Showing posts with label KIA. Show all posts
Showing posts with label KIA. Show all posts

Monday, December 20, 2010

2011 Kia Sportage Preview

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2011 KIA New Sportage equipped with a capacity of 2.0 liter gasoline engine, using the material iron block and aluminum head, DOHC with CVVT. Power output up to 140 hp and 136 lb-ft torque.


Although not yet decided, 2011 Kia Sportage has three alternative options Sportage engine, which is 2.0 liters of gasoline and diesel and 2.4 liter gasoline that both use the system having a 4x2 and 4x4.

KIA Sportage one basis with the Hyundai Tucson.Its dimensions are not large and do not have to type SUV despite fierce. Form a sloping roof back, making European-style dynamic radiated, and New Sportgae feasible also referred to as crossover.about Kia sportage interior,see the pictures bellow.need to custom your car interior,get some idea here : Automotive Custom Interiors

2011 KIA New Sportage Pictures



Friday, November 12, 2010

KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)

KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)
As we all know KIA is more into making family cars, but if the brand ever makes its mind to build a Super sport cars, it would somewhat look like this. It's almost a common thing to see designers around the world create all kinds of futuristic concepts that have close to zero chances to enter production even in prototype form. In fact, most of these are the result of pure imagination and car companies don't even hear about them, although Internet users praise the designs and ask for a production model.
KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)
The brainchild of Mohammad R. Shojaie who has considerable liking for the super sport cars, this vehicle has been designed on the basis of the current design language of KIA. Dubbed the KIA Proport, which is the amalgamation of Pro plus Sport without the “S” character which means the fan of sport cars, the vehicle isn’t about designing a new style but KIA in a super-sport cloth. The vehicle has some of the famous elements of the KIA design and it seems an imagination worth commercialization.
This is exactly the car of the so-called Kia Proport, a sports car which goes way beyond what a Kia fan would expect from the South Korean manufacturer. In fact, it looks so good that it's hardly possible to see such a vehicle manufactured under Kia's badge. KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth). We're not the biggest Kia fans, but we really see the Korean brand more of a consumer oriented company, rather than a firm looking to build supercars.
KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)

KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)

KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)
As we all know KIA is more into making family cars, but if the brand ever makes its mind to build a Super sport cars, it would somewhat look like this. It's almost a common thing to see designers around the world create all kinds of futuristic concepts that have close to zero chances to enter production even in prototype form. In fact, most of these are the result of pure imagination and car companies don't even hear about them, although Internet users praise the designs and ask for a production model.
KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)
The brainchild of Mohammad R. Shojaie who has considerable liking for the super sport cars, this vehicle has been designed on the basis of the current design language of KIA. Dubbed the KIA Proport, which is the amalgamation of Pro plus Sport without the “S” character which means the fan of sport cars, the vehicle isn’t about designing a new style but KIA in a super-sport cloth. The vehicle has some of the famous elements of the KIA design and it seems an imagination worth commercialization.
This is exactly the car of the so-called Kia Proport, a sports car which goes way beyond what a Kia fan would expect from the South Korean manufacturer. In fact, it looks so good that it's hardly possible to see such a vehicle manufactured under Kia's badge. KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth). We're not the biggest Kia fans, but we really see the Korean brand more of a consumer oriented company, rather than a firm looking to build supercars.
KIA Super Sport Cars Proport To The Fan of Sport Cars (Super-Sport Cloth)

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

SPESIFIKASI Kia Picanto | Luncurkan 2012

SPESIFIKASI Kia Picanto | Luncurkan 2012
The figure of the latest generation of Kia Picanto which will be present again in 2011 caught the camera snooper road tests. One of the favorite European city car was featured with a glimpse of the same dimension with the previous generation.

Line exterior design similar to the figure of his brother, Venga. This is evident from the design of the hood and headlights are wider. Obvious is the use of the projector type lamp, making it appear as a pioneer in his class later. While in the interior, the touch of a similar design with the latest Sportage looks will adorn the cabin.

Overall figures appear more sporty Picanto. The car that was developed in Europe Kia headquarters in Rüsselsheim, Germany continues to be offered with three-and five-door variants.

