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Certified Pre-Owned (CPO)
- The Thelen Auto Group dealership family is committed to providing quality used vehicles at competitive prices to Mid-Michigan communities, including Bay City, Midland, Saginaw, Gladwin and Mt Pleasant. Your complete satisfaction, both before and after the sale, is always our top priority.
All used vehicles at our dealership are carefully inspected and road-tested by our experienced technicians to ensure quality. - Vehicles seven model years or newer with 80,000 miles or less are Thelen Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) and come with a 3-month / 3,000-mile used vehicle limited warranty for your peace of mind.
Visit Thelen Kia – Your New Kia and Used Car Dealership in Bay City, MI!
Welcome to the Thelen Kia online showroom. At our convenient Bay City location, we stock an excellent inventory of brand new Kia vehicles in a wide variety of colors, options and trim levels. Our full selection of quality Kia models means we'll have the perfect new Kia car, minivan or SUV for you. We also keep an expansive inventory of high-quality pre-owned vehicles for drivers to browse and test drive.
We make car buying easy with a knowledgeable finance department to help you purchase a car you love within your budget. Our service and parts departments are staffed with seasoned, expert technicians who will keep your vehicle in excellent condition to tackle every Michigan drive with ease. To learn more about our dealership, or with questions about anything you see on our site, contact us today! Thelen Kia proudly serves Bay City, Saginaw, Midland, Grand Blanc, Mt. Pleasant, West Branch, Sandusky, and the entire surrounding Great Lakes Bay Region and Mid-Michigan areas. Check out our new inventory or gently pre-owned options today!
New Inventory at Our Bay City, Michigan Kia Dealership
Drivers looking for a super selection of the latest and greatest vehicles Kia has to offer will find it at Thelen Kia in Bay City, Michigan. Our inventory includes a variety of models in multiple trims to make sure we have the right new Kia for you. Drivers who are ready for an amazing SUV can test drive the new 2023 Kia Niro EV, 2023 Kia Sportage, and 2023 Kia Seltos. Families will love the spacious interior of the Telluride SUV or new MPV, 2023 Kia Carnival. The 2023 Kia Soul has a small footprint with a roomy interior and some of the most unique cabin features on the road. Mid-Michigan car buyers eager for a sporty sedan should get to know the 2023 Kia K5! Ready to experience the efficiency of an all-electric crossover? Let us tell you all about the Kia EV6 today! Bargain hunters will also love our new car specials. Visit Thelen Kia today and let us introduce you to the impressive Kia vehicle line-up!
Used Inventory at Our Bay City, MI Dealership
At Thelen Kia, we stock a wide selection of pre-owned vehicles in all makes, models, colors, and styles. All our high-quality used cars are inspected by our highly trained technicians so you can drive home with peace of mind. Drivers from Bay City, Saginaw, Midland, and beyond have been taking advantage of our used car specials! These vehicles are in great condition at discounted prices and ready to take home today. Please contact us with any questions about the pricing or availability of our used car inventory or visit our beautiful Bay City dealership today.
Thelen Kia Car Loans and Auto Financing
We believe that providing a great car-buying experience means offering quick financing and competitive rates. The experienced team in our finance department has years of experience with all local lenders, meaning we can secure an excellent car loan for you. Whether your credit is spotless or needs work, we will help you buy the vehicle you deserve. For the best customer service in our finance department, get pre-approved online. This will streamline the buying process and help us serve you faster. To learn more about what Thelen Kia's finance department can do for you, contact us today.
Thelen Kia Service & Parts in Bay City, Michigan
As an authorized Kia dealer, no one knows your Kia better than the highly trained technicians in our Kia Service Center. No job is too big or too small for our Kia experts. We will have your vehicle serviced quickly and correctly so that you can get on with your busy life. Auto enthusiasts and home mechanics have also been coming to Thelen Kia for our selection of genuine OEM parts and accessories! If we don't have the part you need on hand, we'll order it for you. As our way of saying "Thank You" for your business, we offer service and parts specials to make maintenance even more affordable. For more information, or to schedule service, contact us today.
