2010 Kia Forte Koup

Kia introduced the new 2010 Kia Koup forte this year in the New York Auto Show. 2010 Kia Koup forte in two trim levels, the Kia Koup forte EX and SX. Kia Forte Koup EX is powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine, producing 156 horsepower and 144 pound-feet of torque that features Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and multi-port electronic fuel injection.

The Kia Forte Koup SX features an upgraded 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, also with CVVT, which delivers 173 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque. Two transmission options are available for both the Kia Forte Koup models: a standard five-speed manual transmission or an optional electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission for EX models. The SX model features a standard six-speed manual transmission and an optional five-speed automatic transmission with Sportmatic. Read more

2011 Kia Forte 5-door

The 2011 Kia Forte 5-door builds on the popular Forte compact sedan and bold Forte Koup by employing another practical yet modern iteration of the platform. Lower and firmly set on its haunches, Forte five-door carries with it all the amenities of the Forte line and introduces a new front grille, alloy wheels, lower valence design, center console, paddle shifters, push-button start and navigation in addition to the ostensible fifth door for a distinct appearance and intentional practicality. Forte five-door is available with two efficient engines – 2.0-liter or 2.4-liter – and a new six-speed manual or automatic transmission.

2011 Kia Optima

The Kia Optima is a new strand in Kia’s evolving design DNA with a blend of simple and fluid lines and elegant but uncomplicated shapes that draw the attention of the eye in much the same fashion as a perfectly-tailored fine Italian suit.

For Western Europe, the new Kia Optima will be available with a choice of 2.0-litre CVVL petrol and 1.7-litre VGT turbo-diesel engines. In Russia and some Eastern European markets it will be offered with a 2.4-litre MPI petrol engine producing 178 ps. All transmissions for the new Kia Optima, both manual and automatic, will have six speeds. Outside Europe, Kia Optima will be available with six all-new Theta II family engines (depending on market), with Kia’s first application of GDI technology and up to 278 ps of power. Read more

2011 Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3, the A3 Sportback, the A3 Cabriolet and the S3 are the sporty models in the compact segment. Audi now displays its premium character even more explicitly through new attentive details on both the exterior and the interior.

The interior of the Audi A3 models is likewise even more exclusive. The key features are dials with a gray background, a flat-bottomed leather sports steering wheel complete with trim ring, a new selector lever for the S tronic, black rings on the air vents and a high-gloss trim for the optional navigation system plus.
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2011 Hyundai Verna

The 2011 Hyundai Verna featuring all-aluminium construction for weight-saving, the 1.6L DOHC Gamma delivers 90.4kW @ 6300 rpm and 155Nm of peak torque @ 4200 rpm through a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic transmission.

For cost-conscious car buyers, the base Hyundai Verna is offered with the 1.4L DOHC edition of the Gamma which puts out 78.7kW @ 6300 rpm and 135.4Nm @ 5000 rpm and comes with the choice of a five-speed manual gearbox or four-speed automatic. Fuel economy is rated 5.7l/100km with the manual; 6.2l/100km with the automatic 1.4L with Fuel Economy Package.

The 2011 Hyundai Verna enhancements to the engine including Continuously Variable Valve Timing, a smart alternator and air conditioning compressor plus the adoption of motor-driven power steering. Verna hugs the ground with a new low-floor platform and a sloping roofline both of which contribute to Hyundai Verna’s impressive aerodynamics and superior fuel economy. Read more