Kia Motors launches Apple CarPlay® with Uvo2

Adding to the constant evolution in telematics and infotainment, Kia Motors has announced that the 2017 Sportage and 2016 Optima, when equipped with a compatible navigation system or UVO3, will be offered with Apple CarPlay® compatibility when the vehicles arrive at Kia retailers. 

Additionally, customers who have previously purchased the 2017 Sportage or 2016 Optima equipped with a compatible navigation system or UVO3 will be provided with a downloadable update via myuvo.com that will be available beginning in the third quarter. 

Currently arriving here at Barnett, the 2017 Sorento is the first Kia vehicle to be offered with CarPlay support and other models in the Kia lineup eligible for the CarPlay update will be announced at a later date. 

“The arrival of CarPlay compatibility follows on a promise we made when Optima launched last year. These running changes and available downloads will seamlessly bring iPhone’s easy-to-use interface and functionality to our newest and best-selling models," said Henry Bzeih, managing director connected and mobility services, KMA. “Kia is taking the UVO platform to yet another level of enhancement by extending the customer’s personal mobility technologies safely and easily into a Kia vehicle. CarPlay will bring an additional element of convenience while maximizing the benefits of connectivity.” 

A smarter and more convenient way to use the iPhone in the car, CarPlay gives drivers the ability to access the device’s seamless user interface through Kia’s UVO infotainment system. By connecting the iPhone into the USB port, users are able to make phone calls, access music, send and receive messages, get directions optimized for traffic conditions, and more while staying focused on the road. CarPlay also features hands-free support via Siri voice control or the vehicle’s controls and touchscreen.

Come see for yourself. All of Kia's newest models and all this amazing technology are now available for you to check out at Barnett. Also, you’ll definitely want to check out our greats deals this month. For example, you can lease a new 2016 Sportage LX for only $199 a month with $0 down! Simply pay first month’s payment, tax, title and license. A 2015 Optima LX leases from $169 a month with the same upfront requirements. Or how about a 2016 Soul or 2016 Sorento LX for an incredibly low $99 a month? And listen to this: A 2016 Kia Forte LX is just $69 a month! A 2016 Rio LX is priced under $12,000, more than $3,000 off MSRP. If you need something larger, we have a 2016 Sedona LX minivan at just $149 a month. See your Barnett sales associate for details on all these offers.

And, of course, every new vehicle purchased comes with Barnett’s exclusive—and FREE—MILLION MILE Warranty. Ask your sales associate for all the details on that, too. Come see us soon at Barnett Kia on Highway 61 in White Bear Lake!