Thelen Kia Proudly Serves Bay City, MI
Thank you for considering Thelen Kia for your next car purchase! At Thelen Kia, we create excellent car buying experiences by offering a vast selection of vehicles, quick financing, and superior customer service. To test drive any of our exciting cars today, please visit our Bay City, MI dealership. We can't wait to work with you. Thelen Kia proudly serves Bay City, Saginaw, Midland, Grand Blanc, Mt. Pleasant, West branch, and Sandusky, Michigan. Thelen Kia is your choice for new Kia cars and SUVs in the entire Great Lakes Bay Area region!
Learn MoreCustomer reviews
This was by far the most pleasurable experience I've ever had in purchasing a vehicle. Searched near and far for the vehicle that would make me happy, never stopping, all the while keeping me informed via email letting me know exactly what was going on at all times. I couldn't have asked for nicer people to help me purchase my vehicle. My most sincere thank you to both of you for everything you did for me!! I absolutely love my Malibu!!! - Charles Adams
I went to Thelen after a terrible experience at a different dealership. Absolutely no hassle. The manager introduced himself and followed up on the entire sale as it progressed. I left the same day with a car and I will be returning to replace my second car as well. I would recommend Thelen to anyone I know buying a car. - Abby
Showroom Hours
| Monday | 8:30AM - 8:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30AM - 6:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30AM - 6:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:30AM - 6:00PM |
| Friday | 8:30AM - 6:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 3:00PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Visit Us in Bay City, MI
Five-star safety ratings. Innovative technology. Award-winning design. These are just a few of the many reasons to drive a Kia. Stop by our showroom and one of our helpful staff will assist you in finding the perfect Kia model.
More Details Contact UsWelcome to Thelen Kia in Bay City, Michigan
In 1977, Tom Thelen, former president of the Michigan Automobile Dealers Association, founded the Thelen Auto Group in Bay City, MI. Tom expected and achieved nothing less than the best customer service and integrity from his sales team and technical staff. His sons, Pat, Joe, and Mike, now run the day-to-day dealership operations, but still follow the example set over 40 years ago, with the same expectations to provide you with an exceptional vehicle buying experience.
A Customer-Oriented Experience
At Thelen Kia, we understand that the relationship between a customer and an auto dealership lasts far beyond the sale itself. We want you to keep coming back to us, year after year, for all your repair and maintenance needs. We also hope you to keep us in mind when the time comes to trade up to a new vehicle or to get your kids their first car.
That's why we do our best to make sure you enjoy your experience at Thelen Kia every time! If you're looking for a new or gently pre-owned vehicle, our sales people are polite, helpful, knowledgeable and eager to help you find the perfect car, SUV, or truck for you. Our general manager, Mike Thelen, is available for customer comments and questions at any time and for any reason.
If you're here because your vehicle needs maintenance or repair in our state-of-the-art service center or body shop, we offer comfortable seats, cable TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi access in our customer lounge. If your vehicle is going to be staying with us for a while, we also provide courtesy shuttles and a selection of loaner vehicles. You won't need to worry about what's happening to your ride, either: our factory-trained technicians use guaranteed OEM parts straight from the manufacturer.
We're All Kia Lovers Here
At Thelen Kia, we're passionate about spreading the word of this often underappreciated brand. If you contact our sales staff in person, online, or over the phone at (888) 903-8404, we'll be only too happy to help you find the perfect Kia. You can also search our catalog online and, if you don't find what you're looking for, you can fill out a CarFinder form for free and we'll let you know as soon as we find it—even if it's not a Kia.
If you are looking for a Kia, chances are good that we already have what you're looking for in our excellent selection. Thelen Kia always has plenty of soul (along with a number of Kia's crossover SUV, the Soul), and we also maintain a stock of fellow bestsellers like the Sorento, the Optima, the Sportage, and the Forte for you to test drive today. If the newest offering, Kia Carnival MPV, is your interest, we have that too!
A Member of the Community
Thelen Kia is proud to stand not just as a dealership but as pillar of Bay City. That's why the Thelen Auto Group and the Thelen Family Foundation regularly donate to charities and other causes like the Boy Scouts of America, the Saginaw Children's Zoo, and the Literacy Council of Bay County.
So if you live in the Bay City Area, we invite you to explore our website or explore our lot in person. While other dealerships may treat you as a friend, here at Thelen Kia we'll treat you like family.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.