Meet Our Sales Staff!
At Gay Family Kia, we pride ourselves on exemplary customer service. All of our employees in all capacities are professionals who bring customer care and efficiency to the services they provide our customers. That commitment to excellence helps us stand out as a Kia dealership, and we look forward to selling cars to the great people in South Houston for years to come! We’re grateful to our team for all they do. Visit our staff page!
Our sales team are the front facing part of our team, and we wouldn’t be where we are with big efforts and impeccable customer care from them. A big thank you to our sales team for all they do!
Take a minute to read their bios below:
Meagan Posten
Meagan is our newest member to the Kia sales team, and she loves to help her customers find the perfect new Kia!
Austin Demott
Austin is ready to help you find the perfect new Kia that’s a good fit for you and your family. Stop by and say hello!
Trevor Tran
Trevor is a local Dickinson, TX resident and graduate of Dickinson High School. He is very excited to help all of his customers find the perfect new Kia. Stop by and say hello!
Dylan Ebbs
Dylan is our on site Car Pro USA certified specialist.See Dylan and let him help you find the perfect new Kia to meet your needs!
Michael Domenick
Mike is a Kia Certified product specialist, and he’s excited to share his knowledge with you along with assisting you in selecting the perfect new Kia!
Meet Our Sales Team in Dickinson, TX!
Gay Family Kia is a premiere Kia dealer in the Dickinson area, and we wouldn’t be anywhere without our sales team! Feel free to give them a call at (832) 784-8194. We are located at 3001 Gulf Freeway in Dickinson, TX 77539. Our sales team looks forward to meeting you, and showing you around our lot in person!
Smart tech and safety features help the 2019 Kia Forte stand out! In this blog post, Gay Family Kia will highlight some of these great features. One of the perks of owning a Kia is how much they have to offer at such an affordable price. The 2019 Kia Forte at Gay Family Kia starts at $17,690. After you take a look at some of this vehicle’s amazing features, you’ll want to take advantage of such a great and drive one home today. The Forte’s available smart features include the following:
- Parking Minder: UVO eServices records your vehicle’s location, and you can find it on your smartphone.
- Wireless phone charger: Place your compatible smartphone on the available center-console pad and the console will charge it and let you know when it’s fully charged.
- Hands Free Storage: Trunk will automatically open when it senses your Smart Key – no hands, or feet, needed.
Along with convenience, the Forte also offers plenty of safety features. This family vehicle makes sure the driver is in control of the driving experience with plenty of features to help them navigate from point A to point B. The Forte also offers plenty of standard safety features such as child-safety rear door locks and airbags. Take a look at some of the features that make the Forte experience a much safer experience than most:
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW): Alerts you with lights on outside mirrors when vehicles enter your Forte’s blind spot.
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assistance (FCA): Applies brakes in certain situations to help prevent frontal collisions.
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA): Applies corrective steering if you are drifting.
Shop our 2019 Kia Forte inventory here! We are located at 3001 Gulf Freeway in Dickinson, TX where you can visit us to schedule a test drive or shop our inventory in person! We look forward to meeting you and showing you some of the great features of a brand new 2019 Kia Forte!
Get to Know the 2020 Telluride at Gay Family Kia!
The 2020 Telluride is available at Gay Family Kia!
The Kia Telluride is considered the future of the luxury SUV equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 hybrid electric transverse-mounted powertrain, the Telluride will be capable of 30 mpg. Match that amazing efficiency with luxury and comfort features such as a 7 person seating capacity cabin and a Light-Emitted Rejuvenation (LER) System that responds with therapeutic light from a wing-shaped, ceiling-mounted LED panel, and it’s easy to see why the Telluride is soon to be a top consumer luxury choice.
This 3 row SUV from Kia has plenty of seating room, great tech features, and an eye-catching exterior. We’re excited to have them on our lot! Call us at (832) 263-3523 with any inquiries you have about this amazing vehicle or visit us in person at 3001 Gulf Freeway in Dickinson, TX! Search our 2020 Telluride inventory here!
New 2019 Kia Soul!
For nearly a decade, the Kia Soul has been one of America’s most popular cars, and it’s easy to see why. With a starting MSRP of $16,490, and mpg of 24/30/27, the Kia Soul is both affordable and efficient. A 2019 IIHS Top Safety Pick Award winner, the Kia is also one of the safest vehicles on the market today. There’s no reason not to take one for a test drive today. It’s been a top consumer choice for years.
Feel free to visit our dealership near South Houston to take an in-person look at a new 2019 Kia Soul! You can also shop our online inventory of the new 2019 Kia, and as always feel free to give our sales team a call at (832) 210-3122 with any questions you may have about the Kia Soul or any of our inventory at Gay Family Kia!
$34.95 Oil Change at Gay Family Kia!
At Gay Family Kia, we put our customers first. That means we are happy to provide affordable service specials to keep money in your pockets and your vehicle in tip-top shape! These specials include new vehicle specials, specials for parts, and service specials for things such as oil changes and transmission flushes. You can view all of our available service specials on our service specials page.
This month we’d love to tell you about our $34.95 Winter Oil Change Special. At this low price, we’ll change your oil as well as check your other fluid levels, and we’ll have it all done in no time! Feel free to reach out to our service department at (844) 568-0903 with any questions you may have about this great service special from Gay Family Kia! Feel free to schedule an appointment with us anytime! We’re located at 3001 Gulf Freeway in Dickinson, TX 77539, and we look forward to providing you excellent customer service face-to-face!
Save the Planet With These 3 Efficient Kia Models
Buying a fuel-efficient electronic vehicle (EV), hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), or plug-in electric vehicle (PHEV) is more important than ever before for two reasons. First, it helps you save money at the gas pump, and second, these vehicles also help preserve the Earth for future generations. Kia offers an entire lineup of hybrid and electric vehicles to choose from. Here’s a look at three of them.
