The Kia brand has many new cars lined up for 2023. After only recently introducing the 2022 EV6 electric crossover, the brand reached an all-time new high. All-new models and updated designs are sweeping their way through the 2023 models. With these new models, strong styling isn’t the only focus. Some new trims and features have been added to the cars. Below are some of the 2023 models, what’s new with them, including their pros and cons you should be aware of.
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2023 Kia Soul: What’s New
For the 2023 Kia Soul, the brand slimmed it down. The outside received a refreshed design with a new front grille, foglights, daytime running lights, rear fascia, and taillights with a boxy crossover. Some other changes in the vehicle are a new 17-inch and 18-inch wheel design and a pair of two-tone paint schemes.
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For the 2023 Kia Soul, the X-Line and Turbo models have been discontinued. Now the Soul lineup has a total of four trims: LX, S, EX, and GT-Line. Starting from the 2023 model, all new Kia Souls will be powered with a 2.0-liter engine naturally aspirated four-cylinder against the previous 1.6-liter.
The Soul is also equipped with more standard safety technology and offers the GT-Line Technology package, which bundles navigation-based adaptive cruise control, high-gloss interior trim, a Harman Kardon sound system, and many more.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia Soul
- The updated design has boxy good looks
- Lots of standard safety tech features
- The wide availability of a 10.3-inch display
Cons Of The 2023 Kia Soul
- AWD is not available
- A four-star NHTSA safety rating
- Turbo models discontinued
2023 Kia Soul Price
The 2023 Soul LX will start at $21,085, the S at $23,585, the GT-Line at $24,685 and the EX at $25,385. Starting prices for the LX and EX climb $500 compared to the 2022 Soul, while the S and GT-Line each see a $700 increase.
2023 Kia Seltos: What’s New
The 2023 Kia Seltos, with a rugged look, carries over into the 2023 model with minor updates. The vehicle has more noise reduction and has been added along with additional safety features for FWD and AWD versions of the S trim. Some driver assistance updates in the vehicle include; rear blind-spot collision avoidance and rear cross-traffic collision avoidance.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia Seltos
- Strong features
- Large cargo volume
- Stylish exterior design
Cons Of The 2023 Kia Seltos
- Cheap-looking interior
- Four-star NHTSA crash test rating
- Dual-clutch transmission needs refinement
2023 Kia Seltos price
The Seltos Nightfall Edition is built to thrill with a turbocharged 1.6L engine producing 195 lb.-ft. of torque, a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, all-wheel drive, and a starting MSRP of $27,040.
2023 Kia Niro: What’s New
The Kia Niro comes with a new redesign for the 2023 model. The car offers a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid, and an EV. The SUV receives fresh new bodywork and a stylish cabin. Despite being slightly bigger and more spacious inside than the older models, the new Niro boasts a lighter curb weight.
The hybrid drivetrain develops the same 139 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque as it did in the previous generation but with improved cooling and combustion technology. The plug-in hybrid returns 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque and has a 33-mile electric-only range. The Niro EV has a 201-horsepower motor and can travel 253 miles on a single charge.
The interior of the Niro has two standard 10.3-inch screens, one for the digital gauge cluster and the other for the infotainment setup. Standard features in the Niro are; forward collision avoidance, lane-keeping assist, lane-following assist, driver attention warning, blind-spot collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assistance, safe exit warning, and rear-seat occupant alert.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia Niro
- Great styling
- Efficiency across the whole range
- More spacious than the previous models
Cons Of The 2023 Kia Niro
- The hybrid drivetrain didn’t gain power
- AWD isn’t available
2023 Kia Niro price
The 2023 Kia Niro is all-new this year, entering its second generation and looking more stylish than ever. The 2023 Kia Niro hybrid starts at $26,490.
2023 Kia Sportage: What’s New
The compact Kia Sportage received a revamp for the 2023 model year. This fifth-generation Sportage is larger in every dimension than its predecessor and wears bold, concept-like exterior styling. Its 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine makes 187 horsepower, a 6-horsepower greater than the previous model. The gasoline Sportage has FWD or AWD, and the latter gains a 1.5-inch lift over its two-wheel drive sibling.
There are available Sportage Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid. The conventional hybrid develops a total system output of 226 horsepower and can travel 589 miles on a single tank. The PHEV is even more powerful at 261 horsepower and possesses an electric range of 32 miles. There’s also a rugged-looking X-Pro trim available for the first time.
