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If you're living in or traveling to a cold-climate region during winter, you should take measures to keep your vehicle in good condition and stay safe on the road. Extreme cold can pose challenges for your vehicle, while slippery roads and poor visibility can increase your risk of accidents. Follow these tips to protect yourself, your family, and your vehicle this winter. Refill or Replace All Fluids Whether you prefer to do regular maintenance yourself or take your car to an auto shop, it's essential to check your fluid levels. There are basically three types of fluids you need to check: coolant, engine oil, and wiper fluid. Make sure you have the right mixture of antifreeze and water to prevent the fluid in the radiator from freezing. You can find information on the mixture in your owner's manual. Some mechanics recommend using a thinner engine oil if you live in an area where temperatures fall below freezing. However, the best thing to do is to talk to more your regular mechanic or consult your owner's manual. Wiper fluid is often overlooked, but it serves the important purpose of improving visibility on the road. Use freeze-resistant fluid to keep your windshield clean and clear. Check or Replace All Tires Low tire pressure and worn tires can reduce traction on wet and slippery roads. Check the air pressure in your tires and inflate them to the recommended PSI in your owner's manual. If your tires have less than 2/32 inch of tread, it's time to place them. Also, consider snow tires instead of all-season tires if you're residing in a place with a lot of snowfall. Make sure you change all four tires because a mix of winter and summer tires can do damage to your vehicle. Inspect the Battery Cold weather not only makes it harder to start your engine, it also reduces your battery capacity. To ensure that your vehicle will be ready for winter, you need to thoroughly inspect your battery, including its terminals, cables, and fluid. Check the battery terminals for loose connections and the cables for breaks and cracks. You can find out if you have enough battery fluid by opening one or more refill holes. If the fluid level is lower than the bottom of the cap, you need to refill with distilled water. In addition, check the level of charge remaining in your battery. Some batteries come with a built-in hydrometer eye that shows the amount of voltage left in them. If your battery doesn't have this feature, you can use a handheld hydrometer instead. Besides winterizing your vehicle, you should also pack an emergency kit so that you'll always be prepared for unexpected situations. The kit should include road flares, jack, lug wrench, flashlight, first-aid kit, small shovel, ice scraper, extra coolant, leather gloves, blanket, and snacks. Getting your vehicle ready for winter can help you avoid unnecessary hassle and costs and keep you and your family safe on the road.

The Kia Cadenza is changing the way we look at the brand and at premium cars, and this regal ride from your local Wichita Kia dealership is dispelling the idea that Kia is limited to a value brand. In fact, this new car on the luxury block is already racking up the awards. Last year, the Kia Cadenza earned AutoPacific’s Ideal Vehicle Award for the Large Car category. This result was based off of data from surveys of people who drive a Cadenza, so you can trust that this is an accurate depiction of quality you get from this car you can find at Midwest Kia. The Kia Cadenza is a premium car that is turning heads and changing the way we think about Kia. Schedule a Test Drive Online For the survey, more than 66,000 Kia drivers were asked to rate the Kia Cadenza on aspects such as ride and handling, seat comfort, safety features, engine power and acceleration and a few other items.  Kia’s first entry into the premium car sector — the Cadenza debuted in 2014 — seems to have been received well by its most important critic...its owners and drivers. In fact, the Cadenza also won the AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award recently and was named the International Car of The year by Road & Travel Magazine last year, so driving a Kia Cadenza seems to be becoming more and more popular. Super comfortable The Kia Cadenza comes standard with features such as 18-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers, power-folding side view mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather upholstery, a 10-way power driver seat and an eight-way power passenger seat. Super Savvy Even though the exterior of the latest Kia Cadenza is sleek and stunning, it is all brains on the inside with its high-tech features. Standard features include push-button start, a rearview camera with rear park assistance, an 8-inch touchscreen display, a voice command system, a navigation system and hands-free capabilities with Bluetooth technology. Super powerful and efficient Don't sweat it, because a Cadenza has the brawn under the hood to match its brains. It features a 3.3-liter V6 engine that boasts 293 horsepower paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. So it's a gas guzzler with all that power, right? Nope. In fact, you’ll stretch out up to 28 miles per gallon on the highway and 19 mpg on city streets. So what are you waiting for? Visit Midwest Kia today and see for yourself why Kia is trending upward in the premium sedan class.

