KIA SPORTAGE WINS USED CAR OF THE YEAR IN 2017 DIESEL CAR AWARDS

KIA SPORTAGE WINS USED CAR OF THE YEAR IN 2017 DIESEL CAR AWARDS

Third generation Kia Sportage wins used car of the year and best used crossover in prestigious Diesel Car Awards

Sportage impressed judges with its timeless design, practicality and generous equipment levels
Kia’s seven year warranty and award winning approved used car scheme also contributed to the victory

This beautiful 3rd Generation Sportage is currently for sale at Drayton Motors

Less than a year after the all-new, fourth generation Kia Sportage was launched and quickly won the 2016 Diesel Car Car of the Year award, the third generation version of this hugely successful SUV has won another prestigious accolade, the 2017 Diesel Car Used Car of the Year award.

The third generation Sportage which was on sale from 2010 to 2016 was a hugely important car for the brand, boosting sales and changing perceptions of customers around the world. In the UK it sold nearly 91,000 units in total, with its final sales year being its most successful.

Much like the current Sportage, the third generation model provided customers with excellent levels of specification across the entire range, striking and distinctive design, a significant level of space, thoughtful practicality, excellent reliability and serious peace of mind, due to the brand’s industry leading seven year warranty. It’s these collective attributes which impressed Diesel Car judges enough to place the Kia Sportage ahead of its worthy second hand car rivals. 

Beating more premium rivals, the Sportage also won Best Used Crossover in the awards, due to its frugal 1.7 turbo diesel engine option, engaging handling and highly competitive residual values.

Ian Robertson, Editor and Publisher of Diesel Car Magazine commented on the victory, “The Kia Sportage was a very worthy winner of this years’ used car awards. It has a hugely likeable persona, is great to drive, delivers plenty of space and generous equipment levels, plus it comes with excellent manufacturer benefits such as Kia’s seven year warranty and excellent used car scheme. The Sportage is as good as it gets as a used car buy!”

Paul Philpott, President and Chief Executive of Kia Motors (UK) Limited on receiving the award, “This award means a huge amount to us at Kia, the third generation Sportage was the most significant car in Kia’s recent history. It changed consumer perceptions; it gave us sales success and provided our dealers with a landmark model to develop their business with. We’re incredibly proud to receive this award and honoured to have been recognised at the highest level.”

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LOCAL KIA DEALER DRAYTON MOTORS EXCELS, WINNING THE KIA CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD

LOCAL KIA DEALER DRAYTON MOTORS EXCELS, WINNING THE KIA CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD 

• Drayton Motors in Swineshead, Boston is awarded the Kia Customer Experience Award
• Award recognises excellent customer overall satisfaction amongst customers from the Lincolnshire (and beyond!) area 

Drayton Motors is celebrating its success, having won the Kia Customer Experience Award. Hamish McCowan, Kia Motors UK's Aftersales Director will personally visit Drayton Motors to congratulate them on the dealership’s outstanding performance in customer experience. 

Darren Bradford, General Manager at Drayton Motors, commented on winning the award, “We had an excellent 2016 and we have some great products from the Kia range which the people of Lincolnshire just loved. We care about what we do, and we enjoy what we do and that is what comes across when we meet our customers in our local area. We pride ourselves on customer experience so to win this award means a lot, 2017 is looking bright for Drayton Motors and we’re very excited for the year ahead.” 

Hamish McCowan, Kia Motors UK commented; “2016 was a show-stopping year and it wouldn’t have been as successful if it wasn’t for the hard work all of the dealers across the UK. As a brand we pride ourselves on not only achieving high sales, but also giving each and every one of our customers the care and support they need, and we’re extremely proud of dealerships that achieved excellent results in 2016, so congratulations Drayton Motors” 

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Naturally we're very please with the award, which wouldn't be possible without such fantastic customers! Thank you very much on behalf of all at Drayton Motors.

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Snow is on the way? You can never be too careful...

Windscreen scraper and snow brush

A long-handled ice scraper with a soft-bristled brush will ease the challenge of keeping windows clear and free of ice and snow. Don't forget to clear the lights and mirrors as well.

Snow is coming, apparently...

Food and water

In the event you get stranded it's important to keep hydrated. Plastic bottles make it easy to keep water on-board and they won't break if the water freezes. It's always a good idea to have some protein or energy bars in the vehicle, to keep your energy up if you should become stranded. Water can also help if you run out of screenwash - which you could also carry in your boot.

Outdoor clothing and footwear

We tend to dress for the destination or for the warm interior of the vehicle. But it's a good idea to always bring clothing for each occupant that will keep them warm outside for an extended period, just in case. Don't forget the gloves and footwear. Hand warmers that fit in gloves or boots can help keep fingers and toes comfy.

