5 Things to Do for a Smooth-Running Kia
1. Check Your Fluids Often
Cars require a number of different fluids for operation, including engine oil, transmission fluid, engine coolant, power steering fluid, and more. If these fluids leak or dry out over time, this can quickly cause problems with your vehicle. Be sure to check your fluids frequently to make sure you have enough and top them off as needed.
2. Buy the Correct Oil for Your Engine
If you’re topping off your oil, it’s important to use the correct type of oil for your engine and the season. Motor oil comes in one of two viscosities and is either rated for warm or cool weather. Typically, you will need a lower-viscosity oil during the winter and a higher-viscosity oil in the summer.
3. Get Regular Oil Changes
On the topic of motor oil, it’s also essential to have your oil changed regularly, even if it’s not low. This is because over time, oil gets dirty as it passes through your engine parts again and again. Dirty oil gets thicker and can’t flow as well, and your engine can overheat and become damaged as a result.
Most vehicles should have an oil change every 3 months or 3,000 miles, whichever comes first. However, you should check your owner’s manual for information on your specific car.
4. Change Your Air Filter
Another critical component of your engine’s health is the air intake filter. This is what filters the air coming into your engine prior to using it for fuel combustion. This helps fuel burn more cleanly and minimizes harmful debris.
5. Replace Shocks and Struts When Needed
Your car’s suspension system plays a big role in how smooth your rides are, and like most other car parts, these will wear out over time. Having them replaced as necessary can help make sure your vehicle is equipped to handle bumps in the road.
Why Go to a Kia Dealership for Maintenance?
When your Kia is ready for service, the best place to go is a dealership. Here are just a few of the many benefits of trusting your local dealer with your routine maintenance:
- Factory-trained technicians
- Continuing education for mechanics
- Advanced engine diagnostics
- Specialized tools
- Genuine Kia Parts
- Personalized service
- Long-term relationships
Does your car need service? Contact us at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC to get scheduled. We are conveniently located on W Plaza Dr, across the street from Zaxby’s, so you can get in and out fast.
3 Great Family SUV Options From Your Kia Dealership
2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid
With a five-seat capacity and sporty driving dynamics, the 2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is a versatile choice for daily driving. The spacious interior offers best-in-class second-row legroom, allowing tall passengers to stretch throughout the journey. A 60/40 split-fold rear bench also makes it easy to expand the cargo space when you have to transport long or bulky items.
X-Line SynTex seating surfaces give the interior a stylish, sporty feel, while a panoramic sunroof also comes standard, adding spaciousness to the cabin. With 34.5 cubic feet of rear cargo capacity, the Sportage PHEV can also hold luggage and items for the whole family. Ready for family adventures, it comes in standard all-wheel drive and boasts a powerful engine that delivers 261 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
2025 Telluride
A three-row SUV with seats for eight, the 2025 Telluride is a great pick for suburban families. The lineup includes ten trim levels, making it easy to find the right combination of features and capabilities to suit your needs. The base configuration comes in standard front-wheel drive and provides 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, which is more than enough for most driving needs.
All-wheel drive is available across most trims, and select models come equipped for off-roading with all-terrain tires and performance suspensions. The 2/3/3 interior layout offers ample room for all passengers as well as 21 cubic feet of rear cargo space. Second-row captain’s chairs are available, boosting rear passenger comfort.
2025 EV9
With room for growing families and a powerful electric powertrain, the 2025 EV9 is perfect for environmentally conscious drivers. The entry-level Light RWD trim comes with a standard-range battery pack and a single rear motor that provides 215 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. A larger battery pack equips all the upper trims and pairs with a rear motor or a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup for an output of up to 379 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque.
The seven-seat interior boasts a 60/40 split-fold second-row bench with easy third-row access and 50/50 split-fold third-row seats for added comfort. Like the Telluride, this electric SUV can be customized with second-row captain’s chairs, while the 20.2 cubic feet of rear cargo volume are also easy to expand behind the front seats.
To browse our inventory and find your new family SUV, visit us at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC.
Rediscover the Road: The 2025 Kia Sportage
Comfort and Connectivity
The 2025 Sportage is a stylish vehicle inside and out, boasting not only an exterior look that turns heads wherever it goes but also a comfortable cabin packed with desirable perks. All trim levels offer two rows of seating for up to five occupants, with 41.4 inches of legroom in the front and 41.3 inches in the rear. Additionally, this crossover SUV comes with foldable rear seat backs, letting you expand its cargo capacity from 39.6 to 74.1 cubic feet.