The crossover class finally has a hybrid option that pleases the eyes and the heart as much as it does the environment. If you are looking for a green option in your next vehicle, then the 2017 Kia Niro is a fun hybrid crossover now arriving at Midwest Kia. The inaugural Kia Niro from your local Wichita Kia dealership does not sacrifice looks or safety to gain its earth-friendliness. If you are looking for a green option for your next crossover, then the 2017 Kia Niro is made for you. Get Pre-Approved in Minutes! It Has Looks Sure, it can stretch out nearly 600 miles between refueling by getting about 50 miles per gallon. But that doesn’t mean it has that weird aerodynamic thing going on. In fact, it’s sculpted body design is a collection of smoothly curved and sculpted metal that flawlessly combines fashion with function. The Niro’s design is made to minimize drag for improved fuel economy and maximize curb appeal to pass the eye test. From the High-Intensity Discharge (HID) projector beam headlights and LED positioning lamps to the rear spoiler and wide stance for an athletic profile, some might even say the Kia Niro is eye candy. Pleasing the eye is one thing, but what about the heart? Well, its high-efficiency 1.6L GDI engine and a smooth-transitioning dual-clutch automatic transmission deliver a fun and exciting driving experience. It's a Proud Protector Safety is every bit as important as looking and feeling good. To that end, the ’17 Kia Niro from Wichita Kia is a proud protector. It boasts safety tech like an advanced airbag system, specially engineered front and rear crumple zones and doors that are reinforced with steel beams to help absorb impact energy and deflect side-impact force. It Has Smarts The '17 Kia Niro also takes cruise control to the next level with Smart Cruise Control, which monitors the vehicle in front of you and automatically brakes or accelerates to maintain a safe distance. Why put it off any longer? Come visit Midwest Kia in Wichita today and take this groundbreaking vehicle for a test drive. Then, drive it to your driveway and save money and clean air!

If you thought going green was simply about the color of a car, the 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid will change your mind. Back and even better than ever, this Earth-friendly car combines sleek styling on the outside with a gas engine-electric motor combo under the hood. Now available at Midwest Kia in far more colors than just green, the latest Optima Hybrid reduces trips to the fuel pumps, reduces harmful emissions and reduces the financial strain on your budget with ts affordable price point. Like making fewer trips to the gas pump? Like saving money? Like reducing emissions and helping the environment? The 2017 Kia Optima hybrid does all of that — with style to boot! Click to Schedule a Test Drive Boasting an eco-friendly nature not found on its standard gas-sipping engine cousin at your Wichita Kia dealer, the Optima Hybrid is a better choice the environment as well as your wallet. High-powered & High-efficiency Kia engineers found a way to boost efficiency without sacrificing power. In fact, the new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder hybrid engine brings a more-than-capable 192 horsepower combined between the gas engine and electric motor. And with a combined 271-pounds-per-feet of torque, the latest Kia Optima Hybrid provides plenty of passing power for life in the fast lane. Oh, but this baby purrs with money-saving fuel economy. The 2017 Optima Hybrid will stretch out up to 46 miles per gallon on the highway and 39 mpg in the city with an EPA-estimated range of up to 665 total miles between refueling. A Technological Wonder In case you're curious as to how this whole thing works, the ’17 Kia Optima Hybrid uses an electric traction motor powered by a lithium polymer battery as well as a 4-cylinder gas engine. Driving situations and conditions will determine which is in use. Sometimes both will run simultaneously. Electric power is used to start your Optima and remains active during lower speeds. The gas engine will kick in for acceleration and for driving on the highway or the open road. Even stopping is eco-centric with this cool car! When you apply the brakes, captured kinetic heat energy is converted into electrical energy and recharges the electric motor’s batteries. How cool is that? So why hold out any longer? Visit Midwest Kia in Wichita today and test drive the all-new 2017 Kia Optima hybrid. You'll be reducing emissions and reducing impact on your budget when you drive it home.

