KIA

The year of hybrids: Kia launches a better-equipped Niro and a cheaper Sportage

After hybrids’ market share jumped 20% in January to nearly a third of the market, Kia upgraded the Niro with EV-style features and launched a base long American-spec Sportage priced at NIS 190,000.

Sportage Long.
Updated Sportage. The main change is in the powertrain, which increased from 210 to 235 hp.

Updated Kia Sportage in Israel. The price didn’t change, so what did?

KIA EV2.

Kia EV2: Finally small electric crossover with long range

JAC 5 Hybrid in the two-tone version.

Against the Toyota Yaris Cross: JAC 5 Hybrid, from NIS 155,000


To boost electric car sales: Kia gives buyers a gasoline-scented tree

Kia's importer in Finland found an original way to help gasoline car drivers switch to electric without missing the addictive and toxic scent of 95-octane fuel.

The new scented tree. Soon also in burnt clutch scents?

From NIS 165,000, up to 589 km range: A new electric crossover that isn’t Chinese

The Kia EV3 launched locally against Chinese models, with two battery options and three trims, expected to revive EV purchases by agencies avoiding Chinese cars.

Korean Answer.

From NIS 105,000: The renewed Kia Picanto arrives in Israel

The renewed Kia Picanto arrives in Israel with a new design and upgraded equipment, but a 5-horsepower reduction and a robotic transmission, in a nearly empty market.

 The renewed Kia Picanto features the latest front design of the manufacturer's models

Is this the most expensive Kia ever worth the money?

Who would have thought Kia would produce such a spacecraft? The massive EV9 challenges Kia's price limits. We traveled south to uncover what's behind the opaque facade.

 The black cube is visually impressive and attracted a lot of attention from passersby

Kia ends 2-liter Sportage sales over EU emissions rules

Following Hyundai's Tucson, Kia will soon stop selling the base Sportage model due to stricter emission regulations in Europe prompting Korean manufacturers to discontinue older engines there.


Which car exceeds fuel consumption data by 31%, and who beats it

A test of car models in Israel shows discrepancies in fuel consumption: some perform better, while many cost more at the pump than expected. This is crucial to know before choosing your next car.


Erdogan shifts car market: Hyundai loses top spot in Israel

Halt in Turkish car imports boosts Toyota sales to top spot this year, with significant drop in May car sales and electric car purchases slowing.


Hyundai presents: The ultimate parallel parking success car

Hyundai's division has given the Ioniq 5 exceptional maneuverability by adjusting the wheel. How often have you struggled to fit into tight parking spots, almost giving up?


Kia EV9 in Israel: Electricity comes at a premium

Kia aims high and starts marketing the EV9. The electric crossover will be the most expensive model from the manufacturer in Israel to date, priced at NIS 429,000for the entry-level version.


After the war, the IDF upgrades combat unit commanders' vehicles

Senior military officers can select from Kia Sportage, Peugeot 3008 or 408, and Toyota Corolla Hybrid for leasing, valued at around NIS 170,000.