2009 Kia Borrego: New Mid-Sized SUV Based On The Mesa Concept

IRVINE, California – Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced it will give its new midsize SUV the moniker of “Borrego” when it debuts in January at the Detroit Auto Show. The Kia Borrego will be manufactured in Korea and go on sale in North America in late spring or early summer of 2008 as a 2009 model.

Built with body-on-frame construction incorporating the latest in NVH engineering philosophy, Borrego will be Kia’s newest addition to its well-rounded full-line of vehicles that continually provide value, safety and a steadfast 10-year/100,000-mile warranty to consumers. Borrego will be available with either a V6 engine or the company’s first V8 offering, which will also boast Kia’s largest towing capacity to date.

2008 Kia Picanto Facelift

Kia Picanto has been introduced four years ago. Now it’s time for a little facelift. The Korean citycar features a new radiator grill, new shaped and aggressive headlights, new front and rear bumper. The overall look is now nice and modern, making the New Kia Picanto a tough competitor for mini cars such Opel Agila and upcoming Suzuki Splash.

For the engines new Kia Picanto will be equipped with petrol and diesel units, from 61 to 75 hores power. The interior will feature much many optionals like a brand new radio with cd player inspired by the one equipped on Kia Cee’d.