Larger, full-size, all-electric sport utility vehicles haven’t reached the automotive market’s forefront. Big SUVs are usually seen as best when powered by a gas engine because they are large, heavy, and able to tow and haul. Kia believes they have a new formula for a comfortable, attractive family SUV that is also exceptionally usable and…
A significant part of the future of the automobile will undoubtedly include hybrids, plug-in hybrids (PHEV), and fully electric vehicles. But some owners rightfully have a question: how long will the battery last? Especially since automakers sold more than 1 million hybrids in 2023 alone and account for more than 8% of all new cars…
The 2024 Kia EV9 is a breakthrough vehicle for customers who have been yearning to have a full-size SUV that doesn’t use gasoline. As a purely electric vehicle, the EV9 has become the go-to vehicle for people who want an EV with pure SUV abilities. But the kicker is: it doesn’t look like some funky,…
It is almost universal that when shopping for a used car, we want it to be as new as our budget will allow. We like to see as little “use” as possible. We quantify this in terms of miles and qualify it in terms of condition. Certified Pre-owned vehicles have been a significant step toward…
Launched in 2021, the Seltos is too new for a complete redesign, but 2024 brought several significant updates to the model. The Subaru Crosstrek, on the other hand, was redesigned for 2024. With two models in the same segment offering something new, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) decided to directly compare the two models. Kia of…
Kia’s smaller 3-row SUV was completely redesigned for 2021, so the changes for the 2024 Sorento represent a mid-cycle update. That said, the changes are pretty significant. Kia of Mankato takes you through what has and what hasn’t changed. A New Face The silhouette remains the same, and the vertical taillights look unchanged until they…
It’s a great time to buy or lease a new vehicle at Kia of Mankato. We are offering great prices on all of the cars customers love. From cars to SUVs to EVs, we have something for you. Kia Forte For well-qualified buyers, you can buy a new 2024 Kia Forte with 3.9% APR financing…
As soon as the temperatures outside begin to drop, buyers ask how important it is to invest in winter tires. It’s a question nearly as old as the automobile: Do winter tires actually make a difference? The answer is yes. However, many factors go into choosing the right tires for your vehicle driven in winter…
More and more is being learned about plastics infesting our oceans. Fish are being found with plastic inside of them, and for the first time ever, it’s been noted that microplastics are being found in newborn babies. The Ocean Cleanup The Ocean Cleanup is helping tackle this issue. Founded in 2013 by Boyan Slat, they…
Some people swear by leasing a new car by saying it is cheaper for them over a three-year period. Some people swear by purchasing, because they believe having ownership equity is better to have if you decide to trade your car in three years. Can you actually save money, though, by leasing an all-electric car?…
