Jetour is the top PHEV brand while Toyota dominates HEV sales
This is now Kia’s most affordable electric vehicle in its local lineup
Kia Philippines is expanding its electrified lineup further this year. The Korean carmaker has now launched the all-new EV5 at the 2026 Manila International Show. The EV5 joins the Kia stable as the brand's most affordable electric vehicle. It comes
Locking in a full decade of exclusivity since first acquiring rights in 2018
ACMobility has officially extended its exclusive distributorship rights of Kia vehicles through its subsidiary Kia Philippines. The extension agreement was signed earlier this month on March 18 in Seoul, South Korea, alongside dealer principals and bank partners.This comes after a breakout
by Angelo Nieto
The hybrid Sorento is also on offer with up to P200k in discounts
Kia Philippines is currently holding price reductions on select variants of the diesel Carnival and the hybrid Sorento. So, while we wait for the all-new fully electric EV5 to make its local debut, buyers have more familiar-and now, discounted-options
Available in two variant-exclusive paint jobs
Kia Philippines is giving its top seller a bit of a makeover: This is the Kia Sonet K-Style Edition, limited to just 150 units and going for P1,158,000 each. This puts it between the top-spec SX variant (P1,
It’s currently on display at the Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit this weekend
Kia Philippines brought out the new EV5 compact crossover at the 2025 Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit (PEVS), and confirmed its official release for sometime in the first quarter of 2026. The EV5 may enter the local market as the most affordable electric
Kia’s EV lineup grows even bigger
After making its first appearance in 2023, the Kia EV5 has finally received its official global launch. It's slated to enter its home market of South Korea first, and then make its way to Europe in the coming months. Kia also
by Billy Caluag
Between a rock and a hard place
Kia has been on a roll lately. The Sonet has been a smash hit for the company, and we've had nothing but good words to say about the hybrid versions of the Carnival and Sorento. There's also the EV9 that'
Joining its diesel- and gas-powered stablemates
The hybrid Kia Carnival has received top marks from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). Notably, this is the third five-star rating for the Carnival nameplate, as its diesel- and gasoline-powered versions received their perfect scores back in 2021.
by Billy Caluag
More proof that budget small crossovers are the key to sales
Kia recently released its sales figures for the first half of 2025. So far, it's been a good year for them, selling 4,195 units in the first six months of the year. It represents a whopping 71% increase over last
Is the base Sorento variant a bargain or a bummer?
Kia was one of the first major carmakers in the Philippine market to introduce a bona fide electric vehicle in the EV6. But it wasn't only until recently that the Korean brand finally brought in its hybrids: the electrified versions of
The Korean carmaker’s showcase heads to SM Mall of Asia this month
These days, Kia buyers in the country are spoiled for choice. Yes, the Korean carmaker's ever-growing lineup means there's a beautifully designed and feature-packed model for every budget and need, but apart from that, the Kia Movement makes
Premium hybrid EV for a big family
For a family that has outgrown its midsize SUV, the vehicle upgrade path leads to a minivan. Or an SUV with a third row of seats. How about something that's a little more upscale? Or with a hybrid drivetrain, perhaps?The
Happening at Ayala Malls Solenad
After a successful run in Manila, the Kia Movement heads south this weekend to Ayala Malls Solenad. Nestled in the foothills of Tagaytay, surrounded by verdant greenery, it's the perfect venue to showcase Kia's green technology lineup, ranging from the
Blue thunder
We've driven quite a few Korean EVs over the past two years, and they've all been excellent. Their shared Hyundai-Kia Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) gives them great refinement, agile handling, and surprisingly good interior space for their
by Niky Tamayo
The perfect American minivan
The original Kia Carnival sold itself as a cheap alternative to the common minivan, but it didn't stay mini for long. The following one was 90mm wider and 250mm longer. It also boasted a more powerful 190hp 2.9-liter diesel,
by Niky Tamayo
Congratulations!
Kia Philippines is in full celebration as the maiden batch of the Kia Technician's Boot Camp (KTBC) has officially earned their stripes. The boot camp was launched in September 2024 as a way to further develop Kia technicians and open up
You wouldn’t want to miss the electrifying deals and exciting test drives
Kia has come a long way in the past 40 years. Once an upstart carmaker selling affordable economy cars and commuter vans, it has blossomed into a global automotive giant, selling everything from turbocharged sports sedans to electric SUVs.Kia Philippines, in
It deserves your attention
I still remember the gasps when the prices for the new Kia Sorento Hybrid were revealed. The range kicked off at under P2.2-M, and topping out at less than P3-M. For a car its size and features, it looked
Kia Alabang and Kia Kawit also got special recognitions
Kia Philippines recently held its Dealer of the Year Awards for the effort and accomplishments of its dealer network in 2024. Last year turned out to be a big one for the Korean carmaker, as the Philippine market saw the introduction of
by Billy Caluag
Why buy the diesel?
We'll admit that we're big fans of the Kia Carnival. Aside from being immensely spacious, it offers a wonderful riding experience, and great practicality. It's even pleasant to drive, if we're being honest.Our favorite would have to
