There are many reasons why people are falling in love with Kia. They’re known for great safety features and excellent warranties. But did you know that Kia SUVs are an excellent choice for a family vehicle? Especially growing families!
Kia offers a lot of choices when it comes to SUVs, which can be both a blessing and a curse. But we’re here to help you choose the very best Kia SUV for your needs.
What fits your family’s lifestyle?
The first thing to do is ask yourself what you and your family’s needs are. This can go a long way in narrowing down which Kia SUV is right for you.
Questions to ask yourself:
1. How big of an SUV does your family need?
How many people are in your family? Are there others who frequently ride with you? Are you or your children involved in activities that require transporting equipment on a weekly basis?
2. Do you plan on hauling items beyond people? Or, is your SUV mostly for daily commuting?
The Kia lineup varies. While all Kia SUVs are comfortable, some Kia SUVs will be better suited to you than others. Smaller models will have lower sticker prices and better fuel economy. Bigger means more room for passengers and cargo and better hauling capabilities. Plus, no need for creative packing!
Kia SUV Models:
• Soul
• Niro
• Sportage
• Sorento
• Telluride
• Sedona
Soul
The Kia Soul is a smart family vehicle if you don’t need to haul anything on a consistent basis. This SUV comfortably seats five, so there’s more than enough room to stretch out. Siblings have no excuse to argue about space (although brothers and sisters seem to never run out of ideas for arguing about it!)
This is the most affordable Kia SUV option. Save money and use those savings to help fund your first road trip!
Specs:
EPA MPG, 6-Speed Manual (City/Highway/Combined): 24/30/27
EPA MPG, 6-Speed Automatic (City/Highway/Combined): 26/31/28
Starts at: $16,490
Niro
The Kia Niro is a hybrid crossover that doesn’t compromise the driving experience. The Niro offers amazing mileage while maintaining a smooth handling experience that other hybrids are told to lack. Logging 50 mpg means fewer stops on your trip and more money in your pocket.
If you love driving – and being friendly to the earth – the Kia Niro is the family vehicle for you!
Seats 5 people.
Specs:
EPA MPG, 16″ wheels (City/Highway/Combined): 52/49/50
Starts at: $23,490
Sportage
Does your family like to go camping off road? The Kia Sportage can support your family’s adventurous spirit – and do it in style!
This SUV was Kia’s best-selling model worldwide in 2016. Car and Driver praised the Kia Sportage’s “upscale interior, long list of features, [and] speedy turbo engine.”
Need to carry your camper? The Kia Sportage can tow up to 2,000 pounds. That’s a ton!
Specs:
EPA MPG, Front-Wheel Drive (City/Highway/Combined): 23/30/26
EPA MPG, All-Wheel Drive (City/Highway/Combined): 21/25/22
Towing Capacity, with Trailer Brakes: 2,000 pounds
Interior Volume (cu. ft.): 129.3
Starts at: $23,750
Sorento
The Kia for the largest families, the Sorento seats 7 people! So, bring your kids’ friends. Bring the grandparents. Bring the neighbors!
When it’s time to haul equipment, the Kia Sorento’s storage space shines. Store hockey equipment, science projects, or whatever your kids need next. There’s plenty of room to fit all cargo – and people – comfortably.
Specs:
EPA MPG (City/Highway/Combined): 22/29/25
Passenger Volume: 154.2 cubic feet
Cargo Volume: 11.3 cubic feet
Starts at: $26,290
Sedona
Even if you have a lot of passengers, you can still prefer luxury. With a high-end interior built for eight-passenger seating, the Kia Sedona doesn’t lack for space!
Need room for a bike? No problem.
Merely adjust the second and third-row seats. The second-row seats slide up to the front seats so you can create room without even having to remove any! The third row can also adjust forward, or stored underneath for even more room.
Specs:
EPA MPG (City/Highway/Combined): 18/24/21
Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds
Starts at: $27,200
Telluride
While Kia is a South Korean company, this SUV was designed in America for the American market specifically and is assembled in America.
The Kia Telluride is the largest SUV Kia has ever manufactured. Eight occupants can enjoy all the luxury the Telluride has to offer.
With the newest technology, all-wheel drive, and luxurious seating and climate control, you’ll never want to reach your destination!
The Kia Telluride even has hauling and off-road capabilities, so you’re never limited.
If you want lots of room and prefer to drive in luxury, this SUV is for you!
Specs:
5,000 pounds of towing capacity
The Kia Telluride 2020 is coming soon!
More specs are coming available soon.
Contact us
Narrowed down your choices? Ready to take the plunge? Stop by Thelen Kia today to learn more and to see our Kia SUVs in person to help you in your decision!
Resources
https://www.thelenkia.com/
https://www.kia.com/us/en/compare
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/minivan-suv-crossover-cars
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/soul/2019/features
http://m.kia.com/worldwide/KiaBuzz/Stories/View.do?SEQ=82
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/sportage/2019/features
https://www.caranddriver.com/kia/sportage
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kia_Sportage
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/niro/2019
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/niro/2019/interior
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/sorento/2019/compare
https://www.kia.com/us/en/content/vehicles/upcoming-vehicles/2020-telluride
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/sedona/2019
https://www.kia.com/us/en/vehicle/sedona/2019/design
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