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Was browsing sgcarmart, and realised that the New KIA Koup is out! I think it looks more awesome than the 1st one! http://www.sgcarmart.com/new_cars/newcars_overview.php?CarCode=11539 http://www.sgcarmart.com/new_cars/newcars_overview.php?CarCode=11539

Coming soon...

Was at the showroom at alexandra yesterday to test drive. Waited one hour to finally drive the 1.6. Overall experience quite ok with the car. Superb interior and exterior design but lacking of power as expected. Comes with red leather seats if top up additonal money. For that kind of price, I cannot believe it comes with sports rims, sun roof and 5yrs unlimited warrantly! Really good deal in my opinion. Too bad the SE told me for manual 1.6 he only left one white and one lime green only. The next shipment is next yr Jan. Any bros went yesterday also?

Hi people. My brother's car was involved with a hit and run accident with this particular Koup driver. Sjz6264k. After he banged my brother, he just drove off. We are posting on the forum, hoping someone might know this guy. We've uploaded the video onto youtube, below is the link on the accident, (Thank God my brother installed the in-car cam recorder.) So now, if the driver is reading this, please kindly step forward, pte msg me, or report to traffic police yourself. Or you could just wait for them to come knocking on your door. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQcfamUSh0I BTW, the bottom right of the video which shows the date & time is not accurate. As my brother did not set the date & time on the cam recorder. Accident took place on 11th March, between 3 - 4am. Along CTE heading to SLE.

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[shakehead] From STOMP: http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/stomp/sg..._motorists.html Posted on 02 May 2012 Drivers taunt each other after disagreement by overtaking and jamming on brakes STOMPer Jay spotted two motorists who endangered the lives of others with their reckless driving on May 1 along the BKE. They were doing this over a minor disagreement they had. Said the STOMPer: "Earlier today at 12.30pm (May1), I was driving along BKE towards Woodlands when I came across the childish and dangerous antics of two drivers. "One drove a white Honda and the other drove an orange Vios, and the incident occurred somewhere after the Bukit Panjang exit. "The driver of the white Honda Civic (XXX 8209L) car was obviously unhappy with the driver of orange VIOS (XXX 6341G), whom the former could have felt was driving too slowly on the first lane. "After he overtook the orange Vios, he began to jam brake several times. "The driver of the Orange Vios tried to overtake the white Honda but was not successful. "Watch the action at the start and end of the 1m42s clip. "The car license plate numbers are clearly visible too." Check out the car cam videos at the end.

need some advice. I wish to sell my coming to 5 year old swift 1.3 auto, bot in 2007 June for 55k, down 10k, COE abt 15k. 10 yrs loan, monthly abt 450. Now selling in sgcarmart for about S$36K. A 2009 Koup is about 75k. May I know how much do I need to topup or pay mthly and the fees incurred if I buy the koup, thanks

Hi everyone, Me being a convertible lover was just wondering, do you think that Kia should come up with a convertible? Its latest Kia Koup has an edgy and sexy design to it. With such designs, I was thinking... hmm maybe they can come up with a more contempary convertible design. What do you all think?

This morning when I was driving my car to work, I realised that the Malfunction indicator light was on. Sometimes it blink intermittently and sometimes it light up permanently. Anyone know what could be the problem? I read the manual and it says that it has something to do with my exhaust pipe and Catalytic Converter. Is this under the warranty? If not, how much to repair the malfunction? Pls advise. Thanks!

Hi Is the light bulb for Kia Forte Kia the same as the Forte? Any idea how much is 1 pair and where to get it? Thanks.

I kana one SJW Koup...... Fierce driver.... cut into my lane w/o signalling and forcing me to jam brake. Fierce man....Kia Koupers training for F1?

Hi, recently i just noticed that there are a lot of 2010 Kia Koup postings on sgcarmart. I wonder what is the reason behind it, as i was thinking of getting a Kia Koup. Pls advise me.

Shiok. KIA Koup totally no fight at all........

Swapped out the stock rims with a set of Gloss black Advan replicas, gloss black stickers on side mirrors and fuel tank cover.

But C&C missed out this one: KIA Cee'd How come? I don't mind to be a kiasi lang leh. [:p]

The 2011 Kia Optima was a head-turner at the recent New York Auto Show with its sleek lines and the corporate Kia nose, earning it the recognition as one of the best-looking cars at the show. By the looks of it, the Optima sedan will be positioned as the sportier member of the Hyundai-Kia midsize family. It

Saw a lime green KIA forte koupe zipping through AYE this morning, as if it is a big-bang sports car. My advice is, pls slow down and drive carefully. Your specs are not that terrific and if you keep driving this way, very soon you will be "taken on" by the big boys on the road. P/S: Side note, just saw the KIA forte koup advert today - $59,999 .... quite affordable siah ... even lower-priced than the past pseudo-sports car - Tuscani.

