Special-edition 2013 Rio 5-door SX M/T arrives in limited quantity

Fastest-Growing Automotive Brand in the U.S. Over the Last Five Years Releases Limited Run of Initial Cars to Answer Market Demand for Subcompact with Manual Transmission and Uplevel Features

Until now, driving enthusiasts couldn't get their hands on the Rio they were most eager to own--that's about to change. The 2013 Rio 5-door SX is now offered with a 6-speed manual transmission (M/T). Arriving in dealerships in limited quantity with a MSRP of just $17,9004, the Rio SX M/T is a fun-to-drive subcompact that satisfies enthusiasts' desires for a more engaging drive experience without sacrificing the comfort and convenience offered by the subcompact model's highest trim level. The Rio SX M/T is inspired by Kia's championship winning motorsports efforts and the recently-introduced Rio B-spec race car. Enthusiasts should get in line now as less than 500 Rio SX M/Ts will be initially offered for sale during the 2013 model year.

The Rio 5-door SX M/T comes standard with a class-leading 138 horsepower5 4-cylinder double- overhead cam gasoline direct-injection (GDI) engine featuring dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and fuel economy of 30-mpg city/40-mpg highway6. The Rio 5-door SX M/T is available in Signal Red and Electronic Blue and comes with LED taillights, front LED accent lights, and 17-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the Rio SX M/T adds a seven-inch navigation touch screen with a SiriusXM™7 Traffic system and push-button start with Smart Key. Other standard SX features include sport-tuned suspension, rear camera display8, steering-wheel mounted audio controls, Bluetooth®9 wireless technology, and an AM/FM/CD/ MP3 SiriusXM Satellite audio system. The interior is handsomely appointed in sporty black knit cloth.

"The Kia Rio 5-door SX M/T is perfect for driving enthusiasts who simply won't compromise when it comes to certain features," said Orth Hedrick, Director of Product Planning at Kia Motors America (KMA). "Our customers and the automotive press have been asking for the Rio 5-door SX with a manual transmission, and we've listened. As the Kia brand becomes more and more relevant to enthusiasts, we'll continue to evaluate consumer demand and consider bringing other high-spec manuals to market."Those looking for the inspiration behind the Rio 5-door SX M/T need look no further than the twisting, undulating macadam of America's greatest road racing circuits. In addition to its championship winning professional road racing program, Kia this year entered the new B-Spec grassroots racing series, and the Rio SX M/T offers buyers the sporty driving dynamics that transfer from the track to the street.To advance from driving enthusiast to racer10, customers can purchase a 2013 Rio 5-door M/T (LX Trim) and a B-Spec performance kit11 available at a cost of $14,000 from Kia's racing partner, Kinetic Motorsports. The kit includes everything needed to transform the street-loving Rio 5-door into a proper racecar: pre-cut roll cage, racing seat, quick-release steering wheel, racing harness, race shocks, lightweight wheels, spec-series tires, oil sump pan expansion kit and complete build instructions. For an additional fee, Kinetic will professionally assemble the Rio at their shop in Buford, Georgia.

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"It was a great and easy car purchasing experience" says this 5-star review of Fairfax Kia on Edmunds!

"My husband and I set out to find a small SUV with the best value, quality and warranty. My brother-in-law who investigates car accidents said that KIA was the best value on the road today and they have really changed the look and features of their cars in recent years. I’m so happy I listened to him and stopped by Fairfax KIA. Johnny was so friendly and helpful. He let us take our time, drive the vehicles, and there was no pressure to buy. You cannot beat a 100,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and free roadside assistance. If you buy at the Fairfax location, they offer free oil changes and tune-ups for the life of the vehicle. The financing can’t be beat either, we came in armed with numbers from our credit union and Rob in the finance department beat our APR and matched a very low gap insurance price, so we ended up financing through them. He even gave us some pointers on how to improve our credit. After the purchase, instead of herding us out the door since they were closed, Johnny took us outside and showed us how to work all the features of the vehicle so we could get familiar with it. It was a great and easy car purchasing experience and we love our new Sportage. It is loaded with every feature you need for a lot less than comparable vehicles (and we know, we did research). We highly recommend Fairfax KIA." - Jeninfairfax

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[VIDEO]: Sorento SEC "Pride"

Proudly built in West Point, Georgia. The 2013 Kia Sorento is the official vehicle of the SEC. Because what makes the SEC great, also makes the Kia Sorento great.

Video courtesy of Kia's Youtube channel.

Be sure to take advantage of our special 0.9% APR offer on 2012 Kia Soul models this month!

Special Low 0.9% APR (36 months) at $28.16 per $1,000 financed for qualified buyers.

0.9% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) up to 36 months. 1.9% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) up to 60 months. 2.9% Annual Percentage Rate (APR) up to 72 months. APR financing available, subject to credit approval by Kia Motors Finance (KMF) [Hyundai Motor Finance (HMF) in Massachusetts and D.C.], through KMF/HMF, to very well qualified buyers and not available on balloon financing. Only a limited number of customers will qualify for advertised APR. Down payment will vary depending on APR. Bonus Cash from KMF/HMF must be applied as a down payment. Must take delivery from a participating dealer and from retail stock from 4/03/2012 to 4/30/2012. New vehicles only. This incentive is for a limited time offer on eligible Kia vehicles and may not be combined with other special offers except where specified. Dealer contribution may vary and could affect actual monthly payment. See your participating Kia dealer for more details on these special offers. Finance contract must be signed and dated no later than 4/30/2012.

Big thanks to GJ for this great review on Yelp!

"I can only speak about their service department as we bought our Kia elsewhere. I typically avoid dealer service like the plague as I have rarely, if ever, had a positive experience with a dealership repair, but these folks surprised me. We had two repairs done at the same time, one because we could only get the parts though the dealer. The cost for the first repai was actually less than my regular mechanic was going to charge ( if he could get the part) and the cost of the 2nd was just $80 more than my guy quoted. They gave us a loaner for the day while doing the repair. I was late ( after service center closing) in my pickup and they stayed the extra 10 minutes it took to get through traffic. The guy who checked me out was courteous and asked me if I had any questions. My kid left video game parts in the loaner and they rescued them for him. I am happy with the repairs and several days later we got a Robocall from the dealership making sure we were happy and didn't have any concerns. (If you do it patches you through or records your complaint, IDK we didn't need it) I didn't give 5 stars because, well, it's a dealership and frankly it's a lot for me to even bother to write a review, but these guys might just change my mind about dealership service. Hopefully I won't need service soon, but yeah I would consider going back and from me, that's saying a lot." - GJ I.

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[VIDEO]: Bringing Down the House: Official 2013 Kia Soul Hamster Commercial

They're back. And this time they've gone way back in their time-traveling Kia Soul. That's right, the hamsters are bringing down the house, only it's an 18th century opera house. And they're showing a traditional upper-crust crowd how to party their britches off with Axwell's remix of "In My Mind" by Ivan Gough, Feenixpawl ft. Georgi Kay. Watch. Share. Repeat.

Video courtesy of Kia's Youtube channel.

Be sure to take advantage of our Special Low Lease Offer on 2012 Kia Forte LX models this month!

$224.72 per month for 36 Months $0.00* down payment.

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