If it's time for an oil change, tire rotation or any other routine maintenance — bring it to Midwest Kia today for quality work at sale prices. Use the Service & Parts Specials page of our website to save yourself some hard-earned cash with our service coupons. You'll pay less money for work performed by certified Kia service technicians who know your car best and will boost its efficiency and performance. Use Kia service coupons to save money on Kia service that will extend the life of your vehicle. Schedule a Kia Service Appointment now Maintaining your vehicle according to a recommended service schedule is vital to achieving optimum fuel mileage, tire longevity and optimum vehicle safety. Let the pros at your local Wichita Kia dealership get you on track ... and keep you there. Extend your car's life with regular oil changes A simple oil change can save you money at the gas pump by keeping your engine’s inner components lubricated and moving freely, keeping internal temperatures appropriate so that maximum power is sent to the wheels with every drop of fuel. Old oil allows the engine to be literally bogged down with friction, and that can cause damage to grinding and overheating metal parts over time. Ask our service techs about an air filter change and other maintenance that can help you get the fuel mileage you expect. Rotate your Tires regularly and add miles Gasoline isn’t cheap, but tires are even more expensive. If you’re not rotating your tires on a scheduled basis, you’re literally leaving money on the pavement every time you drive. Rotated tires wear more evenly over the course of their lives, meaning you don’t have to head to the tire shop because the front tires are over worn while the rears still have thousands of miles left on them. Keeping tires properly rotated, balanced and inflated can also give you better traction making for a safer ride. Trust the pros for Kia service By going straight to the dealer for Kia service in Wichita, you are benefiting from the knowledge of the folks who see Kia cars every day inspect your vehicle. They know how to spot minor issues before they become big problems. A mechanic who isn’t in the know could miss something small that could cost you big time in the long run. Our certified Kia service technicians know how to keep your Kia running like new with regular, scheduled maintenance, and they’ll do their best to help you avoid costly future repairs. Schedule your service appointment online today. It’s quick and it’s easy! And, don’t forget to check back regularly to see the latest Kia service coupons to save just as much money as time.

Midwest Kia is currently offering savings of up to 40 percent on used cars in the huge inventory.   The Holidays are a time of plentiful sales and offers. If a new ride is at the top of your wish list this year, then Midwest Kia should be on your list of places to shop before Christmas. Not only does your local Wichita Kia dealership have the best selection of used cars, but there is also a sale offering up to 40 percent off all used cars, trucks, SUVs, vans and more! From current year to late model year Certified Pre-Owned vehicles to dependable vehicles with some mileage on them, you find about 100 used vehicles to choose from in our online inventory. Plus, our interactive website also has the used car financing resources and professionals to help you make your purchase quickly and easily with a payment that fits your budget. Shop Online Our entire available inventory is listed online, so you'll have instant access to one of the largest selections of vehicles in the region. Browse our entire stock of used cars in Wichita or search for the specific vehicle you want. You can even filter our inventory by Certified Pre-Owned vehicles to help you find exactly the ride you want. Have a question about a specific vehicle or offer? Simply click the Live Chat button at the top of our inventory pages, and you'll be communicating directly to someone who can provide some answers. Get Pre-Approved Fast! Whether you use the " Get Pre-Approved " button on our website or visit us in person, our finance staff will guide you through the process from getting approved for a car loan to signing and driving away in your new car, truck, SUV or van. Midwest Kia has the resources and relationships with financial institutions you can trust to get you the best possible financing options. And the best part is that you can do all of this from your home and in your pajamas, if you want to. Then, when you narrow your search to just a few of your favorites, come to the dealership for some test drives to see which one fits best. Make the holidays even better this year with a new ride at an amazing price.

