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2016 Kia Optima

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Kia wanted to push the boundaries for a midsize sedan when they built the 2016 Optima. The 2016 Kia Optima , available at Van Griffith Kia, has been built and designed with a bold, sleek style, heart-pounding performance, and advanced technology. The exterior of the 2016 Kia Optima is a masterpiece with curves that have been aerodynamically sculpted and precisely calculated. Available technology such as the Autonomous Emergency Braking detects and monitors vehicles ahead of you and will apply the brakes if it detects a potential collision. The 2016 Kia Optima has had many improvements to increase body rigidity, including now being composed of 50%+ Advanced High Strength Steel. If you would like to learn more about the 2016 Kia Optima , call or stop by Van Griffith Kia today!

2016 Kia Rio

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Never compromise for performance with the 2016 Kia Rio available at Van Griffith Kia . The 2016 Kia Rio has a Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine that produces a powerful get up and go. The 2016 Kia Rio looks as fun as it is to drive. Find available interior amenities that are just as captivating including push-button start, Bluetooth wireless technology, and UVO infotainment system. The 2016 Kia Rio has a lengthy list of standard safety features including electronic stability control, hill start assist control, tire-pressure monitoring system, and more. To learn more about the 2016 Kia Rio , call Van Griffith Kia to schedule a test drive today.

The History of the Kia Sportage

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The South Korean car company, Kia, has through the years come to make itself a household name in America. One of their more popular models happens to be the Sportage. The Sportage is a compact SUV that originally started out as being offered as a 3-door convertible or a five door SUV back in 1993. An extended length version was released in 1996 that was called the Sportage Grand. Originally, there were many different engine types offered for the model throughout the different countries it was manufactured in. The main ones consisted of the 2.0 liter FE DOHC inline four which offered 128 horse power and the 2.0 liter RF inline four diesel which offered 82 horse power. The first generation model was sold between the years of 1993 and 2002 and was discontinued from then on. After much innovation and redesign, the second generation Sportage was released in 2004. Kia has worked endlessly to make constant improvements from model year to model year which paid off when the 2009 Consumer R...

2016 Kia Sorento in Granbury, Texas

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Kia made the 2016 Sorento larger, more sophisticated, and easier to drive. When you stop by Van Griffith Kia , one of our knowledgeable salesmen is ready to inform you on what the 2016 Kia Sorento has to offer. The 2016 Kia Sorento has adapted to your needs with drive-assist technologies like Surround View Monitor, Lane Departure Warning, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, and Blind-Spot Detection. Kia wants you to know that advanced safety comes standard, including Electronic Stability Control and a reinforced body of 53% advanced high-strength steel. Take the 2016 Kia Sorento on your next adventure and experience the power of its all-wheel drive, 2.0-liter turbo engine, and drive mode select. Visit Van Griffith Kia today to learn more about the 2016 Kia Sorento .

2017 Kia Sportage

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The Kia Sportage has taken the Compact SUV market by storm.  Yes, it is a very crowded market segment which makes it even more surprising that a new vehicle was able to come in and immediately rise to the top. Kia’s compact SUV only gets more appealing by the mile. Kelly Blue Book ranked it in the top half in almost every primary evaluation category.  The Kia’s comfortable ride, supportive driver's seat and good highway steering feel each received praise from multiple testers, which is especially impressive considering those have long been three key areas of weakness for Kia. Highway power was adequate in the best sense, especially considering the Sportage was among the most fuel-efficient SUVs in our test according to both EPA estimates and our own results. The Sportage is just as comfortable in the city, combining smooth and satisfying acceleration with similarly responsive steering feel and predictable braking behavior. Good side bolstering on the front seats also enh...

2016 Kia Forte LX

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Kia redesigned the Forte in 2014, and the results were impressive. Here's a car in any of its three iterations -- sedan, hatchback or coupe -- that offers a fair price, peppy acceleration, generous standard features and a comfortable cabin with quality materials. Regardless of which body style you prefer, you'll likely find the Forte to be one of the most attractive cars in its segment. The 2016 Kia Forte keeps that ball rolling with nothing but mild tweaks to trim levels and packages. We're particularly impressed with the level of standard and available equipment. The base LX trim level offers Bluetooth and USB connectivity as standard, while traditionally high-end options such as xenon headlights, keyless ignition and entry, and selectable steering assist are available. Even a ventilated driver seat and heated rear seats are on the Forte's option sheet. The 2016 Kia Forte is one of our top recommended sedans. There are three different engines for th...

2016 Kia Forte

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Van Griffith Kia of Granbury, Texas, has an impressive selection of 2016 Kia Fortes available. Find more than you’d expect from a compact sedan in the 2016 Kia Forte such as a luxurious cabin, innovative technology, and a sporty style. The 2016 Kia Forte asks you to step inside your comfort zone with features like a sunroof, Ventilated Driver’s Seat and Heated Steering Wheel. Stay connected with turn-by-turn instructions and Advanced Voice Recognition. UVO eServices, an available infotainment system, allows for managing music, making hands-free calls, and more. Finally, the rear-backup camera has your back by allowing you to see everything you may not see. For more information on the 2016 Kia Forte , call or stop by Van Griffith Kia today!   

2017 Kia Sportage LX

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When a vehicle's been around for a few generations, as the Sportage has, its basic characteristics are usually well-established, so you know what to expect from the next one. But for the fully redesigned 2017 Sportage, Kia directly addressed two of our primary complaints about the previous model. First, the formerly cramped backseat is now remarkably roomy, to the point that a family might not need anything more. And second, the formerly firm ride is now relatively compliant. In short, we're running out of reasons why the Sportage isn't a head-of-the-class standout among small crossover SUVs. The new 2017 Kia Sportage has a fresh face that prominently features Kia's corporate grille. If there's one thing that still holds the Sportage back, it's lackluster fuel economy, which we called out last year and must underscore again for 2017 despite mild improvements. This is a predictable problem, as both available engines and the mandatory six-speed au...