Kia equips dual 12-inch displays on almost every trim, a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to five devices, and a touchpad control for the climate and audio systems. Safety features include forward collision avoidance with cyclist detection capability, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, reverse parking distance warning, and driver attention warning. There are also several driver assistance tech upgrades on the options list.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia Sportage
- Spacious back seat
- Cool tech for a compact SUV
- Big cargo area
Cons Of The 2023 Kia Sportage
- Sluggish with the base engine
- The base engine has poor fuel economy
- Frustrating HVAC/audio controls
2023 Kia Sportage price
Price: The entry-level 2023 Sportage has a starting price of $25,990. The top model, the Sportage X-Pro Prestige, begins at $36,790.
2023 Kia Sorento: What’s New
There was an all-new redesign for the Kia Sorento with the 2022 model. This means the 2023 model will receive some trim tweaks. The Sorento Hybrid’s base S trim will no longer be offered, making the Sorento EX the new entry-level model with a standard eight-way power front passenger seat and a frameless rearview mirror. The New SX-P trim is the new top-spec variant equipped with AWD by default.
Other features include 17-inch alloy wheels, LED foglights, a power tailgate with automatic opening capability, dual 12.3-inch displays, a Bose premium audio setup, and second-row captain’s chairs. The Sorento Hybrid SX-P also receives navigation-based adaptive cruise control. Forward collision avoidance assist, a 360-degree parking camera view, Kia’s Blind View Monitor system, and front and rear parking sensors.
The Sorento Plug-in Hybrid range has been simplified to just the SX-P trim. New features include sunshades for the rear doors, a 115-volt power outlet, and Kia’s HomeLink system.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia Sorento
- Well-designed inside and out
- AWD is available on both trims
- Large standard displays
Cons Of The 2023 Kia Sorento
- Small third row
- Jerky dual-clutch transmission
- PHEV is the most appealing but priciest
2023 Kia Sorento price
For 2023, the Sorento PHEV SX-P will start at $51,185 after destination, which represents a $4,700 increase over last year’s model which cost $46,485. The price increase doesn’t result in a drastic change in feature content. The SX-P is basically a replacement for last year’s SX Prestige trim which cost $49,385.
2023 Kia Telluride: What’s New
The three-row Kia Telluride has been a best seller since it arrived in 2020 and even became the year’s SUV. The car has received a major update for the 2023 model year, complete with cosmetic changes, new trim levels, and revisions to the interior. The cabin upgrades include a 12.3-inch curved infotainment display, a new available digital gauge cluster display, a larger head-up display, a restyled steering wheel, updated dash trim panels, and refreshed vents. There is also more available customization in the form of new interior color packages.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia Telluride
- Lots of cargo volume
- Quiet ride with good handling
- New off-road modes
Cons Of The 2023 Kia Telluride
- No hybrid available
- Cramped third row
- Average fuel economy
2023 Kia Telluride price
The 2023 Kia Telluride price starts at $37,025. This price represents a $2,300 increase over the outgoing model. Plus, according to MotorTrend, it costs $2,000 to add all-wheel drive. Typically it costs about $1,500 to add AWD to an SUV.
2023 Kia EV6: What’s New
The all-electric EV6 crossover was first introduced in 2022, it had huge success, and it’s returning in 2023. It’s the most powerful Kia ever made, which produces 576 horsepower from its front and rear dual-motor setup and can run from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds.
The EV6 has a total range of 206 miles, not nearly as much as other trims. This model has bigger disc brakes, a stiffer chassis, a quicker steering ratio, adaptive suspension, and an electronic limited-slip differential. The EV6 GT wears distinctive front and rear styling and 21-inch wheels. Inside, the Kia installs bucket seats, neon green dash accents, and a button of the same color that activates the sharpened GT drive mode.
Pros Of The 2023 Kia EV6
- Exquisite exterior design
- Fast charging capability
- High-performance GT model
Cons Of The 2023 Kia EV6
- Available sunroof eats up headroom
- Frustrating dual-purpose HVAC/audio buttons
- The Hyundai ioniq is slightly better than the Kia EV6
2023 kia EV6 price
The Kia EV6 2023 prices range from $72,590 for the basic trim level SUV EV6 AIR RWD to $87,590 for the top of the range SUV EV6 GT-Line AWD (with Sunroof). The Kia EV6 2023 is available in Electric.
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