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Drivers find the used car loan they need to purchase a pre-owned vehicle in Batesville, AR at Mark Martin Kia

Used Car Loan in Batesville, AR 

When you begin shopping for a new car, truck, crossover, or SUV, you’ll have a lot to think about. From deciding which vehicle is right for your specific driving needs to knowing how much you can afford to spend on the vehicle you want to buy, you have many decisions to make. The key to getting behind the wheel of a vehicle you can afford is to figure out how much you can pay. Whether you want to pay for it all at once or want to take out a used car loan in Batesville, AR and have a monthly payment, we at Mark Martin Kia will help you every step of the way. Keep reading to learn more about how you can apply for and get a used car loan in Batesville, AR from Mark Martin Kia

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front quarter view of the 2022 Kia Carnival MPV

2022 Kia Carnival MPV impresses shoppers with a spacious interior that offers increased passenger and cargo space

2022 Kia Carnival MPV Passenger and Cargo Space 

The new 2022 Kia Carnival MPV is a bold and versatile vehicle that can give your family all the qualities they’re looking for on the road. With an affordable price tag, a long list of technology and comfort features to choose from and impressive safety protection, the 2022 Kia Carnival MPV in Batesville, AR is an easy pick. The 2022 Kia Carnival MPV also offers a spacious interior that gives you the passenger and cargo space you need every day. Keep reading to learn more about the new 2022 Kia Carnival MPV at Mark Martin Kia to see if has what you’re looking for in a new family vehicle

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side view of the 2022 Kia Sportage

2022 Kia Sportage Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Is the 2022 Kia Sportage Reliable?

Are you looking for a reliable vehicle to drive around the streets of Batesville, AR? If so, you have come to the right place! The 2022 model of the Kia Sportage is arguably one of the most reliable vehicles in the automotive industry. Kia built the 2022 Sportage for all the adventurous people out there. With an athletic exterior and a stylish interior, it is already loved by many prospective buyers at our dealership, Mark Martin Kia.

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front quarter view of the 2021 Kia Soul

How Many Colors Does the 2021 Kia Soul Come in?

2021 Kia Soul Exterior Color Options

If it’s a sporty but ruggedly handsome crossover that you’re looking for, the 2021 Kia Soul is here for you! With LED headlamps, 18-inch alloy wheels and a textured exterior, it is a treat to watch. However, what really sets it apart are its unique and spunky color options. Are you interested in learning all about the 2021 Kia Soul exterior color options? At Mark Martin Kia at Batesville, AR, we list them out for you right here!

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front view of the 2021 Kia Soul

How Safe Is the 2021 Kia Soul?

Safety Technology on the 2021 Kia Soul

If it’s a delightful blend of comfort, style, performance, and safety that you’re looking for, look no further than the 2021 Kia Soul. With a 10.25-inch HD Touchscreen, wireless charging, integration with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and compatible smartphone access, the 2021 Kia Soul boasts great technology and connectivity features. Moreover, it’s a crossover for your growing family. But we know what you’re wondering. How do the safety specs of the 2021 Kia Soul measure up? At Mark Martin Kia in Batesville, AR, we give you an overview of the safety technology on the 2021 Kia Soul to answer your question.

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front view of three Kia Sorento

KIA’s power to surprise.

Kia uses the phrase “The power to surprise”. This phrase has continued to push the Kia brand to the top over the last 8 years as it continues to evolve, improve, and add to its lineup. Saad Chehab, vice president, marketing communications, Kia Motors America said “We’ve spent the last 10-plus years quietly improving our vehicles by hiring the best designers, engineers and assembly line workers. In other words, ‘Giving It Eveything’. The all new 2020 Kia Telluride is yet another step and the largest vehicle for the brand as they take another step up the ladder. Telluride production beigns

Kia is not slowing down. The 2019 Kia lineup includes an all new design Forte, a refreshed Optima, Sorento, and Sedona.
Also the 2019 models continue to see more safety technology features as standard equipment. The Kia line has importantly impressed the auto industry and thrilled drivers. The list of wins for 2019 Kia vehicles reflects the dedication to quality vehicles that will continue to surprise shoppers.
Follow this link to see all of the news; Kia Media

Kia had eight vehicles included in the 2019 IIHS awards, making it one of the top three brands with the tougher IIHS requirements. The press article reads… “The number of awards is especially impressive in light of the new testing standards implemented by IIHS this year. ” Kia IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus models include:
2019 Forte
2019 Niro and Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV)
2019 Optima
2019 Sorento
2019 Rio sedan
2019 Rio 5-door
2019 Soul
2019 Cadenza
Read about the new IIHS standards…
IIHS AWARD

Once again, Kia Motors is the highest ranked mass market brand in J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study for 2019 marking the fourth consecutive year!
J.D. Powers IQS Award

The Rio and Soul have been named 2019 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy Award Winners.
Consumer Guide Best Buy Award
For an award winning experience we invite you to visit Mark Martin Kia.

front quarter view of the 2019 Kia Sorento in snow

KIA AMONG TOP THREE BRANDS 2019 IIHS AWARDS

2019 Optima SX

IRVINE, Calif., December 21, 2018 — Kia Motors America (KMA) is proud to announce that a total of eight Kia models were included in the 2019 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Awards, making it one of the top three brands to rack up the most safety awards following tougher IIHS requirements for 2019. The all-new 2019 Forte, which just went on-sale this past summer, is one of the five models to earn a Top Safety Pick Plus award – the IIHS’s highest designation possible – when equipped with front crash prevention and specific headlights.

