Kia Optima named "Most Gorgeous Car" by Esquire

 

Written by himi on September 8th, 2011 in General News.

Renowned men's lifestyle magazine Esquire names new Kia Optima "Most Gorgeous Car Under $20K"!

Everyone is aware of the mess that the economy is in, and that decline has led to many companies having to resort to budget cuts and lay-offs. Not so for Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia -KMMG, as they have bucked the trend by just completing a major expansion at their West Point factory, which has now created a total of 3000 jobs for the state.

That new addition will mean that the annual capacity will now be raised to a staggering 360,000 units, with the Sorento and the all new Kia Optima now being produced in Georgia. The first Optima's were rolled out last week!

Speaking of new Optima?Beauty may very well be in the eye of the beholder, but it seems that everyone is smitten with the new mid-size sedan from Kia. The 2012 Optima was just voted "Most Gorgeous Car Under $20.000? by Esquire Magazine, and is now in distinguished company with eight other vehicles, all of which now have a chance to walk away with the a prize at "The 2011 Esquire Design and Technology Awards", after the editors raved about its luxury appearance at an affordable price.

"Esquire defines and shapes men's style and fashion in today's contemporary culture, and this recognition further validates the Optima's tremendous value proposition with its unmatched combination of world-class design, advanced technology, and fun-to-drive performance. The stunning design and value of the Optima has significantly increased awareness, perception and consideration for the Kia brand and with demand continuing to outpace supply we are looking forward to the first U.S.-built Optima's arriving in showrooms in the coming weeks," said Michael Sprague, vice president, marketing & communication, Kia Motors America -KMA.