2015 Abuja Motor Show: Kia Showcases Quoris, Soul, Sorento, Eight Others

By: MATILDA FRANCES (with reports from ROTIMI ASHER)

[dropcap]K[/dropcap]ia Nigeria, one of the nation’s frontline automobile assemblers, is thrilling visitors with its world acclaimed models at the Abuja International Motor Show holding at the Eagle Square of the Federal Capital territory. Exhibiting 22 vehicles, Kia is painting the Eagle Square RED with a whole lot of 11 head turning models.

Kia’s Bullet-proof Quoris, which an auto commentator once described as a mobile fortress, is a special attraction at the Eagle Square in Abuja. Top government officials and high net-worth individuals, who had had much information about the car, are taking time out to see things for themselves.

Rio, a locally assembled car that is bidding for the crown of a real Nigerian People’s car, is also being positioned among Kia team. With its modish look, Rio is drawing visitors to itself.

Soul: Though a bit small, one needs no eagle eye to discover Kia Souls at the Eagle Square. A model for which the roof can be ordered in a contrasting colour, Kia’s award-winning Soul succeeds in turning visitors’ heads towards itself with its side skirts, wheel arches and stunning styling.

Kia Optima is present at the fair magnetising visitors with its bold shape, sporty stance and optimum equipment.

Cerato, a Kia model reputed for performance and style, also manages to stand out among its siblings.

Sportage, another SUV made by Kia is at the Eagle Square, seducing visitors with its curves and captivating styling.

What’s more, Sorento, Kia’s SUV, which, last week, clinched the coveted Public Car of the Year honour at the prestigious 2015 Middle East Car of the Year (MECOTY) Awards is a thriller of visitors at the Eagle Square.

While Kia’s commercial vehicles, K2700 and K3000 refused to be left behind, beckoning at special visitors, who desire automotive working tool, especially in a pick-up that is easy to load.

This year’s Abuja International Motor Show, which opened last Thursday, will come to an end next Thursday.