We're started early to fully record all of the changes in the 2018 model year for Kia. Bookmark this page, as we will continuously update the article with new changes and models.
So far: 2018 Cadenza, Forte5, Forte Sedan, Niro, Optima, Optima Hybrid, Optima Plug-In Hybrid, Rio, Sedona, Sorento, Soul, Soul EV, Sportage, and Stinger.
All new vehicles from Kia for 2019 include the K900, with refreshings for the Optima, Sedona and Sorento among others. See all the changes...
Stinger Premium discontinued. New Telluride, Cadenza refresh and all the Kia changes for the 2020 model year.
Cadenza and K900 are cancelled as luxury sedans are relegated to the Genesis brand. A brand new Sorento with new engines and a hybrid version. Rear occupant alert is added to vehicles, to remind drivers to check the back seat.
A new Elantra N-Line brings a 1.6 turbocharged engine, 201 horsepower, a six-speed manual and Summer performance tires. Palisade gets a new luxury trim level. An N-Line is also here for the Sonata, with the new 2.5 turbo from the Genesis G70, with 290 horsepower.
