The Best Kia Models for Off-Roading

The 2025 Kia Seltos is a stylish compact SUV you can proudly take anywhere. It is also equipped with several features that allow you to use it even for off-road exploration. AWD Nothing says off-road adventuring like all-wheel drive, and you can have it no matter which Seltos model you choose. It's standard on the base model and top two trims, but also available on the two middle trim levels. Ground Clearance Once you leave the pavement, your driving path may have more obstacles, so decent ground clearance is an absolute must. The Seltos can clear a minimum of 7.3 inches, which should make a lot of off-road locations available to you. more Power and Performance Even the Seltos base model can navigate the great outdoors. However, if you know you'll regularly travel on more rugged terrain, you might want to consider one of the top two trims. They have 1.6L turbocharged engines with extra torque and horsepower. Comfort Generous headroom is appreciated even on regular roads. The Seltos offers a generous 40 inches of headroom. Ample Cargo Space The Seltos has a dual-level cargo floor and a massive 62.8 cubic feet of volume behind the first row. This offers plenty of room when packing gear for camping trips and other off-road adventures. Roof Rails and Capacity If camping trips make up much of your off-road travel, even the huge cargo space in the Seltos may not be enough to hold all your equipment. That's why you may need roof rails to handle the excess. These are standard on S, EX, X-Line, and SX trim levels. On the X-Line trim, there are exclusive Gloss Black High-Utility Roof Rails. Entertainment There's no reason to cut yourself off from enjoying entertainment while going off-road, and the Kia Seltos has many great entertainment features. The Seltos offers Bluetooth wireless connectivity, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigation, and more. Audio choices range from a 6-speaker sound system to a Bose® system with eight speakers and a mood lamp. Explore These Exciting Off-Road Features of the Seltos in Lanham, MD Drop by DARCARS Kia of Lanham to explore all the off-road features the Seltos has to offer.

With its sleek, modern design, spacious interior, and athletic handling, the 2025 Kia K4 is redefining the sedan. Making its debut in 2025, this small sedan is available in five trim levels, each offering varying levels of luxury. 1. LX First up is the LX, a five-seater K4 powered by a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter engine. Kia's base trim is a smart-looking sedan with a black grille, 16-inch steel wheels, automatic multi-reflector headlamps, and amber LED daytime running lamps. The LX also has features typically missing on entry-level models, such as a smart liftgate that opens automatically when it detects your smart key. Inside, six-way adjustable seats are installed at the front. Important vehicle data is displayed on a four-inch instrument cluster, and infotainment comes courtesy of a sleek 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Drivers receive assistance from a good range of safety tech, including a rearview camera, lane keeping, and smart cruise control with stop-and-go. more 2. LXS Building on the LX, the LXS receives subtle upgrades in the form of alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, and two additional speakers, making six in total. 3. EX Next is the EX, which introduces more desirable features, including black 17-inch machined wheels and a glossy black grille. The premium cloth-trimmed upholstery and the leatherette-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob lend the interior a more refined appearance. Drivers now view data on a larger 12.3-inch instrument display, and a separate five-inch climate control panel makes it easier to moderate the temperature. 4. GT-Line The GT-Line gains a sport-tuned suspension and looks more athletic, thanks to a redesigned grille, 18-inch wheels, and chrome, satin, and gloss-black exterior detailing. The sporty touches continue inside, with drivers receiving paddle shifters on their sports steering wheel. Front passengers receive a comfort boost from heated seats, with the driver's seat becoming 10-way power-adjustable. 5. GT-Line Turbo Topping the list is the supercharged GT-Line Turbo, which swaps the engine for a more powerful 190-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo. To complement the increase in performance, Kia upgrades the exterior lighting, introducing small cube LED projector headlamps and LED combination taillamps. The revamped interior is now lined in synthetic leather and feels brighter and airier thanks to a new sunroof. Drivers receive alloy sports pedals and a sound upgrade gives you an eight-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Whether you're after a family runaround, a reliable commuter vehicle, or an extra car for your fleet, there's a K4 trim to fit the bill. To check out the unique characteristics of each model, contact us or stop by DARCARS Kia of Lanham in Lanham, MD, today, and be one of the first to drive off the lot in the brand-new Kia K4.

Your Kia service center is the place to go to ensure your vehicle gets the expert care and attention it deserves. Our Kia-trained technicians, advanced technology, and Kia-approved replacement parts ensure your Kia continues to perform at its best. We want to tell you about some of the types of maintenance we provide. Brake Pad Replacement The brake pads are a vital part of your braking system. They fit into the brake calipers and have a rough material covering that generates friction against the rotors when you apply the brakes. This friction slows and stops the wheels. As time passes, the material coverings wear down, and once they drop to 1/4" thick, the pads need replacement. The brake pad wear indicator light on your dashboard will illuminate when one or more pads need to be changed. Thin pads reduce braking responsiveness, so it takes longer to stop when you need to. We recommend replacing all four pads, even if only one or two are worn, as this ensures all four wheels stop simultaneously. more Oil Replacement Your Kia uses fully synthetic oil, which can withstand greater heat and works more efficiently than regular engine oil. In addition, synthetic oil lasts longer, so an oil change is only required every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. The oil provides essential lubrication, so engine components can work faster and more efficiently while protecting them against friction damage. Older oil becomes slower and less efficient, leading to increased wear and tear on engine components. Its additives also decay, increasing the chances of engine blockages or rust. Our technicians will drain the old oil and install a new oil filter, so the oil flows freely. Once we've sealed the sump, we refill your engine with fresh oil. Tire Rotations Your tires suffer continued friction as you drive, causing the tread to slowly wear down. In addition, tires develop particular wear patterns depending on their position on your vehicle. These wear patterns are generated because of weight distribution and wheel alignment. Surface friction damage can't be prevented, but rotating your tires reduces the avoidable damage caused by a tire remaining in the same position. Our technicians remove your tires and shift them to different positions. The exact positions the tires move to depend on whether you have FWD, RWD, or AWD, as each type of drivetrain increases wear on specific tread areas. Regular tire rotations help to equalize wear and tear, extending tire life and reducing the chance of a leak or blowout. These are just a few of the many services we provide to keep your Kia in great shape. Book your next service today by contacting us at DARCARS Kia of Lanham in Lanham, MD.