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If ever there were a compact hybrid crossover that could make us here at Lion Country Kia flat-out flip our lid, our beloved South Korean brand's latest --the all-new 2017 Niro -- would no doubt be it.

"And why is that?" you wonder.

Get the need-to-know info from Kelley Blue Book Senior Associate Video Editor Zach Vlasuk; his review of the Niro is as follows:

Terrifically appointed from tip to tail, the entry-level FE promises to be one of the most popular Niro trims.

Standard features on this model include 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, 60/40-split folding rear seats…

The 2018 Kia Stinger received the EyesOn Design award for production car design excellence! pic.twitter.com/nhbfD03DxT

— Kia Motors America (@Kia) January 11, 2017

From Bellefonte, Phillipsburg and Altoona, round Centre County, and back to our home here in State College, PA, it's interspersed tracts of farmland speckled with expanses of forest betwixt mountainous terrain. Sounds like solid proving ground for the roadster performance made possible by a Grand Touring chassis, aircraft-style spoked vents, metal-ringed gauges and satin chrome trim, each to cut quite the figure...

Need money advice? Drive a #KiaSoul or #KiaSorento - just named “Best Cars for the Money” by @USNews. https://t.co/u7B9LGgbPw pic.twitter.com/L3muFFLO35

— Kia Motors America (@Kia) February 9, 2017

U.S. News Senior Editor Colin Aylesworth didn't spare the accolades. He says, "[both] Kia Sorento present excellent long-term value in their respective classes:" Soul, "for its abundance of cargo and passenger space, modern interior design and price," and Sorento, not only for its "great starting price," but also its "user-friendly tech features, great fuel economy...

Leasing a car may be just as beneficial to a customer as buying. A person must take a look at their individual situations and make the decision that suits their needs.

Buying a car means paying for the full amount up front or financing it over a period of time. An auto loan will carry interest, and there may also be a down payment necessary. At the end of the payment plan, the automobile will belong to the customer...

The brakes are certainly one of the most imperative parts of any vehicle. They are what help to ensure that your vehicle comes to a safe and complete stop. Like any other part of the vehicle, your brakes will also need to be repaired and replaced from time to time. This will help ensure the safety and efficiency of the brakes and help them to last much longer...

A small commuter car like the new 2017 Kia Forte usually wouldn't make versatility a key component. But here we are, and when you visit our State College, PA Kia dealership, you'll find that the Forte is far more than simply an efficient compact car.

Whether it's tech, fuel-efficiency, or just open-road excitement you crave, the #KiaForte has it all. https://t.co/UU3y6vROL4 pic.twitter.com/MOREzJLcOS

— Kia Motors America (@Kia) January 19, 2017

We understand the love you feel toward your Kia, and we want the best for it just as much as you do. So when you're ready to get down and dirty to do your own maintenance and repairs, we'd love to help you get the job done the right way. The Parts Center at Lion Country Kia stocks genuine Kia parts for any at home car repairs in State College.

Before you buy an aftermarket part online, consider these four reasons why genuine Kia parts are the way to go for do-it-yourself repairs:

That's a quality far often overlooked in commuter cars. How can you expect to be productive at work if your car doesn't at least wake you up a little bit? With the new 2017 Kia Optima, you won't just be ready for whatever the day brings, you'll be excited to kick through walls and take charge. Press play to see the new Optima in action, then visit our State College, PA Kia dealership today for a test drive.

In our last post, we told you about the benefits of buying a used Kia. Let's shift our focus to new Kia vehicles this time. Many State College drivers think that in order to drive a new vehicle, they have to take on a big loan. We're happy to tell you that a lease is an efficient, easy, and affordable way to drive a brand new Kia! Here are some highlights:

• With a lease, you don't actually have to pay the full amount of your vehicle. You only pay for the term of the lease.
• Your monthly…