While you are placing presents under the tree this holiday season, your local Wichita Kia dealership has a deal that will put a new vehicle under the tree in your yard for no money until next spring! Yes, you read that correctly. Midwest Kia is participating in the Kia Holidays On Us Sales Event, which offers deferred payments for 90 days, ZERO percent APR from Kia Motors Finance for qualified buyers and Kia will also pay the first two months of your payments. The current Kia sales event allows buyers to drive home in a new Kia vehicle today — and pay nothing until next spring! So that means you won’t have to worry about making your first payment on your new Kia for five months — well into the spring! And what's even better is that when you do start making payments, they will not be inflated with interest. What vehicles are eligible? There are four great Kia vehicles included in the Kia Holidays On Us Sales Event: The 2016 Kia Soul, the 2016 Kia Optima, the 2017 Kia Forte and the 2017 Kia Sorento. And fortunately, Midwest Kia has a great selection of each of these most popular Kia cars and SUVs. The 2016 Kia Soul is a hip and stylish vehicle perfect for putting your unique personality on display on the roads. Auto critics love it, too, and the respected J.D. Power recognizes it as its “Highest Rated Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle.” The 2016 Kia Optima is a sleek and elegant midsize sedan which is also a “Kelly Blue Book Best Buy” award winner. Money-saving fuel efficiency (37 mpg on the base model Optima LX) mixed with engines with ample passing power make this car great for road trips and carpools. The Kia Optima is also a proud protector, earning the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award as well as a NHTSA 5-Star Crash Safety Rating. The 2017 Kia Forte is a tech-savvy little car from Wichita Kia dealers great for city driving. Boasting steering-wheel mounted controls and Bluetooth wireless tech, this fun four-door compact delivers big and keeps you connected. And hands-free calling isn’t the only safety measure — the Forte has a 5-Star Crash Safety Rating with the NHTSA. The 2017 Kia Sorento is a family-friendly SUV offering room for 7 people and top quality components and features. In fact, a Sorento is recognized as the “Highest Rated Multi-Purpose Vehicle” from J.D. Power and also received the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award as well as a NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating. Show me the details of this Kia sales event When you take delivery of one of these eligible vehicles by January 3, 2017, Kia Motors Finance will defer payments for three months from the date of your purchase, and then will also cover your first two payments (up to $1,000). Qualified buyers will enjoy 0% APR — yes, ZERO — on financing contracts of up to 66 months. Additionally, our qualified buyers will also not be required to provide a down payment. So, that’s five months before you’ll make a payment on your new Kia! Hey, we know it's a bit big for a stocking stuffer, but we thought you'd like the fact that the deferred payments will allow you plenty of time to take care of those holiday wish list bills before making your first Kia payment. So take a break from the shopping lists and come visit Midwest Kia in Wichita. Treat yourself to a new Kia vehicle and enjoy a car-payment-free five months!