For cardiac pacemaker, with a capacity of 1.0 liter engine similar to the Hyundai i10 will be the choice. While rumors about the presence Picanto electric engine in 2012, is still disputed by some people in the Kia.

SPESIFIKASI Kia Picanto | Luncurkan 2012

SPESIFIKASI Kia Picanto | Luncurkan 2012
The figure of the latest generation of Kia Picanto which will be present again in 2011 caught the camera snooper road tests. One of the favorite European city car was featured with a glimpse of the same dimension with the previous generation.

Line exterior design similar to the figure of his brother, Venga. This is evident from the design of the hood and headlights are wider. Obvious is the use of the projector type lamp, making it appear as a pioneer in his class later. While in the interior, the touch of a similar design with the latest Sportage looks will adorn the cabin.

Overall figures appear more sporty Picanto. The car that was developed in Europe Kia headquarters in Rüsselsheim, Germany continues to be offered with three-and five-door variants.

For cardiac pacemaker, with a capacity of 1.0 liter engine similar to the Hyundai i10 will be the choice. While rumors about the presence Picanto electric engine in 2012, is still disputed by some people in the Kia.

Saturday, September 4, 2010

SPESIFIKASI KIA | Siapkan New Picanto

SPESIFIKASI KIA | Siapkan New Picanto
South Korean producers, MCH is secretly testing the latest generation of small cars that became the backbone of their sales, Picanto.

KIA Picanto caught'm testing the latest in their research center in Europe located in Rüsselsheim, Germany. Possible new face of the tiny cars This famous enough to be launched into the market in the coming year 2011.

Spy photo shoot from Auto Express gained in Germany on Saturday (09/04/2010), this Korean car looks more sporty new design circuitry that includes headlamp, grille to body curves with the same platform with the Hyundai i10, which is his brother.

Fingers crossed for five door car interiors sector will be given a variety of attractive features. But there is also saying that Kia is also currentlydevelop Picanto with three doors that is cheaper.

KIA Picanto possibilities that will be marketed in Europe will carry the latest 1.0-liter engine is environmentally friendly.

Meanwhile, for the price, the Picanto will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next March will be released at a competitive price circuitry which will removed with a starting price of 7,000 Pounds or approximately USD 96.8 million.

SPESIFIKASI KIA | Siapkan New Picanto

SPESIFIKASI KIA | Siapkan New Picanto
South Korean producers, MCH is secretly testing the latest generation of small cars that became the backbone of their sales, Picanto.

KIA Picanto caught'm testing the latest in their research center in Europe located in Rüsselsheim, Germany. Possible new face of the tiny cars This famous enough to be launched into the market in the coming year 2011.

Spy photo shoot from Auto Express gained in Germany on Saturday (09/04/2010), this Korean car looks more sporty new design circuitry that includes headlamp, grille to body curves with the same platform with the Hyundai i10, which is his brother.

Fingers crossed for five door car interiors sector will be given a variety of attractive features. But there is also saying that Kia is also currentlydevelop Picanto with three doors that is cheaper.

KIA Picanto possibilities that will be marketed in Europe will carry the latest 1.0-liter engine is environmentally friendly.

Meanwhile, for the price, the Picanto will debut at the Geneva Motor Show next March will be released at a competitive price circuitry which will removed with a starting price of 7,000 Pounds or approximately USD 96.8 million.

Monday, August 23, 2010

SPESIFIKASI KIA Pride Special Edition

SPESIFIKASI KIA Pride Special Edition

Recently launched in mid 2010, the New Pride hatchback was dressed again by PT KIA Mobil Indonesia. Is this New Limited Edition of KIA Pride.

In response, the Director of Marketing PT KIA Mobil Indonesia, Hartanto Sukmono humbly admit that the New Pride was already in the dressing.

"But not the Limited Edition, only an optional course, if consumers are interested can order," he said when contacted by phone, Monday (23/08/2010).

For the model itself, added Hartanto, MCH has been displaying this at the New Pride hatchback carpet Indonesia International Motor Show in 2010 and then, and now consumers can make a reservation.