Besides keeping you and your family comfortable, the 2025 Sportage makes it easy to pair your devices and stay connected thanks to its modern infotainment system. Boasting an eight-inch touchscreen in base trims and a 12.3-inch unit in higher grades, this SUV comes standard with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, Bluetooth wireless connectivity with multi-device support, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
Performance and Efficiency
Along with its comfortable cabin and modern connectivity features, the new Sportage is a responsive and efficient crossover SUV that boasts class-leading fuel economy ratings. The thriftiest trim level is the base LX FWD, which is rated at 25 miles per gallon in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. The all-wheel drive SX Prestige model, on the other hand, achieves 23 mpg and 27 mpg, respectively.
Under the hood of every Sportage, you will find a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque, ensuring a fun and agile driving experience in the city and on the highway. This SUV is available with front- or all-wheel drive, with all models boasting a fast-shifting eight-speed automatic transmission and selectable drive modes.
Safety and Driver-Assist Technologies
With cameras, sensors, and cutting-edge software, all Sportage models boast a host of active safety systems that help you prevent accidents. Standard features include a rear-view monitor with dynamic parking guidance, electronic stability control, hill start assist control, lane departure warning, lane following assist, driver attention warning, and rear occupant alert. Highway driving assist and navigation-based smart cruise control are standard in the SX, SX Prestige, X-Pro, and X-Pro Prestige models.
If you want to check out the new Sportage in person at the best dealership in town, you’ve come to the right place. Come visit us today at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC, and we’ll tell you everything about this extraordinary crossover SUV.
2025 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid Performance
The new 2025 Niro PHEV is a subcompact plug-in hybrid SUV designed to redefine your daily commutes. Under its hood, a 1.6L 4-cylinder PHEV engine delivers a combined output of 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, which is more than enough for dashing through town. You can easily switch to gas-only or electric-only power, modes that offer 104 horsepower and 83 horsepower, respectively.
EPA Estimates and Range
More than powerful, this hybrid powertrain is also highly efficient. In hybrid mode, it delivers EPA estimates of 108 MPGe combined, which is way ahead of the competition. In gas-only mode, fuel economy ratings go up to 48 MPG combined, meaning you can go far without breaking the bank at the gas station. You can also enjoy up to 510 miles of gasoline-only range and 33 miles of all-electric range so you can easily power your road trips or errands.
Driver Assistance Technologies
Designed to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road, the new Niro PHEV boasts seventeen standard driver assistance technologies, including forward collision-avoidance assistance with pedestrian, cyclist, and junction turning detection. A range of systems also monitor your blind spots for safer lane-changing or help you stay in your lane. Navigation-based smart cruise control is also standard, enhancing highway cruising.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The cabin’s focal point is a massive 10.25-inch touchscreen with built-in navigation. Running Kia’s latest infotainment system, it boasts smartphone integration features and lots of entertainment options, including SiriusXM Satellite Radio. The system is also compatible with the Kia Connect services and enables remote vehicle control with cabin heating and pre-cooling via the Kia Access mobile app.
Comfort and Convenience Features
With heated ten-way power-adjustable seats at the front and optional heated rear seats, the new Niro PHEV also offers comfort for all passengers. The roomy cabin boasts SynTex and cloth-trimmed seating surfaces, a combination of materials that gives the interior a sleek, sporty feel. Gloss black accent trims also boost the cabin’s visual appeal, while small-item storage and USB ports bring convenience for all passengers.
Cargo Capacity
Whether you have to carry gym bags, luggage, or a large grocery run, the 19.4 cubic feet of rear cargo area is more than enough for most purposes. The rear bench’s 60/40 split-fold design allows you to expand the cargo space up to 54.6 cubic feet with both rear backrests folded.
Ready to discover more? Visit us at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC to take it for a test drive.
The Spacious and Comfortable 2025 Kia EV9
The EV9 is made for your family’s comfort, with standard SynTex seat trim, heated and ventilated front seats, and a tri-zone auto climate control system. Light RWD and Wind AWD trim levels come with a second-row bench seat and seating for seven passengers, while the remaining three trims have second-row captain’s chairs and a six-passenger capacity. The second-row seats slide and fold with just one touch, so third-row passengers can enter and exit easily.
The EV9’s 29.6-inch panoramic display puts all the information you need within eyesight of the driver, including gauges, climate information, navigation, and infotainment. Behind the third-row seats, 20.2 cubic feet of cargo space makes room for daily errands. When you fold the second- and third-row seats, you’ll reveal up to 81.7 cubic feet of space. It’s easy to access that space, too, thanks to a Smart Power Liftgate that opens automatically when you stand behind it with your Smart Key.
All-Electric Powertrain Options
The EV9 is a groundbreaking electric SUV that combines powerful performance with remarkable efficiency and range. The entry-level Light RWD trim comes with a 76.1 kWh lithium-ion battery, which provides 230 miles of range and recharges from 10 to 100 percent in under 7 hours with a Level 2 charger. The other four trims have a larger 99.8 kWh battery with up to 304 miles of range and a Level 2 recharging time of under 9 hours.