It's no secret that the Kia Soul is popular and well-received. Just check out the number of them on the road today, or check out the highest ranking for a compact multi-purpose vehicle by J.D. Power. And currently, buyers in the market for a new ride can get into this handsome hatchback for $199 per month from your local Wichita Kia dealership. Plus, there is no money down required on this 75 month deal with low 3.9% APR. That’s a real budget-friendly deal for savvy shoppers at Midwest Kia. The 2016 Kia Soul boasts a unique style and fuel saving engines to please both head and heart. Get Pre-Approved in Minutes! The latest Kia Soul is perfect for drivers like you who treat your vehicle as an extension of your personality when you are on the road. It makes a statement. New Lights Set the Mood, Tone In addition to its unique, trend-setting square style, the 2016 Soul makes some really cool changes to the lights. High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights not only look sharp during the day, but also are bright and crisp at night for improved visibility. No more straining and squinting to see what’s ahead — these lamps illuminate more of the road. It’s both stylish and safe. Additionally, new LED taillights only add accent to the unique style of the '16 Soul from Wichita Kia dealers.  So, basically, they look really cool and create affect as you drive away. Adding one of these sweet rides to your driveway without a downpayment and less than $200/month certainly adds to its flair for the dramatic. But the lighting changes aren’t confined to the exterior. The 2016 Soul also includes accent lighting in the cabin that set the mood by changing colors and intensity by reacting to audio volume and tempo. So even if your music is a bit dark, these accent lights within the doors and on the console will keep the mood, well, light. So what are you waiting for? Visit Midwest Kia in KS today to take a test drive of the brand new 2016 Soul and check out the new lights. And don’t worry about bringing your checkbook…remember, there is no need for a down payment with this awesome deal!

Rocking a unique exterior style, there's never been any doubt whether a Kia Soul could set trends. Following some interior upgrades, a Soul from your local Wichita Kia dealership now features an interior that can set your mood. Literally. The 2016 Kia Soul from Midwest Kia features some cool accent lighting that changes color and intensity by reacting to audio volume and tempo. So if your music is slow and heavy, then your interior will probably be filled with darker and deeper colors. And when your music is peppy and light, so too will the interior colors. The 2016 Kia Soul features new interior and exterior lighting that will lift moods and increase visibility. Schedule a Test Drive Don't worry, the lights won't totally hijack your interior and your mood. The accent lights in a 2016 Kia Soul from Wichita Kia dealers are located within the doors and on the center console inside. So, it is exactly as the name indicates —  accent lighting. Oh, and the lighting additions on the 2016 models spill over onto the exterior, too. The all-new High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights look stylish in broad daylight and bright and crisp at night for improved visibility. These lamps illuminate more of the road. New LED taillights are a stylish complement that give your Kia Soul even more personality. Cooler than ever, the 2016 Kia Soul is available at Midwest Kia at great starting prices and fantastic financing rates. Come test drive one today!

Just when most of us might think of the Kia brand as one that offers a line of value-based vehicles, the trending auto maker goes and produces a premium ride that blows minds instead budgets. Meet the Kia K900 at your local Wichita Kia dealership — it's the luxury car that is actually affordable. And if that isn't surprising enough, now this premium ride is available at Midwest Kia for fantastic finance rates as low as 0.9% for 36 months* or just 1.9% APR for 60 months and 2.9% APR for 72 months. Furthermore, these offers are valid on any trim of the 2016 Kia K900, and are valid now through October 31, 2016. The Kia K900 is a premium ride that offers luxury features for less money. Come check it out today, and enjoy fantastic financing as low as 0.9% APR. Schedule a Test Drive Now Bold Exterior The premium nature of this vehicle is immediately apparent with the Adaptive Front Lighting System. These headlamps include LED headlights that communicate and adjust the beam by turning the lamps to match the speed and turns of the K900. Set in an angled casing, the individual lamps appear to jut out and are a break from the typical circular or enclosed lamp design. All this works to accent and bolster a confident stance that is muscular and bold. Powerful Engine Maybe this classy car from Wichita Kia dealers gets its confidence from the powerful engine options roaring under the hood. The standard V6 engine cranks out 311 horsepower and stretches out up to 26 miles per gallon on the highway. Step up to the V8 Luxury trim and you will roar down the roads with 420 horsepower and a very respectable 23 mpg on the highway. Chock full of Convenience & Tech All the magic and coolness is not limited to outside the cabin. In fact, this sleek sedan has a few tricks up its sleeve inside, too, with reclining leather seats in the front as well as in the back. The 9-inch navigation and multimedia touchscreen and windshield-projected display keeps you connected. Additionally, features like a 360-degree camera view, collision warning, blind-spot detection and front & rear paring sensors keep you safe. The 2016 Kia K900 starts at a very reasonable $49,000 for a V6 Premium trim, as well as interest rates lower than one percent. Therefore, this premium car is quite a steal. So what are you waiting for? Visit Midwest Kia in Wichita, KS, today and test drive a Kia K900 to experience for yourself the affordable premium ride that makes you look sophisticated .. and smart!