The changes are focused on the sector to make it look more sporty appearance, like the design of new pelk, aerokit, as well as the latest hatchback rear spoiler of this KIA mainstay.

Meanwhile, for the price, obviously there is an increase, but the amount is adjusted from the choices that consumers want the option ornamentals. "It is expensive, fixed according to the price," lid Hartanto.

SPESIFIKASI KIA Pride Special Edition

SPESIFIKASI KIA Pride Special Edition


Recently launched in mid 2010, the New Pride hatchback was dressed again by PT KIA Mobil Indonesia. Is this New Limited Edition of KIA Pride.

In response, the Director of Marketing PT KIA Mobil Indonesia, Hartanto Sukmono humbly admit that the New Pride was already in the dressing.

"But not the Limited Edition, only an optional course, if consumers are interested can order," he said when contacted by phone, Monday (23/08/2010).

For the model itself, added Hartanto, MCH has been displaying this at the New Pride hatchback carpet Indonesia International Motor Show in 2010 and then, and now consumers can make a reservation.

The changes are focused on the sector to make it look more sporty appearance, like the design of new pelk, aerokit, as well as the latest hatchback rear spoiler of this KIA mainstay.

KIA Mobil Indonesia plans to launch a new car again named Kia Pride Sedan, although for about the price is still kept secret by the KIA Indonesia but almost can be sure that this car will be marketed in the planned class hatchback sedan will compete with cars - Japanese car manufacturers such as Toyota Vios and Honda City, but it was unclear if the price of this pride sedan under them.
 

For machinery, the plan this car will use the same engine with the New KIA Pride car that was launched before it. ie cylinder engine with 4 pieces of line, using 4 pieces of his valve in each cylinder so the total valve in this car there are 16 fruit valves and is also equipped with CVVT technology that can generate power reached 94 ps at 6000 rpm and maximum torque in 12.7kgm at 4700 rpm.

Meanwhile, for the price, obviously there is an increase, but the amount is adjusted from the choices that consumers want the option ornamentals. "It is expensive, fixed according to the price," lid Hartanto.

Saturday, August 21, 2010

SPESIFIKASI KIA | POP | Mobil Listrik Unik

SPESIFIKASI KIA | POP | Mobil Listrik Unik

Automotive performance in French, Paris Motor Show, in October not to be missed by Kia for the concept car displays, POP. The published form of this still image and saving some detail the car manufacturers to make display in Paris, later.

South Korean car manufacturer claims that the POP is an electric car with unique design. This is mainly on the interior designed in the composition of three seats and the front can be rotated to provide a larger space when the passenger was about to go backwards.

For dimensions, POP 10 inches longer than the Smart Fortwo and not until three meters high. Talk categories, there is no certainty whether the POP will be the city car.

SPESIFIKASI KIA | POP | Mobil Listrik Unik

SPESIFIKASI KIA | POP | Mobil Listrik Unik

Automotive performance in French, Paris Motor Show, in October not to be missed by Kia for the concept car displays, POP. The published form of this still image and saving some detail the car manufacturers to make display in Paris, later.

South Korean car manufacturer claims that the POP is an electric car with unique design. This is mainly on the interior designed in the composition of three seats and the front can be rotated to provide a larger space when the passenger was about to go backwards.

Although the Paris Motor Show will be held approximately one month longer, but Kia seems to not want to wait too long to show off the beautiful design of Pop Kia. Pop Overall this is indeed revolutionary. Start body shape that resembles a triangle-shaped capsule with a window through which a similar wheel design shirt button, everything is all futuristic. Moreover, with silver color cast!

According to Kia, this concept car is designed to accommodate three people and certainly will use electric propulsion. So far, Kia did not mention the full specifications of the electric motor is used but considering the concept which led to the city car could be the speed is not the main goal. Interestingly, the roof of the car is entirely made of glass! Imagine how hot if we must drive on the streets of cities in tropical areas like Indonesia.

For dimensions, POP 10 inches longer than the Smart Fortwo and not until three meters high. Talk categories, there is no certainty whether the POP will be the city car.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

SPESIFIKASI KIA Picanto Cosmo,

SPESIFIKASI KIA Picanto Cosmo,

By assert its presence in the city car market homeland, PT KIA Mobil Indonesia have set up their mainstay cute weapons, which again faces made KIA Picanto.

