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Kia showcases latest cars at the Abu Dhabi International Motorshow 2010

Speaking about the upcoming show, Mohammed Khader, the General Manager at Al Majid Motors- Kia said: "We always look forward to taking part in the Abu Dhabi International Motorshow and this year is no exception. We're excited to be showcasing some of Kia 's more popular vehicle brands, including the all-new Optima, Sportage, Cadenza and Sorento, from our state-of-the-art exhibition stand designed by Kia 's world renowned Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer. We're positive that our cars and exhibition stand are going to be the show's star attractions and we can't wait to see the visitor's reactions."

Kia 's popular 2011 Sportage features a peppy four-cylinder engine and a spacious interior boasting standard features that are usually only found in much more expensive SUVs. The car's angular styling and safety features have had reviewers raving about the car's high-tech family-car appeal.

The completely redesigned Kia Optima made its world debut at the 2010 New York Auto Show and features an elegant yet sporty profile designed by Peter Schreyer. The car uses the new corporate grille, known as the Tiger Nose, which was also designed by Schreyer. The all-new Optima features a universal GDI 2.4 4- cylinder engine that's powered either by a six-speed automatic transmission, or a six-speed manual transmission.

Kia 's 2011 Cadenza (known as the K7) luxury sport sedan is inspired by the KND-5 concept car revealed last April at the Seoul Motor Show. The concept featured a Tiger Nose grille, highly efficient rear clusters and dual muffler design integrated into the Cadenza's back bumper. The car is powered by a 3.5 engine with outputs ranging 290 HP. All models feature front-wheel drive as well as a six-speed transmission.

The Kia Sorento's exterior size and seating for seven makes it look like a mid-size SUV, while its standard four-cylinder engine and excellent price says compact SUV. The car's available engines include a 172 HP 2.4-litre inline-4 and a 273 HP 3.5-litre V6, both attached to a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The stylish car is optionally equipped with a six, eight or ten speaker audio system with MP3 and iPod connectivity, plus a built-in or external amplifier. It also features keyless entry, parking sensors, cloth or leather upholstery, 17-inch or 18-inch alloy wheels, ABS and two airbags.

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Kia Motors
Kia Motors Corporation (www.kia.com) -- a maker of quality vehicles for the young-at-heart -- was founded in 1944 and is Korea's oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. As part of the Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group, Kia aims to become one of the world's premier automotive brands. Nearly 1.5 million vehicles a year are produced in 13 manufacturing and assembly operations in eight countries which are then sold and serviced through a network of distributors and dealers covering 172 countries. Kia today has over 40,000 employees worldwide and annual revenues of over US$14.5 billion. It is the major sponsor of the Australian Open and an official automotive partner of FIFA -- the governing body of the FIFA World Cup -- as well as a EUROTOP partner of UEFA. Kia Motors Corporation's brand slogan "The Power to Surprise" represents the company's global commitment to surpassing customer expectations through continuous automotive innovation.

About Al Majid Motors
Al Majid Motors Co. (www.kia-uae.com) is the sole distributor for Kia vehicles in the UAE. AMMC is a member of Juma Al Majid Group, one of the most reputed business groups in the Arabian Gulf. AMMC currently sells Kia vehicles in UAE through a network of 8 showrooms, 2 dealers and 3 more new showrooms expected to be added soon. AMMC currently have 5.8% market share in the UAE. To attend the ever growing KIA customers in UAE, AMMC has a total fleet of 12 service centres and 15 parts centres. Al Majid Motors Co is celebrating its 18th year of operation in UAE.

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