience is so complete. Here at Savage Kia, we’re your home for the latest in electric and hybrid vehicles. In addition to the EV9, you can check out the dynamic, all-electric Kia EV6 crossover. Or explore the versatility of hybrid power with the Kia Sorento Hybrid. Schedule your test drive today and discover why the EV9’s various awards aren’t feathers in Kia’s cap, but the start of an exciting new chapter.

When you picture the perfect family vehicle, what are some things that come to mind? Spaciousness, no doubt, as any family-friendly SUV needs ample room for inevitable backseat shenanigans. An array of high-tech features and other amenities is probably high on the list. And of course, no family car is worth investing in unless it comes with top safety marks. The 2024 Kia Telluride checks off all those boxes and then some. So, it should come as no surprise that it’s been named the Best Family Car of 2024 by Cars.com. Here at Savage Kia, we’re proud to be Reading’s home for these trailblazing SUVs, available in a variety of trims and ready to be driven off our lot. Read on for more info about the new Telluride: the premium SUV with mainstream appeal. All In the Family The Telluride, a midsize crossover SUV with three-row seating, debuted in 2019. It’s the largest vehicle Kia has ever produced in the United States. The Telluride's name derives from an old gold mining town in Colorado, evoking the SUV’s adventurous spirit. But whether you take the Telluride off-road or exclusively use it for soccer practice, the Telluride was designed with families in mind. “The Kia Telluride is an ideal family vehicle with a focus on value,” said Jenni Newman, editor-in-chief at Cars.com. “Its three rows, spaciousness and safety features provide families with an excellent option to hit the road in – and it’s easily our Best Family Car of 2024.” In addition to the Telluride’s win, the Kia Seltos was named a finalist for Cars.com’s Best Car of 2024 title, and the Sorento was nominated for Best SUV of 2024. A New Way to Ride in 2024 It should have been impossible for the 2024 Telluride to top the 2023 model’s extensive redesign. Yet the latest Telluride comes with a series of enhancements that helped elevate the reliable midsize SUV into an award winner. Upgraded styling gives the Telluride a look that's both fresh and rugged. Amber daylight running lights are included for the first time. Its returning, naturally aspirated V-6 engine ensures a smooth ride for the whole family, and it’s now capable of handling up to 5,500 pounds of towing. A sense of luxury defines the refined three-row cabin, capable of seating seven or eight passengers. You’ll find an abundance of storage capacity throughout the interior, in addition to the SUV’s many features. A 12.3-inch touchscreen offers Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, in-dash navigation, and onboard Wi-Fi. A 10-speaker Harman/Kardon audio system and wireless smartphone charging are also included. Safety First All the aesthetic upgrades in the world wouldn’t make a difference if the Telluride wasn’t also a leader in safety. The 2024 Kia Telluride comes standard with Kia’s DriveWise driving and parking assistance technologies, including: Highway Driving Assist 2 Lane Keeping Assist Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (with Stop & Go) Auto Emergency Braking Technology (with Junction Crossing Detection) Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist-Reverse (Tellu)Ride Off in One Today There’s never been a better time to put yourself behind the wheel of a Kia. With the Telluride making a leap, the Seltos and Sorento collecting accolades, and the EV9 redefining all-electric capabilities, the future has never been brighter for Kia. You can become part of that future today by scheduling your test drive at Savage Kia. It’s been said that driving a Kia is like driving a cloud. That cloud now seats your entire family - and the sky is the limit.

IRVINE, CA, September 26, 2022 – The 2023 Sportage and Sportage Hybrid have been awarded the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) award. The designation applies to the Sportage and Sportage Hybrid when equipped with LED projector headlights, and also makes the Sportage the ninth Kia vehicle to earn either a 2022 TSP or TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) award. "Kia’s longest running nameplate continues to evolve into something greater with each generation, with the fifth generation delivering more of everything – especially safety – for today’s savvy, adventurous, and eco-conscious compact SUV buyers,” said Steven Center, COO and EVP, Kia America. “These latest TSP designations are proof positive of that.” For 2023, the Sportage is underpinned by Kia’s all-new third generation N3 platform and delivers a wealth of standard Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, including Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA) with Cyclist detection capability, Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) and Lane Keeping Assist (LKA). The Kia Telluride, Sorento, Seltos, Carnival built after March 2021 (with specific headlights), Sportage, Sportage Hybrid and Soul (with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights) also received TSP awards for 2022 earlier this year, while the Kia K5 and Stinger sedans qualified as TSP+ winners. To receive a TSP rating, a vehicle must earn “Good” ratings in six crashworthiness tests – driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, original side, roof strength and head restraint tests – as well as an “Advanced” or “Superior” rating for vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian front crash prevention evaluations.  In addition, the vehicle must have at least one available headlight system that earns a “Good” or “Acceptable” rating. Kia America – about us Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia America continues to top automotive quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a range of gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electrified vehicles sold through a network of over 750 dealers in the U.S., including several cars and SUVs proudly assembled in America.* For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert. * The K5, Sportage, Sorento, and Telluride (excludes HEV and PHEV models) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts. Press Release Information Accuracy Disclaimer Information posted in press releases on the Kia Media website was accurate at the time of posting but may be superseded by subsequent releases or other information.