Orth Hedrick, Director of Car Planning and Telematics for KMA said “We are honored to receive so many IIHS saftety awards across our lineup, especially considering these designations are much harder to achieve in 2019.”

Vehicles are now required to earn a “Good” rating in the passenger-side small overlap test versus an “Acceptable” or “Good” rating for the 2018 award. The test also requires a vehicle earn “Good” ratings in all other crashworthiness tests and a an “Advanced” or “Superior” rating for front crash prevention, as well as a “Good” rating in headlight testing.

Kia IIHS Top Safety Pick modles are the 2019 Forte, 2019 Niro, 2019 Niro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), 2019 Optima, and 2019 Sorento when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlight.
The 2019 Rio, 2019 Soul, and 2019 Cadenza were top safety pick models for the passenger-side test when equipped with optional front crash prevention and specific headlights.

Andy Freels, President of Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. said that “Safety is a top priority for our vehicles.

Click for more information on the IIHS 2019 report

rear view of the 2019 Kia Sportage parked near a valley

Tailgate Time

One of the things many folks enjoy about fall football is tailgate parties before the game.   Many people admit that they go to tailgate with friends and may not even attend the game.   Several Kia models are great for “tailgating”.    Kia Sorento, Kia SedonaKia Sportage, Kia Soul, all offer great spaces for your tailgate gear and storage.   Since the Kia vehicles all have a liftgate instead of a tailgate, you actually have cover for your items and deeper space to really pack all of your tailgate supplies.

Some folks have gotten creative and are using the styrofoam organizer located in the rear compartment as a serving tray. They use the divided area of the compartment for different foods and some even put ice in a compartment to cool their drinks.

The main ingredient in any tailgate event is time together with friends.   When it comes to tailgate time, you can be as creative or simple as you want to be.   Some enjoy bringing all of the fixins to grille out and prepare a meal while others are good with sandwiches, dips, and chips.

Whatever you do, we encourage you to get out there and enjoy all of the fall outings in your community.  Football is a great way to get together with friends and support your team.  It offers many different types of activities for kids and teaches them lessons in competition, sportsmanship, and brings out new talents in some.   Supporting our children in their endeavors will encourage them and help them grow.   Marching bands, cheer squads, and drill teams all offer ways for our kids to step out of their comfort zones and participate.   There is nothing wrong with being a spectator.

Remember, being involved is great and getting there is half of the fun.  We invite you to get there in a Kia.

a car driving away in fall

Fall begins at Mark Martin Kia

Back to school signals the unofficial beginning of fall.  The Fall season brings beautiful colors, crisp air, and lots of outings and time for families.   There is nothing more important than family and family time.   Mark Martin Kia id proud to bring have vehicles for all of your transportation needs.  If you have not driven a Kia, then this is a great time to have a look.  We think you will “fall” in love with the new Kia.  The 2019 model Kia vehicles are arriving and Kia is offering the best incentive plans of the model year on the remaining 2018 models.  There are more reasons than incentives.   Kia was named the #1 non-premium brand for initial quality for 2018 by J.D Powers.   Initial quality is measured by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100) during the first 90 days of ownership, with a lower score reflecting higher quality.  This is the the 3rd year in a row that Kia has been rated the #1 non-premium brand by J.D. Powers initial quality study.  In 2017 Kia was named the #1 quality brand over all brands.   Also Kia vehicles have one the best new vehicle warranty of any brand.

You will often hear us say…”Getting there is have of the fun”.   We spend a lot of time commuting to places and events.  The Kia models are equipped with all of the latest technology features to make your drive enjoyable, safe, and entertaining.   If your vehicle is 3 or 4 years old, then you should see and experience all of the technology changes that are available on to today’s new automobiles.   They have become extensions of our living room.   Matching our customers with the right vehicle is something we take seriously at Mark Martin Kia.   We will take the time to listen to your wants and needs.  Then we will spend the time making sure you find the right vehicle.   After you have decided on the right vehicle, we will use your time wisely and teach you how to operate all of the features.   We will also invite you to drop by at your convenience or contact us any time to answer questions or for additional training.  We invite you to join the Mark Martin Kia family.