Kia is one of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, and it grows into that position in multiple stages. When Kia is founded in May 1944 as Kyungsung Precision Industry, it starts out making steel pipes and bicycle components. The company also becomes a manufacturer of motorbikes and eventually automobiles. After suffering losses from the Asian financial crisis, Kia stabilizes itself with the help of Hyundai Motor Company, which acquires 51% of the company in 1998.Today, many used vehicle shoppers choose Kia vehicles due to the value they deliver in terms of feature content. They also appreciate the well packaged and spacious interior of the vehicles and the current popularity of SUVs like the Sportage, Sorento, Telluride, Soul, and K5 and Forte.When selling a used Kia vehicle, demand for the vehicle is frequently based on having a clean title, complete service records, and trim levels with modern driver assistance and infotainment technology. The long factory warranty that Kia offers, as well as Certified Pre Owned coverage on specific models, can also increase buyer confidence, especially for budget conscious shoppers.Kia’s extensive dealer network also supports second owners who are looking for parts and service access, as this is an important concern when considering maintenance turnaround times and ownership costs. Additionally, Kia vehicle pricing is substantively competitive against vehicles in the same segment of the market, which should help move well kept used examples of its vehicles.

Take a moment to check out some of Kia’s statistics:

• Kia’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty in the United States includes a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile basic limited warranty. Coverage terms vary by owner and/or component. (Kia)
• Kelley Blue Book reports that the 2024 Kia Telluride loses approximately $10,585, or 28 percent, of its market value over the past two years. This means the current resale value of a 2024 Kia Telluride is approximately $27,000, depending on equipment level, mileage, and condition. (Kelley Blue Book)
• Kia states that the MSRP for the 2025 Telluride starts at $36,190 for the LX FWD trim level, excluding destination charges. Kia also says the X-Pro AWD trim offers a standard increased towing capacity of up to 5,500 pounds, up from the previous 5,000 pounds. (Kia)
• According to the EPA website FuelEconomy.gov, the fuel efficiency of the 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid with front-wheel drive is 43 mpg combined (42 mpg city and 44 mpg highway). The all-wheel-drive version of the Kia Sportage Hybrid is rated at 38 mpg combined (38 mpg city and 38 mpg highway). (EPA)
• The IIHS lists the 2025 Kia Telluride as a TOP SAFETY PICK+ winner for 2025. These awards are criteria-year specific and can change as IIHS updates its award requirements. (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
• NHTSA recall number 26V105 affects 85,448 2025 Telluride vehicles equipped with a power front seat. Faulty manufacturing of the front seatback recliner can compromise an occupant’s ability to be properly restrained in certain rear-impact collisions. (NHTSA)
• With a production capacity of more than 350,000 vehicles per year, Kia Georgia in the United States has a 2,200-acre footprint developed with an investment of $3.2 billion. (Kia Georgia)
• Kia publishes its 2024 financial results, which show revenue of KRW 107.45 trillion (approximately $74.6 billion USD) and operating profit of KRW 12.67 trillion (approximately $8.80 billion USD). (Kia)
• According to Kia’s published 2030 strategy, its target is sales of 1.6 million electric vehicles in 2030. This goal is subject to change due to market and policy conditions. (Hyundai Motor Group)

Popular Kia Vehicles Wanted

We purchase various types of Kia vehicles, including compact cars, sedans, and crossovers, and evaluate each based on overall condition, mileage, title status, whether they have been in an accident, and any maintenance history available for the vehicle, as well as consideration of different drivetrains and configurations, and we factor in any cosmetic damage, interior issues, or mechanical repairs that may be needed before we evaluate the vehicle.We also purchase nonrunning, collision damaged, high mileage, storm damaged, or general wear and tear vehicles, including vehicles with salvage or branded titles and without keys. We are ready to make top-dollar offers on any of the following Kia vehicle models.