It's hard to find a car that provides joy for both your heart and your budget. But, the 2017 Kia Forte from your local Wichita Kia dealership is the perfect transportation for college students at Wichita State University. What better way to get to a Shockers basketball game this fall than in a Kia Forte? Now available at Midwest Kia, the 2017 Kia Forte is the perfect storm of low starting price and high fuel efficiency for ultimate savings. Looking for a feature-rich compact car with surprising interior space and a super-affordable sticker price? Come test drive the 2017 Kia Forte. Click Here to Schedule a Test Drive The shocking sticker price of just $16,490 for a base model Forte LX fits perfectly within a college student's budget for a first car, while it's sporty and fun styling reflects a youthful vibe. Surprisingly Roomy Pay no attention to its classification as a compact car. The Kia Forte will easily seat 5. So, yourself and four of your closest friends will have plenty of elbow room and personal space during the short trip to Charles Koch Arena to watch the WSU Shockers take down the competition on their way to a Missouri Valley Conference crown and a ticket to the Final Four. So why is it so great for getting to the game? Well, consider the 56 inches of shoulder room or the 42-plus inches of legroom in the front and 35-plus inches of legroom in the rear seat. This is all part of the whopping 96.2 total cubic feet of interior volume within a Forte from Midwest Kia. Then admire the nearly 15 cubic-feet of cargo volume and the low profile that provides a low step-in height for easy access and loading. Oh, and storing your signs or that giant foam finger is super easy with the Smart Trunk. When you have your hands full, it will open automatically for you when you stand behind the car with your Smart Key. The 2017 Forte from Wichita Kia dealers will even save you some money getting to the Charles Koch Arena. It will stretch out great gas mileage of up to 38 miles per gallon on the highway. So just like the top-notch student athletes of the Wichita State University basketball players, the 2017 Kia Forte delivers in crunch time. *MPG is based on EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

Looking for a car that will save you money with great gas mileage and save face with sleek styling at an affordable price point? Your local Wichita Kia dealership has just the thing for you — the latest Kia Optima. The 2016 Kia Optima from Midwest Kia improves upon a model that already excelled at most everything. Now, this super sedan has even better money-saving  fuel efficiency and more life-saving technology. Looking for value from your next vehicle purchase? Come test drive the tech-savvy Kia Optima at your local Wichita Kia dealers. Schedule a Test Drive now! A Sweet Power-Efficiency Combo The new Optima is a model example of getting your money's worth from a car. How? Well, it comes with a super-low starting price of just $22, 140 for a base model Optima LX, which will also net you up to 37 miles per gallon* on the highway from a more-than-capable standard 2.4-liter 4-cylinder 185-hp engine. For even more power, step up to the Kia Optima SX or SX Limited trims and experience an upgrade to your giddyup with a 2.0-liter engine that cranks out 245 horsepower. Don't worry, this baby will still stretch out up to 32 mpg. Chock-full of Tantalizing Tech, Too More than just an efficient and affordable ride, the 2016 Kia Optima from Wichita Kia dealers is a steal of a deal with technology like a rearview camera, voice command music and phone capabilities and an advanced airbag system. Additionally, you'll be thrilled to know that you are also surrounded by potentially life-saving technology while you cruise the streets. So what are you waiting for? Visit Midwest Kia in Wichita, KS, today to take a test drive and see for yourself how you get way more bang for your buck when you buy a 2016 Kia Optima. It’s just plain smart for you budget as well as your heart. * MPG is based on EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle