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If you haven't already, consider a Kia for your next vehicle. Today's Kia models come equipped with unbeatable tech features. Here's what you'll find in the vehicles at DARCARS Kia of Lanham. Discover 7 Fantastic Technology Features 1.    Collision-Avoidance Assist Prevent accidents with Kia's Collision-Avoidance Assist safety feature. Here's how it works: when you're making a left turn, the system will monitor your surroundings and alert you if there's an oncoming vehicle. It also detects cars that may be coming from the side when you're driving through an intersection. more 2.    Surround View Monitor You can't have eyes in the back of your head, but you can have eyes everywhere in today's Kia models. The available surround-view monitor gives you a 3D view of your vehicle, including an aerial view! Getting in and out of parking spaces is becoming much easier. 3.    Head-Up Display Kia's head-up display, projected onto the glass windshield above the steering wheel, gives you information about your driving performance. It also shows you your speed and turn-by-turn directions, so you can stay aware of your surroundings and still know where you're going. 4.    Smart TailGate It's a hassle to close the trunk when your hands are full. Thanks to Kia's Smart TailGate feature, you'll never have to struggle with this again. When your car detects that you're no longer close to the vehicle, the tailgate will close itself. No more struggling is necessary! 5.    Dual Panoramic Display Today's Kia models have an available 12.3-inch dual panoramic display. This elegant addition to your Kia comes with 24 inches of a touchscreen bar complete with features like quiet mode, rear climate control, and a navigation menu. 6.    Connection for Everyone Thanks to Kia's thoughtful tech details in each row of the vehicle, every passenger in your Kia won't miss a second talking to their friends or watching their favorite shows. For instance, the Kia Telluride has USB-C fast-charging posts in all three rows. The front row also has a wireless charging feature available. 7.    Remote Start Climate Control No one likes getting in their vehicle when it's freezing cold or blazing hot outside. Kia offers a remote-start climate control feature on its app to let you turn on your car and set the desired temperature before you get on the road. Are you interested in seeing what else your next Kia has to offer? We offer over a dozen models for you to choose from, whether you're interested in a model that's optimized for city driving or an electric vehicle that's focused on sustainability. View our inventory on the DARCARS Kia of Lanham site, or visit us for a test drive!

The 2025 Kia EV6 is a marvelous EV SUV that redefines electric excellence. This highly competitive EV SUV has an impressive driving range, intuitive technology features, and a selection of advanced driver assistance systems to function as a second set of eyes while you're on the road. Explore all the reasons drivers are excited to hop behind the wheel of the EV6 today. 1. Long Driving Ranges No matter which EV6 model you go for, you can enjoy an impressive driving range on a single charge. As the base model, the Light RWD offers 237 miles of electric range. The Light Long Range RWD and Wind RWD moth offer the largest electric range of 319 miles, while the Light Long Range AWD and Wind AWD can travel 295 miles on a full charge. In terms of efficiency, the EV6 models with an RWD have an estimated mileage of 128 MPGe in the city. The AWD models, on the other hand, get 117 MPGe in urban areas and 95 MPGe on the highway. more 2. Sophisticated Driver-Assistance Technology The EV6 comes with a Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist system that can identify vehicles entering your blind spot, particularly when you are attempting a lane-change maneuver. This system will alert the driver and intervene with steering assistance to avoid a rear-side collision. The Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist system can detect potential frontal accidents with cyclists and pedestrians and during junction turning maneuvers. This EV SUV's driver assistance software also helps with parking, with standard Park Distance Warning for the front and rear bumpers. The Wind models have side sensors to detect obstacles like shopping carts and pedestrians during low-speed driving, as well as a Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist system to detect potential collisions when the EV6 is in reverse. 3. Flexible Charging Options The EV6 gives drivers three charging options for maximum flexibility. If you don't need to charge your EV6 in a hurry, you can use a 120-volt Level 1 charger to restore the battery in about 54 hours on the Light RWD model and 72 hours for all other trims. For overnight charging, the Level 2 charger can charge the battery in under six hours on the base model and just over seven hours for upper trims. Drivers can also stop by public charging stations to use a Level 3 DC fast charger. The Light RWD battery can go from 10% to 80% in about an hour using a 50 kW charger, in 24 minutes using a 150 kW charger, or in 20 minutes with a 350 kW charger. Additionally, the EV6 can partially recharge the battery with a regenerative braking system while you're on the road. The EV6 is an innovative fully electric SUV perfect for modern drivers who prioritize low carbon emissions. Test drive this model at DARCARS Kia of Lanham in Lanham, MD.

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.