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James Wong
Kia K4 Hatch to debut more efficient engine in Australia
No, there's no hybrid (yet), but the Kia K4 will get a more efficient petrol engine later this year with the launch of the hatchback version.
8 Months Ago
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James Wong
Kia wants an even cheaper Sportage Hybrid to take on the Toyota RAV4 in Australia
Kia Australia may have doubled its range of Sportage Hybrids, but the brand's local product boss is gunning for an even cheaper price-leader.
8 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia won't extend warranty to best Hyundai
Kia isn't planning on extending its seven-year new vehicle warranty, despite an increasing number of brands matching and bettering it.
8 Months Ago
Derek Fung
Kia K4 will gain practical wagon body
The Kia K4 will add a wagon to the range to complement the sedan and hatch that have already been unveiled.
8 Months Ago
Max Davies
The fastest-charging EVs in Australia
Want an EV but don't want to waste time at the charger? Here are Australia's EVs that are said to charge the quickest.
8 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2026 Kia Carnival price and specs
The eight-seat Kia Carnival has two new additions to the lineup for 2025, with more affordable hybrid versions available.
9 Months Ago
Josh Nevett
The EVs with the longest range in Australia
Australia's electric vehicle market has grown significantly over the last 12 months – here are the EVs with the longest driving range in 2025.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
Tougher Kia Tasman Weekender concept ute could preview future update
Kia's local product boss says the viral Tasman concept shown at the Seoul motor show isn't scheduled for production – for now.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
2025 Kia Tasman to get split safety rating
Kia's first dual-cab ute is aiming for a five-star ANCAP safety result, though the high-end off-road models are likely to go unrated.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia still mulling hybrid, EV power for Tasman ute
The Kia Tasman will be exclusively offered with diesel power in Australia from launch, though hybrid and EV options should also be on the way.
9 Months Ago
Marton Pettendy
2026 Kia Carnival Hybrid now more than $20,000 cheaper
The admission price for Kia’s electrified people mover range is now much lower with the addition of two new entry variants.
9 Months Ago
James Wong
Hyundai details new hybrid tech ahead of Kia, Genesis rollout
New hybrid technologies will soon feature across the Hyundai Motor Group, starting with the new Palisade. Kia and Genesis will follow.
9 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
2025 Kia Tasman price and specs: Australian orders open for Korean brand's first ute
Australian orders for the Kia Tasman are now open, and the all-new dual-cab ute is going head-on with the Ford Ranger on price.
10 Months Ago
Jordan Mulach
Australia's best-selling hybrids in 2025 so far: Toyota dominates growing market
Hybrid vehicle sales in Australia are booming, now holding a 15 per cent market share. These were the best-sellers in the first quarter.
10 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia Niro's Australian future in doubt as EV3, Seltos hybrid loom
Kia's local product boss says the Niro Hybrid and EV could be supplanted locally by the new EV3 and an upcoming small hybrid SUV.
10 Months Ago
William Stopford
Kia Seltos hybrid coming to take on electrified Corolla Cross, Kona
Kia has locked in a hybrid version of its Seltos, and it's expected to appear with a new-generation model due in 2026.
10 Months Ago
