New KIA LOGO Is HIDEOUS

[Average Joe]

Not that the logo itself is hideous per se, but the fact that it’s bigger and more prominent as if Kia is so proud of it as to use it as a billboard in big white letters that make it stand out so much, it’s all you can see (when looking at a ‘22). Can it be removed and replaced like the old badges? What I just saw was so unappealing (big white Kia badge) on a dark colored vehicle.

 

[jw_tx21]

Not that the logo itself is hideous per se, but the fact that it’s bigger and more prominent as if Kia is so proud of it as to use it as a billboard in colors that make it stand out so much, it’s all you can see (when looking at a ‘22). Is it part of the paint now or can it be removed and replaced like the old badges? What I just saw was so bad it would prevent me from purchasing the vehicle!

Surprised you haven't bought the GV80 or the Lexus 450h yet for the IRS tax perks. Maybe now you will get one of those!

 

[Average Joe]

Surprised you haven't bought the GV80 or the Lexus 450h yet for the IRS tax perks. Maybe now you will get one of those!

Still researching, but good advice. Thanks!
Maybe it was the Carnival that I saw. Felt like it was on the hood. Just know it was blinding as I drove through an intersection!

 

[PittPa]

I've come out before and said I don't like it simply because its a stretch to even understand what it means. And its too large. I'm sure everyone will get over it.

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[Guinner16]

Agree partially agree. I don’t mind the design but the rear hatch logo is too big. I just picked up my 2022 nightfall edition yesterday and don’t like the brushed aluminum badge on the rear. I’m hoping I can buy a more correct size logo for the rear and have it painted. I thought I read some people were buying the badge from a smaller vehicle and putting it on the telluride but would like to see pictures first. Other than that I love everything about the 2022. The front badge doesn’t look out of place for some reason but the rear does.

 

[Tellephant]

I agree the logo is too big.

However, I'm in the minority on here that I prefer the new logo, but it's really just because I don't like the old one.

 

[ewren1]

I prefer the new logo. It helps Kia to move away from the econobox reputation of the 90s and early 2000s. Also I really like the new logo on the steering wheel, the old one there just looked cheep.

 

[ceenote]

I havent gotten mines yet but i plan having it changed to black to go with my nightfall edition..dealer wants 300$ to change it autobody shop wants 60$ not a hard choice..

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[Guinner16]

I havent gotten mines yet but i plan having it changed to black to go with my nightfall edition..dealer wants 300$ to change it autobody shop wants 60$ not a hard choice..

I'm looking into the same thing. I called a vinyl shop today and they said the job was too small for them. I going to call a bodyshop tomorrow and maybe a couple other vinyl places. The more I look at it the more it annoys me. I understand kia wants people to see their new emblem, but blackout should mean blackout. The other option is waiting to see what comes out aftermarket because you know black emblems will start to pop up. I just dont feel like waiting a few months.

 

[ceenote]

I'm looking into the same thing. I called a vinyl shop today and they said the job was too small for them. I going to call a bodyshop tomorrow and maybe a couple other vinyl places. The more I look at it the more it annoys me. I understand kia wants people to see their new emblem, but blackout should mean blackout. The other option is waiting to see what comes out aftermarket because you know black emblems will start to pop up. I just dont feel like waiting a few months.

I imagine your not in chicago... if you were this would be a place to call.. not really a autobody shop but they wrap cars and plastic dip emblems.. the place is called ITZWRAP

ITZWRAP
(708) 631-2250

ITZWRAP · 17075 Westview Ave, South Holland, IL 60473

★★★★★ · Vehicle wrapping service

maps.app.goo.gl

 

[Guinner16]

I imagine your not in chicago... if you were this would be a place to call.. not really a autobody shop but they wrap cars and plastic dip emblems.. the place is called ITZWRAP

ITZWRAP
(708) 631-2250

ITZWRAP · 17075 Westview Ave, South Holland, IL 60473

★★★★★ · Vehicle wrapping service

maps.app.goo.gl

Thanks for the info but nowhere close to Chicago. Has anyone looked at the 2022 front grill logo to see ifs it’s taped on. I assumed it’s taped also but haven’t thought to double check it. I may look at it in the morning.

 

[ceenote]

Thanks for the info but nowhere close to Chicago. Has anyone looked at the 2022 front grill logo to see ifs it’s taped on. I assumed it’s taped also but haven’t thought to double check it. I may look at it in the morning.

Now im not sure about that.. i havent seen any videos saying anything like that, but one guy did have a video where he spray painted his.. spray painted i would worry about wear n tear on it..but i dunno...

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[Lindsheath]

Agree partially agree. I don’t mind the design but the rear hatch logo is too big. I just picked up my 2022 nightfall edition yesterday and don’t like the brushed aluminum badge on the rear. I’m hoping I can buy a more correct size logo for the rear and have it painted. I thought I read some people were buying the badge from a smaller vehicle and putting it on the telluride but would like to see pictures first. Other than that I love everything about the 2022. The front badge doesn’t look out of place for some reason but the rear does.

The rear logo bothers me on our wolf grey nightfall too. My husband has been doing research on using some special spray paint on it.

 

[travishand]

Would like to follow this. Just got my dark grey Telluride with the Nightfall package and the new logo really sticks out. Would love to figure out an easy solution.

 

[noles1983]

It's a lazy design that doesn't really even look that great, not a fan.

 

[acehawk]

I like the regular blacked out KIA logo on my EX. And I don't really get the appeal of the KLexus logo. I'll be sticking with what I have.

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[DeepSouthBulldawg]

It’s a great logo that (as mentioned above) moves the brand away from the Kia we’re all used to. Id love to know about replacing my ovals with this logo (after wrapping it of course).

 

[yosM45]

Isn't there a guy on here that makes the blacked out Klexus logos and sells them.

Can't he make a smaller new logo in black to match the Nightfall blackout color.