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Kia is joining many other brands by offering Satellite Navigation
Kia Sportage Platinum
Kia Sorento (SLi shown)
Kia Optima (SLi shown)
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15th March, 2012
As Kia navigates towards its target of becoming the fastest growing
mainstream brand in Australia, Sportage, Sorento and Optima buyers will have no trouble finding their way around with the
arrival of Kia Motors Australia’s very first satellite navigation system.
The sophisticated LG touch-screen system has been developed and customised over the past 12 months to provide optimum
performance for Australian users. It will come standard in Platinum grade vehicles in the three models, and is available
as an option in Sorento SLi and Sportage SLi.
“We have promised Australian buyers the best in design, engineering and technology and this exciting new step is
again proof that we make good on our promises,” Kia Motors Australia Chief Operating Officer, Tony Barlow, said.
“With the support of head office in Korea we can now deliver better supply of the cars Australian buyers are
demanding, and with some exceptional new technology.”
The LG head unit features a 6.5-inch full-colour touch screen in the Sorento and a 7-inch version in both Sportage and
Optima.
Mapping is from Navteq and the system will feature the outstanding SUNA live traffic notification software which will
not only identify any traffic delays on the entered route but also offer the option of directing the driver around the
traffic jam, accident or roadworks before putting them back on track to their destination.
“The SUNA live traffic system gives a new relevance to satellite navigation for daily commuters who will obviously
know their way to and from their regular destinations but now have the added peace of mind that there will be no
unexpected surprises on the way,” Mr Barlow said.
For the first time from any manufacturer in Australia, Kia will also offer a service, branded Mapcare, which delivers a
free map update at the 12- and 24-month anniversary of purchase. This will ensure that Kia owners are always on the pace
in fast-changing urban environments.
The system will also feature full integration with MP3 music streaming, Bluetooth phone connection including the
ability to retain phonebooks for up to eight separate users and large-screen format display of the reversing camera.
For the Platinum models the inclusion of the satellite navigation unit brings a $990 price premium taking the Sportage
to $37,710* for the petrol-fuelled model and $40,710* for the 2.0 diesel version. The Sorento will be $50,180* while
Optima remains sensational value at $37,980*. In the Sportage SLi and Sorento SLi the price for the new option is
$1,500.
Sorento and Sportage satellite navigation will be in showrooms within days while Optima is expected to be available
from mid-year.
NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory
charges (commonly known as on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are
subject to change without notice, as are the specifications.
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