Top Gear speaks on Kia Koup , which is also know as the Genesis.....lol not sure whether they were dissing the vehicle or wat....but its seems they do not have very positive comments on the picture alone.... jeremey clarkson says "3.8 liter v6 engine and 25 min keyboard solo" jus waiting for them to drive it and their reviews on the vehicle

Looks good. Enjoy! http://www.kia-ceratokoup.com/

(SEOUL) March 21, 2008 -- Combining youthful exuberance with a sporty and sleek design, Kia Motors Corporation today debuted the KOUP concept at the 2008 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) during a press conference at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Illustrating the shape and evolution of future Kia vehicles, the simple yet bold and aggressive KOUP exterior is complemented by its realistic and sleek interior design. Originating from the Kia Motors America Design Center in Irvine, Calif., the KOUP concept embodies Kia's philosophy of "Exciting and Enabling" with its balanced proportions and fluid design set to evoke an emotional driving experience. 　　　 "The Kia KOUP concept represents the future of the Kia brand and its dynamic vehicles that speak to our core philosophies," said Tom Kearns, chief designer of Kia Motors America (KMA). "Kia strives to appeal to the emotional side of car enthusiasts who seek adventure and want to take a leap into the future with style and advanced technology, and the KOUP effectively delivers." First glance Curb appeal begins with the KOUP's balanced proportions and fluid design. From the tab-shaped and purposeful upper grille to the high-tech and pragmatic headlamps, the front fascia's form gives the vehicle a bold and aggressive stance. The KOUP features an uncomplicated yet dynamic wedge shape along its sides stemming from its glowing, carbon fiber and black chrome enhanced LED lamp lenses. While the KOUP's overall form is simple and precise, it makes a design statement with positive tension created by a "swoosh" that swoops from the C-Pillar forward, down to the A-Pillar and flares all the way back around to the rear deck lid. A trailing horizontal lip along the deck lid tapers up toward the outer ends to meet up with the swoosh from the beltline. The rocker sill has a distinctive "check mark" shape and prominent wheel flares that give the KOUP a strong, lowered stance. The short overhangs and wide stance reflect its well-balanced and responsive character. No element of high-style design is missing in the KOUP concept as illustrated by its greenhouse-integrated, panoramic-view glass with two panels extending from the windshield through the roof to the backlight, appearing as two parallel pieces of glass - similar to a fighter jet cockpit. Segregating the glass panels, an interior mood light runs the full length of the greenhouse. To further the performance-inspired appearance with sporty elegance, carbon fiber enhancements accent the KOUP's chin spoiler, lamp lenses, cowl panel, side-view mirrors, rear bumper insert and rear diffuser, while flashy twin wheel spokes include carbon fiber inserts paired with an open design to show off the Brembo® calipers and cross-drilled rotors. 　　　 Inside the cockpit Conceived artfully and with graphic precision, the KOUP's interior hones in on the desires of auto enthusiasts from the inward lean of the dashboard and Supervision instrument panel, enhancing the performance-inspired driving experience to the custom-designed, race-inspired steering wheel in front of a three-gauge instrument cluster. Carbon fiber accents on the shifter plate and seat tilt-adjust mechanism reinforce sporty performance. Audiophiles and car enthusiasts alike will take heed of eight speakers, including large rear deck speakers matched to a juke box audio system, further harmonizing the driving experience. A built-in Bluetooth-enabled navigation system with Map On Demand (MOD) is just the beginning of the telematics services, including safe driving, car maintenance and life/assistance offerings. The KOUP features a realistic interior design that integrates high-style materials, including rich and supple seat fabrics accentuated with concrete- and black-color trims. As a true driver's car, the front seats contrast the rear seats with opposing colors and patterning and horizontal, padded silicone bars occupy the seat backs for extra comfort. High-tech details are integrated into the interior, including convenient smart key with push button start, and a six-speed automatic transmission with steering column-mounted paddle shifters. Taking flight Powered by a commanding 2.0-liter Theta II turbocharged engine producing 290 horsepower paired with a GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) twin scroll turbocharger for greater power and efficiency, the KOUP delivers astonishing torque of 289 lb-ft at a low 2,000 rpm sustained to 4,000 rpm. By injecting fuel directly into the cylinder under high pressure using the Kia GDI system, the intake charge is cooled and combustion behavior is improved. Improved combustion assures excellent fuel economy and low emissions. Lower grille openings enable additional air intake for extra power. 　　　 Built on a front-wheel-drive unibody frame, coil springs and stabilizer bars complement an independent front suspension featuring MacPherson struts and an independent dual link rear suspension to provide the optimal balance of ride comfort and engine responsiveness. An engine-speed-sensitive, power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system adds the finishing touch for precise handling. In keeping with the KOUP's sporty essence, Continuous Damping Control (CDC) for quick movements and sharp turns paired with a sport-tuned, four-wheel independent suspension and strut tower bar offer a tighter grip for more spirited driving. Safety The KOUP concept features all of the standard safety features offered in Kia's regular production vehicle lineup including six standard airbags and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Electronic Stability Control (ESC) paired with CDC stabilizes the KOUP for maximum contact with the pavement. The large 245/40ZR19 tires complete the KOUP's impressive package. Also included is adaptive front lighting and cruise control, adding to the KOUP's advanced safety technology. [Extracted from Kia Global Website]

Definitely a nice looking car.. But on second look I thought that it resembled the Civic Type R (headlights, side) and the Evo X (rear) too much..