When you’re on the go, you can recharge the EV9’s battery from 10 to 80 percent with a DC 350 kW fast charger in under 25 minutes. The Light RWD delivers 215 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque, plus EPA-estimated efficiency of 88 MPGe combined. The fastest model, the GT-Line AWD, has a thrilling 0 to 60 mph speed of 5.0 seconds with 379 horsepower and 516 lb.-ft. of torque.
Safety and Driver Assistance
An IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK, the EV9 comes with impressive technology features that can help you keep your family safe on the road. Included in these features is Blind-Spot Collision Warning, which monitors adjacent lanes and warns you when another vehicle enters your blind spot. If you attempt to change lanes while another vehicle is present, this system issues an audible warning, then Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist provides corrective steering if needed.
Are you ready to add more efficiency and capability to your family travels? To learn more about the EV9, reach out to our sales department at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC.
Performance and Fuel Economy
Choose from two peppy powertrains in the 2025 Seltos, either a 146-horsepower four-cylinder with a continuously variable automatic or a 195-hp turbo-four with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The stronger engine achieved a zero-to-60 time of less than 7 seconds in Car and Driver testing.
You’ll have front-wheel or all-wheel drive depending on your selected trim. The base engine with FWD provides outstanding fuel economy of up to 34 highway miles per gallon. Standard front and rear skid plates protect the key components of your vehicle.
Interior Space and Features
You’ll find lots of room for both passengers and their gear in this subcompact SUV. The Seltos has nearly 27 cubic feet of cargo space which increases to an impressive 63 cubic feet when you fold down the second row. Available roof rails can accommodate bikes, luggage, and more.
You can upgrade the standard cloth upholstery to a combination of cloth and synthetic leather or full SynTex synthetic leather. Select stylish interior hues such as navy, black, green, or brown. Additional options include a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, keyless entry, remote start, push-button start, ambient cabin lighting, and automatic climate control.
Infotainment Tech
The Seltos showcases an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen combined with a 4.2-inch driver information display, both covered by a glass panel that extends most of the length of the dash. You’ll have the latest tech across the lineup including four USB ports, a six-speaker stereo, voice recognition, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay.
Higher trims add a 10.25-inch touchscreen in place of the 8-inch model as well as navigation, satellite radio, additional USB ports, wireless charging, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Driver Assistance Equipment
Each Seltos gives you the peace of mind of advanced safety features. The base model comes with a rear seat alert, automatic high beams, hill start assist, driver attention monitoring, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, pedestrian and cyclist detection, forward automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and a rearview camera.
Vehicle exit warning, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, intelligent speed limit assist, and rear cross-traffic alert are also available.
Get behind the wheel of the exciting 2025 Seltos now. With five trims, it’s easy to find your favorite model, and you can customize your ride with sporty touches like a two-tone roof in Fusion Black. Contact Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC to schedule a test drive of this value-packed crossover.
Family-Friendly SUV Excellence: The 2025 Kia Sorento
Relax and Refresh
Driving the Sorento is always comfortable thanks to the adjustable, roomy seats, cool cabin, and private experience. Each trim has privacy glass and a solar-controlling, sound-absorbing windshield. There are over 41 inches of legroom in the first two rows and 29.6 inches in the third, making the first two rows great for all ages and the third perfect for kids.
There’s extra comfort up front thanks to the 6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat. If you’d like more adjustability, then consider upgrading to a higher trim to enjoy 10-way power-adjustable seats with 2-way lumbar support. If you want to take comfort to the max in the Sorento, then select one of the top two trims. These have a 14-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 2-way power thigh extension and 4-way lumbar support.
Stay Safe and Sound
A combination of standard and available driver assistance features make the Sorento a safe vehicle with a built-in co-pilot. Its available features include a Blind-Spot View Monitor and Park Distance Warning. Its standard features include Safe Exit Assist, Leading Vehicle Departure Alert, and Lane Departure Warning. With the 10 standard features and additional available ones, you’re covered whether you’re driving, reversing, or parking.
Grab the Groceries
Whether you’re transporting your regular grocery haul or a large item you don’t travel with often, there’s room in the Sorento to accommodate it. The 12.6 cubic-foot cargo area has a dual-level cargo floor and should be large enough for your daily needs. Folding down the third row gets you 45 cubic feet of space to fill up instead, and folding down the next row expands the space further to a maximum of 75.5 cubic feet.
Enrich with Entertainment
You can make your journeys better with the entertainment features you can use via the 12.3-inch infotainment screen. The S trim and up also have built-in navigation. The vehicle has wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, so you get to use your infotainment system to listen to music from your favorite phone-based streaming services. You can also listen to audiobooks and tune in to the news.
Keep Connected
Having your car connected to your phone also lets you stay in touch with people without letting go of the steering wheel. You can make calls, listen to voicemails, and keep on top of your texts while you drive, accessing each of these features using voice commands.
Interested in enjoying a test drive in the Sorento? Pay a visit to Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC.
The Stylish 2025 Kia K5
The Kia K5 treats up to five passengers to ultra-comfortable seating, plus dual-zone auto climate control to maintain the perfect interior temperature. With its standard Smart Trunk, you just need to stand behind the trunk with your Smart Key for 3 seconds to gain hands-free access to the trunk’s 15.6 cubic feet of space. That space can also be expanded by folding the 60/40 split rear seat.
Three of the K5’s four trim levels come with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine for 191 horsepower and EPA-estimated 30 MPG combined efficiency. One of these trims, the GT-Line, is also available with all-wheel drive for greater cold-weather capability. The GT is the K5’s high-performance trim level, featuring a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that creates 290 horsepower and goes from 0 to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. The GT also comes with larger brakes and a sport-tuned suspension for added control.
What’s New This Year
The K5’s standard engine is new for 2025, with an increase of 11 horsepower over last year’s model. This model year also brings plenty of design enhancements to the K5’s exterior, like its new Star Map LED Daytime Running Lights and front fascia.
Some of the K5’s previously optional driver assistance technologies become standard for 2025, like Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, which makes highway driving more convenient. There are also some optional driver assistance features that are offered for the first time this year, including a Blind View Monitor that displays a live view of your blind spot when you activate the turn signal.
Tech and Convenience
With standard wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, the K5 seamlessly displays your smartphone’s apps on its 12.3-inch touchscreen display. Located at the center of the dashboard, this screen makes it easy to adjust vehicle settings or switch between SiriusXM radio and your phone’s music. The K5 also makes device charging easy with up to five USB-C ports and available wireless charging.
If you’ve ever waited for your car to warm up in the cold or forgotten where you parked in a crowded parking lot, you’ll appreciate Kia Connect. Included free for 3 years, Kia Connect lets you use your smartphone to remotely start your K5’s engine, lock the doors, and find your vehicle on a map. This service also includes safety and security features like 911 Connect and Stolen Vehicle Recovery.
If you’re ready to add style and excitement to your daily commutes and weekend excursions, call or visit us at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC, to schedule your K5 test drive today.
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Hybrid Powertrain Specifications
Both trims in this year’s Sorento Plug-in Hybrid lineup proudly house a full parallel hybrid system, powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an AC synchronous permanent-magnet electric motor. The Sorento Hybrid’s double overhead-camshaft valvetrain includes four valves per cylinder, and the internal-combustion engine features continuously variable valve timing. Shifting is effortless thanks to the standard rotary-dial shifter, and Drive Mode Select offers Eco, Comfort, Smart, Sport, and Snow modes.
The gas engine produces 177 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, while the electric motor generates 91 horsepower and 224 lb-ft of torque, combining for a total of 261 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. Both models are equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive with a center-locking differential and torque vectoring, granting the Kia superior road grip and optimal handling across various terrains.
The 2025 Sorento Hybrid’s Futuristic Technology
Stability and Traction Programs
The Kia Sorento Hybrid’s anti-lock braking system (ABS) features four-wheel disc brakes, and the onboard Vehicle Stability Management program helps maintain the SUV’s intended direction during low-traction or emergency maneuvers. Electronic Stability Control comes standard on both trims, monitoring driving conditions and selectively braking individual wheels to optimize stability.
With Hill-Start Assist Control and Downhill Brake Control, your Kia boasts ample stability and control, whether you’re ascending or descending a slope. Hill-Start Assist Control prevents rollback when the SUV is stopped on a hill by keeping the brakes engaged for two seconds, giving you time to switch to the gas pedal. Downhill Brake Control automatically engages the Kia’s ABS to prevent uncontrolled acceleration during your descent, allowing you to focus on steering.
Safety Tech
The lineup’s Blind-Spot Collision system includes an additional feature that helps you safely exit your Kia from a parallel parking spot. The Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist features junction turning detection for oncoming vehicles at intersections, as well as cyclist and pedestrian detection. The SX Prestige trim’s Forward Collision system also includes detection for direct oncoming, lane-change oncoming, lane-change side, and evasive steering assist, offering comprehensive safety in all driving situations.
Both trims come standard with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Park Distance Warning software for the front and rear, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping and Following Assists, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, and Safe Exit Assist.
This year’s Sorento Hybrid provides an ideal opportunity to embrace hybrid driving and contribute to a planet-friendly future. To learn more about Kia’s newest hybrid SUV, send us a message here at Keffer Kia in Mooresville, NC with all your questions.
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