First-aid kit

Whatever the season, it's always a good idea to keep a first-aid kit handy.

Torch

Be sure to have spare batteries as well, as they can go dead quickly in the cold. Or opt for a light you can wind up to energize or one that plugs into the vehicle's auxiliary output (formerly cigarette lighter).

Traction aid

Sometimes it takes just a little extra traction to get unstuck. Carrying some sand or grit to throw under the tires can help but metal cleats you can slide under the tires are a more effective tool. They fold up for easy storage.

Shovel

Sometimes there's no alternative but to shovel if you get stuck. The shovel doesn't have to be big. Some folding models can be quite effective and are easily stowed.

Tow rope

A tow rope with hooks on either end can save waiting for a rescue vehicle if a good Samaritan offers a hand. Most vehicles have tie-down points for shipping that also serve as points for attaching a tow strap. Towing is difficult so only use as a last resort.

Jump leads

If the engine won't start because the battery is dead or depleted, jumper cables can solve the problem – if you can find someone with another vehicle willing to help.

Flares, reflectors or warning lamps

If you should become stuck or stranded, it's important to let others know you're there, both to keep from being hit and to serve as a locator.

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NEWS: ANOTHER RECORD YEAR SEES KIA TRIPLE SALES IN JUST EIGHT YEARS

Here at Drayton Motors we're proud of the amazing cars we sell- and clearly Kia's style, reliability and choice is winning the hearts and minds of the UK's car driving public:

• Kia records best-ever 89,364 sales in 2016
• Kia out-performs new car market with near 14 per cent growth
• Sportage continues to lead demand
• New Niro and Optima Sportswagon make positive starts

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Kia Motors (UK) Limited set yet another new record in 2016 with sales for the year totalling 89,363 a 13.8 per cent growth compared to 2015’s record total of 78,489.

With Sportage, Picanto, cee’d, Rio and Venga continuing to lead Kia’s performance table the brand saw its sales split almost equally between retail and fleet. Private customers accounted for 49 per cent of the total – a much stronger performance than the overall market where fleet sales take 57.4 per cent with private customers representing just 38 per cent of sales.

Launched during the second half of the year Kia’s new hybrid SUV – the Kia Niro – and its Optima Sportswagon both contributed positively with the Sportswagon helping Optima sales double and Niro establishing itself well amongst both retail and fleet customers.

Paul Philpott, President and Chief Executive said: “The new car market has done well in 2016 – growing overall by two per cent, but I am proud and excited that we have delivered 14 per cent growth in what has been a very competitive market.

“Our dedicated and enthusiastic 187-strong dealer network along with attractive new products such as the latest Sportage, Niro and Optima Sportswagon continue to win new customers for the brand. And we have even more new product to come in 2017 – so although the market is expected to decline by around five per cent, I believe we are well-placed to continue our growth pattern towards our stated aim of 100,000 cars per year,” he added.

A big thanks to all the customers of Drayton Motors for playing their part!

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NEWS: KIA RELEASES FIRST IMAGES OF ALL-NEW PICANTO

KIA RELEASES FIRST IMAGES OF ALL-NEW PICANTO

• Kia reveals youthful and energetic design of all-new Picanto
• More assertive stance in a compact A-segment package
• Global debut at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show

Kia Motors has today released images of the all-new Picanto, the third-generation of one of Kia’s global best-selling cars.

All-New Kia Picanto

Created by Kia’s design centres in Namyang, Korea and Frankfurt, Germany, the new Picanto brings a youthful and energetic character. The all-new model – revealed in Kia’s sports-inspired ‘GT-Line’ specification – conveys a more assertive stance through bolder body lines and subtly sculpted surfaces. A 15 mm-longer wheelbase (2,385 mm to 2,400 mm) also pushes the wheels further out into each corner for a more confident appearance. The Picanto’s colour palette is more vibrant than ever, with a range of bold paint colours designed to make the car stand out.

Inside, Picanto’s suite of high-tech comfort, convenience and safety features is underscored by a modern and refined new cabin design. At the heart of the cabin is a new ‘floating’ touchscreen infotainment system, making the latest in-car technology available to occupants.

Buyers of the all-new Picanto will enjoy smarter packaging efficiency than ever before, with more cabin and cargo space than rivals in the segment. In spite of its extended wheelbase, the Picanto retains its characteristically compact dimensions. With a shorter front overhang and longer rear overhang, the all-new model is the same length (3,595 mm) as the car it replaces.

Kia will reveal the all-new Picanto in public for the first time at the 2017 Geneva International Motor Show in March.

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