Optima Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid
The popular Kia Optima is now available as either a hybrid or plug-in hybrid. For the 2018 model year, it features a six-speed automatic transmission as part of its updated powertrain. A 2-liter gas direct-injected engine pairs with an electric engine to produce 192 horsepower and an impressive 271 pound-feet of torque. Optima’s Plug-In uses the same 2.0-liter engine and six-speed automatic transmission as its hybrid brother but puts out 202 horsepower and 276 pound-feet of torque.
In addition to the engine and transmission, both hybrid models use an active air flap system to make the car more efficient and cut down on wind and air noise at the same time. Plus, the vehicle’s lithium-ion battery uses slowing down and braking as a way to recharge itself using kinetic energy.
Rio or Rio 5-Door: Which Is Right for Me?
The 2018 Kia Rio models appeal to drivers because of their budget-friendly pricing and attractive body styles. Whether you prefer a compact sedan or a hatchback, Rio offers both. But how do you decide between the two? Here’s a comparison of the Kia Rio and Rio 5-Door to make your decision easier.
Exterior Features and Style
The 2018 Kia Rio is a sporty vehicle that is slightly wider in its stance than past model years, as well as longer with a sleek, aerodynamic appearance. Standard exterior features include solar-control glass, multi-reflective halogen headlights, heated rear glass, and 15-inch wheels. The 2018 Kia 5-Door has the same sporty exterior features as the Rio but adds a rear spoiler and rear-window wipers to keep the hatchback’s back window clear while driving in the rain.
4 Noises You Shouldn’t Ignore on Your Kia
If there’s a problem developing under the hood of your Kia, you’re likely to hear an unusual noise. Visit your dealer the minute you hear this strange noise, and you may be able to avoid expensive repair costs. Here are a few noises you shouldn’t ignore on your Kia if you want to keep your vehicle running well.
Rattling in Your Wheel
Not every noise you hear with a Kia will be a major issue, but they all deserve your attention. If you’re out for a drive and hear something rattling in your wheels, you need to schedule a service appointment as soon as you can. Generally, this noise means that your lug nuts have not been tightened properly, which means your hubcap is at risk of falling off your vehicle. Your Kia maintenance tech should be able to secure your lug nuts and hubcap so that you and other drivers will be safe.
2018 Kia Forte or 2018 Forte5: How to Choose
The 2018 Kia Forte and the 2018 Kia Forte5 join the Rio and Rio 5-Door as similar, yet different, vehicles in the Kia lineup. The Forte is a sedan, and the Forte5 is a sporty compact hatchback. Here’s a brief overview of each vehicle to help you choose which one best meets your needs.
Exterior Style and Features
The Kia Forte and Forte5 share some similarities as well as differences on the exterior. Depending on the trim you choose, they both offer LED positioning lights, power heated outside mirrors, solar-control glass, a rear-window defogger, the signature Kia tiger-nose grille, and more. However, the Kia Forte5 boasts a cargo cover inside the back door to hide belongings from view, whereas the Kia Forte takes this up a notch with a hands-free trunk control. Available upgrades for the Forte and Forte5 include fog lamps, a rear spoiler, a sunroof, and 17-inch alloy wheels.
Which Kia Sorento Trim Do You Need?
The Kia Sorento is a crossover vehicle that offers a two-row, five-passenger seating option or a three-row, seven-passenger seating option. The 2018 model has three engines to choose from, and it comes in five trim levels. Depending on the trim, there are also several luxury add-ons available. Out of the five trims, which Kia Sorento do you need?
L
The base-level Kia Sorento L model starts things off with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 185 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. It has 17-inch alloy wheels, front-wheel drive, and a selectable drive mode system. Inside, you’ll get cloth upholstery and a second-row seat with a 40/20/40 split. Technology includes Bluetooth, a rearview camera, and satellite radio, along with a USB port, and it comes standard with a rearview camera.
LX
A step up to the LX gets you the same four-cylinder engine, with the option for a larger V-6. This 2.0-liter gets 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque and comes standard with front-wheel drive. If you opt for the V-6, you’ll get a third-row seat and you can also get all-wheel drive. The LX adds roof rails, two additional USB ports, a noise-reducing windshield, and the option for advanced safety systems, such as forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
EX
The EX trim adds 18-inch wheels, fog lights, and a hands-free liftgate. It also adds heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a power-adjustable passenger seat. This model comes standard with the 2.0-liter turbo V-6 with the option for a 3.3-liter V-6 that gets 290 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of torque. You’ll get a 7-inch touchscreen display and UVO infotainment system in this trim, along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The EX trim package also comes with an option for advanced safety systems. Additional options include a panoramic sunroof, a 110-volt power outlet, and LED interior lighting.
SX
The SX also comes standard with the 2.0-liter V-6 and adds 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, and LED running lights. Inside, it upgrades to an 8-inch touchscreen with a navigation system, and it has a 10-speaker Infinity stereo system. This trim also adds a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, driver-seat memory settings, and automatic wipers. The optional advanced technology package adds the advanced safety features from the EX’s package plus a heated steering wheel, xenon headlights, and ventilated front seats.
SX Limited
The top-of-the-line SX Limited comes standard with 19-inch chrome wheels, heated second row seats, and higher-end leather upholstery. Inside, it also has a wood-trim steering wheel, and all the features of the advanced technology package.
Each of the 2018 Sorento’s trims has something to offer. You can choose one of the entry-level trims and get plenty of convenience and technology features, or upgrade and get all the extras, plus upgraded leather and luxury additions.
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Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.