Although only shown the first time when carpet Indonesia International Motor Show, but it never hurts when we see the latest view of the KIA Picanto Picanto is now called Cosmo.

The most noticeable changes on the face, with added grill 'tiger' nose 'like the KIA Pride. Grill the big story of course makes it looks more sporty.

For the exterior, for example, grill design Picanto Picanto Cosmo different than other types. The manufacturer, based in South Korea grill design concept model "Tiger Nose". While the shape is also different than the Picanto foglampnya "regular."

Kia also presented with a model of oval fog lamps, similar to that applied to the Picanto in several other countries in Asia. The use of design tersbeut certainly boost the appearance Picanto.

Moving into the sides, Picanto Cosmo looks more cute due to the use of white color. But the affairs of the legs, Kia prefer alloy rims five bolt design with silver finishing.

At the stern, Picanto Cosmo almost similar to the latest generation Idnonesia Picanto, launched in early 2010. White blend with some black accents on the bumper of a car load looks a little sporty.

The news mentions, with a series of changes tersbeut, KMI Kia Picanto Cosmo price only more expensive than Rp1 million variants are usually disposed of Rp115 million to Rp131 million manual transmission and automatic transmission variants for which

KIA is also pinned on the design of new foglamp Picanto Cosmo. So also on the rear bumper design that also affected a touch of refreshment.

According to Marketing Communications Manager of KMI Ridjal Mulyadi, the price will only rise slightly. "Cosmo Picanto will appear fresher, but just add USD $ 1 million," he said when talking with detikOto, Wednesday (07/21/2010)

KIA also, through Ridjal Picanto Cosmo said that if this can already be ordered, and is also available in two variants namely the option of manual and automatic transmission.

Sunday, July 11, 2010

MODIFIKASI Kia Visto | Dukung Timnas Belanda

MODIFIKASI Kia Visto | Dukung Timnas Belanda

Artha Utama Nindya from Jakarta so lucky. Kia Visto modified by the color orange as a form of support for the Netherlands in the World Cup is not in vain. eleven and early in the final day versus Spain to win the world title in 2010.

modification Like what he did to the South Korean city car that Color red car that had been converted into three-quarters of an orange body - starting from the bottom of the door down - combined with white. In order to exactly match the color of the shirt worn Wesley Sneijder et al, Mariono from Auto Source to do it through several stages.

So, after the original paint scraped paint primer and then given puttyed and in-epoxy. Furthermore, given that silver base paint according to color orange Mariono appear. Done that, and overlaid with gold paint. The goal, in the past that gives color stripping and then closed (masking effect), just after it was painted orange color is added with xerallic to emit light when stung by the sun.

Modifications flow speed performance-oriented, no doubt his tiny car engine modif to get bursts of more power than standard. "Several years ago, this car often fall in the arena of drag race, now only for the daily," said Dede. Tuner numbers living in Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta, this does have a hobby, particularly in engine modifications, no doubt his home into a private workshop for tuning the vehicle becomes more hang out dose.

Minor Change
In the sector of foreign body, Dede purposely did not make this car full of polish. Body covered with fairly standard good quality paint. "The important body remains smooth," he continued.

Which looks rather flashy is part of the legs with Neve R13 sodoran rim with tire dressing to Sime Tyres 150/75 front and 170/50 Champiro. This step is taken so that the wheel can take the road with gusto, and handling becomes easier.
Still in the exterior sector, Dede upgrades become smoke head lamp with HID support coollight, road and weather rainy night not to drive the tiny hitch.

Doping
To spur the kitchen, it is that makes this car very different from a similar car. add doping to foster greater engine performance drived. Some parts got a touch of the hands of nimble Dede. "Engine is made non-standard, though more tightly," he said.

Ported polish head section about 0.6 mm to give a surprise performance of spontaneous and more crashing. Also re balanced crankshaft and commuted with the ideal composition for the machine to be able to jack loose. Not only that, the more serious modif engine also ended customed some parts, such as valves and clutch plates pull apart more easily also the more cihuy lauched on straight track.

