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 Today's most popular vehicle type is the crossover SUV, and there are plenty to choose from in the segment. Visit Fiesta Kia to get acquainted with the Kia crossovers in Albuquerque NM.

Crossover SUVs have gotten insanely popular in the last few years, in case you haven't noticed. And what's not to like? When you can combine the good driving manners and fuel economy of a car with the cargo carrying ability and utility of a small truck, and tag it with an affordable price, you get a vehicle that appeals to a wide range of American families.

However, because crossovers come in many different sizes and stand out in a variety of areas, selecting the one that's right for you and your family can become a daunting task. To give you some assistance, let's explore the Kia crossovers in Albuquerque NM that are waiting for you at Fiesta Kia.

Starting with the smaller models, the Kia Soul may be the crossover you're looking for if you're on a tight budget. It was completely redesigned for 2020, and is much less expensive than many other crossover SUVs. The Kia Soul has a relaxed ride with poised handling, and excellent outward visibility. Its new base engine has an added 17 horsepower and more efficient fuel economy than the prior year model. If you crave even better gas mileage, the Soul EV has a 201 hp electric motor and a 243-mile span on just one charge.

Kia crossovers in Albuquerque NM: Kia Soul

The new Soul has a bigger, 7-inch touchscreen with Smartphone integration. Wireless device charging, navigation, and a large collection of active safety features are available. It has a well-done interior, especially considering its relatively low price. Despite being a subcompact crossover, the seating is roomy and comfortable.

Additionally, it has an exceptional amount of cargo space behind the rear seats, and a total of 62.1 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.

The 2021 Kia Seltos is a brand new model in the lineup of Kia crossovers in Albuquerque NM. It slots between the little Kia Soul and slightly larger Sportage.

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos delivers the versatility of an SUV with a smaller footprint, which makes it perfect for city drivers who don't have room to park something big. It too, is budget-friendly with a starting price of around $21,990.

With the Seltos you get a choice of two engines (one is turbocharged- fun!)) and a choice of FWD or AWD.  Fuel economy is good all around; even the AWD + turbocharged engine gets 25/30/27 mpg (city/highway/combined).

The interior of the Kia Seltos varies according to the chosen trim level. Of course the base trim is the most modest with that low sticker price, but the quality of the materials used inside are good. So even if the base trims aren't really fancy, they certainly don't look cheap. As you move up the trim range, features get plusher. Regardless, the Kia Seltos is comfortable, seats five, and looks great.

Kia Sportage

Next is the compact Kia Sportage, which features an upscale cabin with spacious seating, also for five. This crossover gets its power from a 4-cylinder engine that gets the job done. But if you want stronger acceleration, look to the SX Turbo top-of-the-line model with a 240 hp turbo-four.

For 2020 many features became standard on the Sportage. These include forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, an 8-inch touch screen, and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay.

Kia Niro

Pricewise, the next model in the lineup is the Niro, Kia's response to the Toyota Prius. It's really like a tall hatchback and it debuted in 2017. It's offered as a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and a full electric EV. It seats five as well, and earned the top marks in all six IIHS crashworthiness evaluations. 

Kia Sorento

Another one of the Kia crossovers in Albuquerque NM is the Sorento, which received a refresh for 2019, and which underwent a rearranging of trims for 2020. The Sorento is a mid-size SUV with 3 rows of seating, and is reasonably priced, easy to drive, and gets good fuel economy.

The interior is attractive and comfortable, although the last row is a bit tight for adults. Android Auto/Apple CarPlay with a 7-inch touchscreen now comes standard in all trim levels. The IIHS rated the Sportage a Top Safety Pick+, which is the highest given by the agency. The only standard safety feature is the rearview camera, but many others are available.

 Kia Telluride

Finally, we come to the Kia Telluride, another all-new midsize crossover SUV for the 2020 model year. Its first-rate safety features, premium interior, great cargo space, and predicted reliability ratings have put the Telluride at the top of many SUV rankings. The Telluride has more space behind its third row than all of its class competitors, and the third row actually fits most adults comfortably. It's good looking on the outside and serene and classy on the inside. It comes packed with features, including synthetic leather seats, Smartphone connectivity with an 8-inch touchscreen, and a list of advanced driver assist tech. Good fuel economy and an incredibly comfortable ride complete the package.

As you can now see, Kia offers something for everyone looking for that ideal crossover. Come on over to Fiesta Kia and get a closer look at each.