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Kia PV5 Passenger (2026)
Oct 2025 - International First Drive Review
The electric Kia PV5 Passenger may be aimed at business users, but it could be a hit with families seeking an alternative to an SUV.
The electric Kia PV5 Passenger may be aimed at business users, but it could be a hit with families seeking an alternative to an SUV.
Kia EV4 (2026)
Sep 2025 - International First Drive Review
The Kia EV4 Hatchback is larger than most rivals, and it eclipses them in other areas too. But how affordable will it be?
The Kia EV4 Hatchback is larger than most rivals, and it eclipses them in other areas too. But how affordable will it be?
Kia EV6 GT (2025)
Jun 2025 - International First Drive Review
Power and chassis updates aim to make the Kia EV6 GT a sharp-driving tool. Is it?
Power and chassis updates aim to make the Kia EV6 GT a sharp-driving tool. Is it?
Kia EV3 GT-Line Long Range (2025)
Jan 2025 - Irish Review
The Kia EV3 ticks all the boxes for a positive electric car ownership experience.
The Kia EV3 ticks all the boxes for a positive electric car ownership experience.
Kia EV3 GT-Line Long Range (2025)
Nov 2024 - International First Drive Review
Kia’s affordable new EV3 gets a seriously long-range option.
Kia’s affordable new EV3 gets a seriously long-range option.
Kia EV6 (2025)
Oct 2024 - International First Drive Review
Kia gives the EV6 electric crossover a few modest updates to keep it at the top of its game.
Kia gives the EV6 electric crossover a few modest updates to keep it at the top of its game.
Kia Sorento 1.6 PHEV AWD (2024)
Jul 2024 - International First Drive Review
The new-look Sorento continues to be offered in diesel and PHEV forms, so is the plug-in hybrid the one to go for?
The new-look Sorento continues to be offered in diesel and PHEV forms, so is the plug-in hybrid the one to go for?
Kia Picanto 1.0 manual (2024)
Jul 2024 - International First Drive Review
Can the new Kia Picanto keep fighting the good fight for tiny hatchbacks that won’t overstretch your budget?
Can the new Kia Picanto keep fighting the good fight for tiny hatchbacks that won’t overstretch your budget?
Kia Sportage Anniversary Edition PHEV (2023)
Jan 2024 - Irish Review
Kia is celebrating the Sportage's 30th anniversary with a special specification.
Kia is celebrating the Sportage's 30th anniversary with a special specification.
Kia EV9 GT-Line (2024)
Nov 2023 - International First Drive Review
The Kia EV9 lives up to its billing as flagship SUV with a versatile and spacious interior.
The Kia EV9 lives up to its billing as flagship SUV with a versatile and spacious interior.
Kia EV6 AWD (2023)
Mar 2023 - International First Drive Review
Does all-wheel drive make the non-GT Kia EV6 the choice of the electric model's line-up?
Does all-wheel drive make the non-GT Kia EV6 the choice of the electric model's line-up?
Kia XCeed plug-in hybrid (2023)
Oct 2022 - International First Drive Review
Kia has revamped the XCeed hybrid for 2023 with a lightly refreshed design inside and out.
Kia has revamped the XCeed hybrid for 2023 with a lightly refreshed design inside and out.
Kia EV6 GT (2022)
Oct 2022 - Irish First Drive Review
The Kia EV6 GT is a 585hp electric car that defies pigeonholing.
The Kia EV6 GT is a 585hp electric car that defies pigeonholing.
Kia Niro PHEV (2022)
Sep 2022 - Irish Review
Does Kia's new plug-in hybrid Niro make a good electric alternative?
Does Kia's new plug-in hybrid Niro make a good electric alternative?
Kia Niro EV (2022)
Jul 2022 - International First Drive Review
The Kia Niro was once among the best electric cars on the market, so can the new model keep the compact SUV at the top of the class?
The Kia Niro was once among the best electric cars on the market, so can the new model keep the compact SUV at the top of the class?
Kia Niro HEV (2022)
Jul 2022 - International First Drive Review
The standard hybrid version of Kia's popular family car is here, but does it make more sense than its plug-in siblings?
The standard hybrid version of Kia's popular family car is here, but does it make more sense than its plug-in siblings?
Kia Niro PHEV (2022)
Jul 2022 - International First Drive Review
Kia's new Niro is available in hybrid and electric form, but does the middle-ground Plug-In Hybrid make the most sense?
Kia's new Niro is available in hybrid and electric form, but does the middle-ground Plug-In Hybrid make the most sense?
Kia Sportage HEV hybrid (2022)
May 2022 - Irish Review
The popular Kia Sportage can be had with hybrid power for the first time.
The popular Kia Sportage can be had with hybrid power for the first time.
Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid (2022)
Apr 2022 - International First Drive Review
Plug-in hybrid Sportage is another solid contender in the family SUV market, but is that enough?
Plug-in hybrid Sportage is another solid contender in the family SUV market, but is that enough?
Kia Sportage 1.6 diesel GT-line (2022)
Feb 2022 - Irish First Drive Review
Kia has a dramatic-looking new Sportage, but can it make a big splash in the family SUV market?
Kia has a dramatic-looking new Sportage, but can it make a big splash in the family SUV market?
Kia EV6 GT-Line (2022)
Nov 2021 - Irish Review
Kia's striking, large, long-range EV6 electric car arrives in Ireland. What's it like?
Kia's striking, large, long-range EV6 electric car arrives in Ireland. What's it like?
Kia EV6 GT-Line (2022)
Oct 2021 - International First Drive Review
With vast interior space, outstanding performance and striking looks, the Kia EV6 is one of the most complete EVs on sale.
With vast interior space, outstanding performance and striking looks, the Kia EV6 is one of the most complete EVs on sale.
Kia Sorento PHEV hybrid (2021)
Apr 2021 - Irish Review
Kia's seven-seat SUV is now available with plug-in hybrid power. Is this the best Sorento?
Kia's seven-seat SUV is now available with plug-in hybrid power. Is this the best Sorento?
Kia Sorento 2.2 diesel (2020)
Oct 2020 - Irish First Drive Review
The all-new Kia Sorento has arrived in Ireland - and it's more luxurious than ever.
The all-new Kia Sorento has arrived in Ireland - and it's more luxurious than ever.
Kia XCeed plug-in hybrid (2020)
Sep 2020 - Irish Review
The attractive Kia XCeed crossover now comes in plug-in hybrid guise; we’ve driven it.
The attractive Kia XCeed crossover now comes in plug-in hybrid guise; we’ve driven it.
Kia e-Niro 64kWh (2019)
Jun 2020 - Irish Review
The Kia e-Niro is one of the very best electric cars on sale in Ireland right now, at any price.
The Kia e-Niro is one of the very best electric cars on sale in Ireland right now, at any price.
Kia XCeed 1.6 CRDi diesel (2020)
Nov 2019 - Irish Review
Kia’s XCeed is the answer to a question no-one asked. But could it be the right answer for your lifestyle?
Kia’s XCeed is the answer to a question no-one asked. But could it be the right answer for your lifestyle?
Kia XCeed 1.6 CRDi diesel (2020)
Sep 2019 - International First Drive Review
The new Kia XCeed shows how compact crossovers should be done.
The new Kia XCeed shows how compact crossovers should be done.
Kia e-Soul (2019)
Sep 2019 - Irish Review
Kia's second all-electric crossover is the quirky looking but very likeable e-Soul.
Kia's second all-electric crossover is the quirky looking but very likeable e-Soul.
Kia Sportage 1.6 CRDi diesel GT Line (2018)
Feb 2019 - Irish Review
Kia updates the big-selling Sportage, but can it compete with a glut of new rivals?
Kia updates the big-selling Sportage, but can it compete with a glut of new rivals?
Kia Proceed 1.4 petrol (2019)
Jan 2019 - Irish Review
The new-for-2019 Kia Proceed takes some explaining, but is an appealing alternative all the same.
The new-for-2019 Kia Proceed takes some explaining, but is an appealing alternative all the same.
Kia e-Niro 64kWh (2019)
Dec 2018 - International First Drive Review
Is Kia’s 455km all-electric e-Niro the car to open the electric motoring floodgates?
Is Kia’s 455km all-electric e-Niro the car to open the electric motoring floodgates?
Kia Ceed Sportswagon 1.0 petrol (2018)
Oct 2018 - Irish First Drive Review
Kia's new Ceed SW estate packs a big boot into a compact body, at a decent price.
Kia's new Ceed SW estate packs a big boot into a compact body, at a decent price.
Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI
Aug 2018 - Irish Review
The third-generation Kia Ceed has arrived in Ireland; can it take the fight to the Focus and Golf?
The third-generation Kia Ceed has arrived in Ireland; can it take the fight to the Focus and Golf?
Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid
Aug 2018 - Irish Review
Fancy compact crossover looks with your plug-in hybrid tech? The Kia Niro PHEV could be the answer.
Fancy compact crossover looks with your plug-in hybrid tech? The Kia Niro PHEV could be the answer.
Kia Ceed 1.6 CRDi diesel
Jun 2018 - International First Drive Review
New Kia Ceed looks sharper and matures into a more refined package.
New Kia Ceed looks sharper and matures into a more refined package.
Kia Sorento 2.2 diesel GT-Line
Mar 2018 - International First Drive Review
New looks, a sportier flagship trim and an eight-speed auto for the 2018MY Kia Sorento.
New looks, a sportier flagship trim and an eight-speed auto for the 2018MY Kia Sorento.
Kia Stonic 1.4 petrol
Jan 2018 - Irish Review
Kia’s new Stonic compact crossover features cracking exterior styling, but does the rest of the package live up to it?
Kia’s new Stonic compact crossover features cracking exterior styling, but does the rest of the package live up to it?
Kia Stinger GT V6 petrol
Nov 2017 - International First Drive Review
Kia’s first attempt at a rear-wheel-drive sports saloon hits the target almost dead-centre.
Kia’s first attempt at a rear-wheel-drive sports saloon hits the target almost dead-centre.
Kia Stonic 1.4 petrol
Sep 2017 - International First Drive Review
Kia's new small crossover looks set to repeat the sales success of the Sportage SUV.
Kia's new small crossover looks set to repeat the sales success of the Sportage SUV.
Kia Picanto
Jun 2017 - Irish Review
So what's the new Kia Picanto like without the GT line shizzle? Not bad at all...
So what's the new Kia Picanto like without the GT line shizzle? Not bad at all...
Kia Rio 1.2 petrol
Apr 2017 - Irish Review
Kia's new Rio is bigger inside than before, and looks good but the 1.2 engine is a disappointment.
Kia's new Rio is bigger inside than before, and looks good but the 1.2 engine is a disappointment.
Kia Picanto 1.0 MPI
Mar 2017 - International First Drive Review
The new Kia Picanto's chunky looks reflect a solid driving experience.
The new Kia Picanto's chunky looks reflect a solid driving experience.
Kia Niro
Mar 2017 - Irish Review
Kia takes on the Toyota Prius and hybrid C-HR with its crossover-styled Niro.
Kia takes on the Toyota Prius and hybrid C-HR with its crossover-styled Niro.
Kia Rio 1.2 petrol
Jan 2017 - International First Drive Review
New Kia Rio hatchback matures into a better all-round package.
New Kia Rio hatchback matures into a better all-round package.
Kia Optima Sportswagon
Jan 2017 - Irish Review
Are you one of the few that 'gets' estate cars in Ireland? Then you really need to check out Kia's excellent Optima SW.
Are you one of the few that 'gets' estate cars in Ireland? Then you really need to check out Kia's excellent Optima SW.
Kia Optima Sportswagon
Aug 2016 - International First Drive Review
Kia's new Optima Sportswagon really pulls off the square-jawed handsome thing, plus it's practical, useful and not at all bad to drive.
Kia's new Optima Sportswagon really pulls off the square-jawed handsome thing, plus it's practical, useful and not at all bad to drive.
Kia Optima PHEV
Aug 2016 - International First Drive Review
Plug-in hybrid drivetrain added to the Kia Optima, but will it come to Ireland?
Plug-in hybrid drivetrain added to the Kia Optima, but will it come to Ireland?
Kia Niro
May 2016 - International First Drive Review
Mild hybrid power for Kia's all-new Niro crossover.
Mild hybrid power for Kia's all-new Niro crossover.
Kia Optima
Feb 2016 - Irish Review
It looks much the same as before, but the Optima's cabin, engine and chassis have all been massively upgraded.
It looks much the same as before, but the Optima's cabin, engine and chassis have all been massively upgraded.
Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI
Feb 2016 - Irish Review
A revised Kia cee'd range features sweet new 1.0 petrol engine.
A revised Kia cee'd range features sweet new 1.0 petrol engine.
Kia Sportage
Feb 2016 - Irish Review
Kia's impressive new Sportage crossover arrives just in time to cause the Tucson a headache.
Kia's impressive new Sportage crossover arrives just in time to cause the Tucson a headache.
Kia Sportage
Jan 2016 - International First Drive Review
We get an early drive of the fourth-generation Kia Sportage in pre-production guise.
We get an early drive of the fourth-generation Kia Sportage in pre-production guise.
Kia Optima
Nov 2015 - International First Drive Review
The 2016 Kia Optima has been tailored more for European tastes, with surprising results
The 2016 Kia Optima has been tailored more for European tastes, with surprising results
Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI
Oct 2015 - Irish First Drive Review
The Kia cee'd has been subtly updated and has a new 1.0-litre petrol engine.
The Kia cee'd has been subtly updated and has a new 1.0-litre petrol engine.
Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI
Sep 2015 - International First Drive Review
Kia updates its cee'd making it an even more compelling purchase.
Kia updates its cee'd making it an even more compelling purchase.
Kia Sorento
May 2015 - Irish Review
The new Kia Sorento is a revelation. Mainstream seven-seat SUVs don't come any better.
The new Kia Sorento is a revelation. Mainstream seven-seat SUVs don't come any better.
Kia Sorento
Mar 2015 - Irish First Drive Review
Kia raises its game with the new Sorento giving rivals cause for concern.
Kia raises its game with the new Sorento giving rivals cause for concern.
Kia Sorento
Jan 2015 - International First Drive Review
Kia's Sorento takes aim at premium SUVs in its third generation. Is it a hit or a miss?
Kia's Sorento takes aim at premium SUVs in its third generation. Is it a hit or a miss?
Kia Carens
Jan 2015 - Irish Review
Seven seaters have never been more popular than right now. Can Kia's family wagon take on the big boys?
Seven seaters have never been more popular than right now. Can Kia's family wagon take on the big boys?
Kia Soul
May 2014 - Irish First Drive Review
Kia's Soul is back for another try at cracking the trendy compact SUV market.
Kia's Soul is back for another try at cracking the trendy compact SUV market.
Kia Soul
Mar 2014 - International First Drive Review
Kia overhauls its chunky B-segment crossover SUV-hatch; we end up liking it a lot.
Kia overhauls its chunky B-segment crossover SUV-hatch; we end up liking it a lot.
Kia pro_ceed GT
Jul 2013 - International First Drive Review
Kia makes its first hot hatch, and it's good. But there's bad news.
Kia makes its first hot hatch, and it's good. But there's bad news.
Kia pro_ceed
Mar 2013 - International First Drive Review
Sexier than ever, how does the new three-door Kia pro_cee'd drive?
Sexier than ever, how does the new three-door Kia pro_cee'd drive?
Kia Carens
Mar 2013 - International First Drive Review
Kia returns to the compact MPV segment with sporty looking Carens.
Kia returns to the compact MPV segment with sporty looking Carens.
Kia Sorento
Mar 2013 - Irish Review
Refresh for Kia Sorento goes deeper than it looks.
Refresh for Kia Sorento goes deeper than it looks.
Kia Optima
Jun 2012 - Irish Review
From nowhere Kia has launched the best-looking car in its class. What about the rest of it?
From nowhere Kia has launched the best-looking car in its class. What about the rest of it?
Kia ceed
Apr 2012 - International First Drive Review
As you'd hope, the new Kia cee'd is better than the car it replaces; so it's a real contender.
As you'd hope, the new Kia cee'd is better than the car it replaces; so it's a real contender.
Kia Optima
Jan 2012 - Irish Review
Can Kia take on the mighty Toyota Avensis? We think so.
Can Kia take on the mighty Toyota Avensis? We think so.
Kia Picanto
Aug 2011 - Irish Review
Kia's new Picanto is a small car with a big soul. We couldn't help but be charmed by it.
Kia's new Picanto is a small car with a big soul. We couldn't help but be charmed by it.
Kia Rio
Aug 2011 - International First Drive Review
The five-door Kia Rio more than lives up to the promises of its shapely appearance and seven-year warranty.
The five-door Kia Rio more than lives up to the promises of its shapely appearance and seven-year warranty.
Kia Picanto
Apr 2011 - International First Drive Review
Kia's new Picanto arrives this summer. And it has grown up!
Kia's new Picanto arrives this summer. And it has grown up!
Kia Sportage
Jan 2011 - Irish Review
Kia's Sportage set to worry the Qashqai
Kia's Sportage set to worry the Qashqai
Kia Sorento
Dec 2010 - Irish Review
Kia's Sorento steps up its game yet still offers great value and now, seven seats too.
Kia's Sorento steps up its game yet still offers great value and now, seven seats too.
Kia Sportage
Jul 2010 - International First Drive Review
Kia's new SUV has German-like looks and quality, but still has some way to go to match European ride and handling levels.
Kia's new SUV has German-like looks and quality, but still has some way to go to match European ride and handling levels.