Apex'i products commonly used by tuners come pinned ranging from water filters and piggyback. Is now Dede satisfied? "It's still something to be added, but later next year," he said. Engine has many aliases modif anti-"virgin", Dede still want to add a touch for traction became more wild.

Specifications:
Exterior
* Headlamp upgrade crystal n smoke
* HID coollight
* Rims: Neve R13
* Tyres Sime Tyres 150/75 (front)
champiro 170/60 (rear)
* V-kool film window

Engine
* PnP
* Papas head 0.6 mm
* Balance crankshaft
* Custom per valve
* Custom plate clutch
* Coils: Jacob ultra coil
* Air filter: Apex'i
* Piggyback: Apex'i SAFC1
* Pivot stabilizer
* Header 4-1

Interior:
* Jok synthetic leader
* Stir: MOMO
* Shift knob: Razo
* Pedal sets: Sparco

Audio
* Head unit: Pioneer 3550
* Speaker: Pinceer (2 way speakers)
* Amplifier: Johnny Monitor (5 Channel)
* Subwoofer: Fabolous 12 "

Artha not limited form of support to the body color. Try the lyrics into the cabin, the interior color is also orange and white using MB-Tech Camaro materials. Then, the stitching pattern resemble football.

Level of difficulty when sewing pattern hexagon ball model. "Create a hexagon mold first, then use machine stitched then," explained Mariono.

Display the front wheel camber angle oblique extreme, so the attention. mariono according to 18-inch alloy wheels can enter. IBHS be over-fenders, in addition to custom swing arm and sokbreker. Plate can be tilted plus 4-5 cm at the camber holder that serves as the cradle tomorrow. bottom welded to die tomorrow


Wednesday, July 7, 2010

SPESIFIKASI KIA Sportage First Edition | Meluncur di pasar Eropa

SPESIFIKASI KIA Sportage First Edition | Meluncur di pasar Eropa

KIA factory located in Slovakia eventually develop a new generation of five passenger SUV, KIA Sportage. This latest version will be released on 1 August in the UK. Interestingly, initial sales of the Sportage, it was started by removing the highest spec Sportage, dubbed the First Edition Version, and under the new variants released in November.

This has given the highest version of the completeness of such standards, full leather interior and dual zone climate control, and LED Daytime running lights. Not only that, the SUV is also equipped with an automatic wiper censorship rain, and size 18-inch alloy wheels

To the difference with the previous version, seen in the exterior sector. Where on the front headlamp which apply now facing upwards and taper that makes this car look more ferocious.

In addition, fog lights also follow the form of the front bumper, and no longer rely on a round fog lamps. Of course, these changes make the Sportage First Edition look more modern.

Other changes made by, the South Korean car maker, is also seen at the body, which now no longer apply the three side windows. But this latest version just apply two side windows were enlarged in size.

For the U.S. market, Kia Sportage comes in two choices, LX and EX. Both are equipped with kitchen implanted 2.4-liter DOHC four-cylinder Continuously Variable Value Timing tech. There are also technologies Gas Direct Injected (GDI), which makes power Sportage increasingly fierce.

In order to issue a power of 176 hp is not difficult for the Sportage. This power transmission system mated with 6-speed manual and automatic.

What distinguishes between types LX and EX only from the use of some accessories. For the LX uses 16-inch alloy rims combined size 215/70R16 tires, body color door handles, side mirrors adjustable side mirrors with turn signal indicators, and tinted glass.

But for the type EX is using a successful 18-inch rims combined with 235/55R18 tires. there are also additional roof rails, rear spoiler, and chrome accents on the body trim, door handles and radiator grill.

"This new Sportage retains the same functionality and flexibility than the previous generation model but these additions make this SUV more stylish, modern and totally new to help lift the Kia brand as a leader of the world of design." Sprague added

For the street in the city, a liter to 10.3 miles for distance traveled. As for the street outside the city (without jams) can achieve fuel consumption of one liter for 13.9 kilometers.

While the completeness of supporting features, Kia divide it into two types, namely LX and EX. The first type, use of alloy wheels measure 16 inches. Velg it increasingly looks sweet with a couple tires sized 215/70R16.

"Tires that used to have low levels of rolling resistance, so it is very safe. The electric rearview mirror has now been equipped with lights sein," explained the source of Kia.

While the highest type or type EX, using size 18-inch alloy wheels combined with tire size 235/55R18. In this type, grille, door handles, body trim using chrome accents. As a result luxurious look impressed.

In addition, they prepare two engine variants will be used by cars that are designed compact, modern and environmentally friendly, namely gasoline and diesel engines are also equipped with manual and automatic transmission versions.

Sportage First Edition of this popular diesel conforming to common-rail turbodiesel, with a capacity of 2000 cc CRDi, which is claimed to be producing CO2 emissions of just 156 g / km. For fuel consumption, this car can reach 25 km / liter. Unfortunately there is no official data regarding power output, and the spec engine used gasoline-fueled version.

Thursday, April 29, 2010

2011 Kia Optima wallpaper

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Saturday, March 20, 2010

2011 Next-Gen Kia Optima Sports Sedan

The next generation Kia Optima is set to make its world premiere at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. "The next generation of Kia Optima possesses the power to surprise," says Peter Schreyer, Kia's Chief Design Officer. "It's a car that people will simply not expect from Kia - and that's exactly what we set out to achieve." Kia has officially unveiled the next Optima four-door coupe, ahead of the full reveal set to take place at the 2010 New York Auto Show. Kia’s new flagship sedan/coupe looks to be a far more attractive and far more worthy of a flagship designation.
2011 Kia Optima
Just weeks ago Kia released new sketches of the upcoming 2011 Magentis four-door coupe – currently known as the Optima sedan in America. The sketches look to be very true to the now official images that have been released ahead of the full reveal set for the upcoming 2010 New York Auto Show. The saloon exudes an athletic confidence from every angle - its raked roofline, high and pronounced shoulder line of its sculpted flanks and its extended wheelbase are complemented by flared wheelarches and a shallow glasshouse that create a saloon with a muscular, self-assured stance. The striking visage of the car features a new interpretation of Kia's bold 'tiger' family face that's edged by piercing projector headlamps.
2011 Kia Optima
The Kia Optima is currently the flagship sedan for the automaker and the next model gains considerable changes in the exterior cosmetics department. The outgoing Optima is a fairly tame sedan, but Kia is replacing its sedan with a much sportier silhouette – much more akin to a coupe, than a sedan. So much so, Kia says the 2011 Optima will be labeled as a 4-door coupe, rather than a sedan. Following the theme of recent model revisions, new Kia Optima is longer, lower and wider than before, the Kia's coupe-like profile is enhanced by the sweeping chrome arc that flows from A to C pillar, a distinctive design motif that visually lowers the car further still and enhances its cab-backwards proportions.
2011 Kia Optima
In addition to significantly overhauling the overall styling direction of the Magentis/Optima, Kia says that it will be bringing its next flagship sedan/coupe closer to the ground with a lower stance, in addition to giving it a wider and more stable stance to go long with its longer wheelbase. Kia says the end result is a four-door coupe that has more room for its occupants and cargo alike, as well as a more planted driving dynamic. "For this car we started with a clean sheet and worked to achieve an exterior design with a European feeling and stance," explains Gregory Guillaume, Chief Designer, Kia Europe. To help achieve this, the exterior was designed by his team in Frankfurt. The interior was created by the design team in California.
2011 Kia Optima
Power-wise, the Optima will use the same engines as the 2011 Sonata and will be offered in four and six-cylinder versions. The four-cylinder offering, should it come from the 2011 Sonata, will be a 2.4-liter good for 200 horsepower and 186 lb.-ft of torque – all the while getting as much as 35 miles per gallon on the highway. The new D-segment offering is spacious, and with class-leading levels of safety and luxury equipment, the intelligently configured and driver-oriented cabin underlines a newfound poise and presence. "This new model embodies Kia's confident new design direction," says Schreyer. "It's a global car with individual appeal."
The 2011 Kia Optima is expected to hit the market in the fall of 2010, with a hybrid version possibly available at lunch, or relatively soon after.