Federico Kia

What Federico Kia does

Federico Kia is a privately-held, single-location authorized Kia automobile dealership franchise headquartered at 1911 E Edwardsville Rd, Wood River, Illinois, serving retail consumers across the Metro East Illinois region and the adjacent St. Louis, Missouri metro market. The dealership sells the complete Kia vehicle lineup — including sedans (K4, K5), SUVs (Seltos, Sportage, Sorento, Telluride, EV9), the Carnival minivan, and the Niro crossover — across ICE, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric powertrain variants for 2026 and 2027 model years. Inventory indicators show 26+ Sorento units and 17+ K4 units in stock alongside other Kia models, supported by a Kia Certified Pre-Owned program that includes warranty coverage and 24-hour roadside assistance.

The dealership operates four integrated business functions under one roof: new vehicle sales, pre-owned vehicle sales, finance and leasing (through Kia Finance America and Capital One), and a service and parts department capable of maintaining traditional combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric Kia vehicles. Pricing follows standard manufacturer-suggested retail pricing with MSRPs ranging from approximately $24,635 (2026 Kia K4 LXS) to $40,070 (2026 Kia Sorento S), with factory incentives, finance examples at 7.5-7.61% APR over 84 months, and lease examples at 24-month terms with $3,695-$6,011 due at signing. Vehicle technology such as Kia Connect (remote access, smartphone integration) and Kia Drive Wise (ADAS including Lane Keep Assist and Collision Avoidance) are Kia-manufacturer features delivered through the dealership rather than proprietary to Federico Kia.

The go-to-market model is a traditional brick-and-mortar direct-to-consumer dealership supported by a digital presence on federicokia.com (built and maintained by Dealer eProcess), plus Facebook and YouTube channels for top-of-funnel engagement. Online tools include inventory search, finance applications, trade-in valuation, payment calculators, service scheduling, and brochure downloads. The dealership is independently owned with no disclosed parent company, venture capital backing, private equity involvement, or institutional investment events. The customer base consists primarily of individual retail buyers and families in the Metro East Illinois / St. Louis metro area, with documented repeat-purchase relationships and service department loyalty.

Name

Federico Kia

Legal name

Federico Kia

Website

https://federicokia.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Federico Kia is a privately-held, single-location authorized Kia dealership in Wood River, Illinois, selling new and certified pre-owned Kia vehicles plus financing, service, and parts to retail consumers across the Metro East Illinois and St. Louis metro markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Wood River

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. New Vehicle Sales: Sale of new Kia vehicles including SUVs, sedans, and hybrid/electric models to retail customers
2. Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales: Sale of certified pre-owned and used vehicles including cars, trucks, and SUVs with warranty coverage
3. Vehicle Financing and Leasing: Finance and lease arrangements through Kia Finance America and Capital One; arranges affordable payments customized to customer needs with various term options
4. Service and Maintenance: Auto repair, maintenance, and service department including traditional combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicle servicing
5. Parts and Accessories: Sale of Kia genuine parts, accessories, and components including tires, oil, and specialized parts
6. Trade-In Services: Competitive trade-in valuations for customer vehicles to facilitate purchases

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Federico Kia operates as a full-service Kia automobile dealership in Wood River, Illinois, selling new Kia vehicles, Kia Certified Pre-Owned vehicles, and providing in-house vehicle financing, maintenance and repair services, and genuine Kia parts. The dealership offers the complete Kia model lineup including sedans (K4, K5), SUVs (Sorento, Sportage, Seltos, Telluride, EV9), minivans (Carnival), and crossovers (Niro), spanning traditional gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric powertrains. Customers in the Metro East Illinois and St. Louis metro area can browse inventory online, schedule test drives, apply for financing, value trade-ins, and book service through the dealership's website and physical showroom.

Product overview

Federico Kia is a Kia automobile dealership offering a comprehensive portfolio of new Kia vehicles and certified pre-owned cars, trucks, and SUVs. The dealership sells the complete Kia model lineup including the Sorento, K4, K5, Seltos, Sportage, Carnival, Telluride, Niro, and EV9 models, with various powertrain options including traditional gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric variants. The product portfolio includes 2026 and 2027 model year vehicles. Beyond vehicle sales, the dealership provides integrated services including vehicle financing through Kia Finance America, full-service auto repair and maintenance (supporting traditional, hybrid, and electric vehicles), and genuine Kia parts and accessories. Vehicle technology offerings include Kia Connect (connected vehicle services) and Kia Drive Wise (advanced driver assistance systems). The dealership serves customers throughout the Metro East area including Wood River, Edwardsville, Alton, O'Fallon, and St. Louis.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kia Sorento Mid-size SUV available in ICE, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid variants. Features 4-cylinder 2.5L gasoline engine with FWD or AWD options, seating for 6-7 passengers, and advanced safety features including Lane Keep Assist and Collision Avoidance.
• Kia K4 Compact sedan available in LXS, EX, GT-Line, and GT-Line Turbo trims. Features 4-cylinder 2.0L engine with FWD, achieving 26-30 MPG fuel economy.
• Kia K4 Hatchback Compact hatchback variant of the K4 sedan with sportier body style.
• Kia K5 Mid-size sedan with modern styling and efficient powertrains.
• Kia Seltos Subcompact SUV with available hybrid powertrain options and advanced connectivity features.
• Kia Sportage Compact SUV available in ICE, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid variants. Features advanced driver assistance and modern technology.
• Kia Carnival Minivan/MPV available in ICE and hybrid variants. Offers spacious seating for up to 8 passengers with premium interior features.
• Kia Telluride Full-size SUV with seating for up to 8 passengers. Available in ICE and hybrid variants with available X-Line and X-Pro off-road trims.
• Kia Niro Compact crossover available in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric variants. Offers efficient powertrain options for environmentally conscious drivers.
• Kia EV9 Full-size electric SUV built on dedicated EV platform. Offers three rows of seating and long-range battery options.
• Kia Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles Pre-owned Kia vehicles that have passed rigorous inspection with warranty coverage and 24-hour roadside assistance included.
• Finance Department Vehicle financing services through Kia Finance America (and Capital One for qualifying buyers), offering competitive rates, lease arrangements, and customized payment plans for new and pre-owned vehicles.
• Service Department Full-service auto repair facility with technicians trained on Kia vehicles. Services traditional combustion, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles, including preventative maintenance, oil changes, and recall work.
• Parts Department Genuine Kia parts and accessories ordering service with a tire center and parts specials available to retail and service customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Kia Certified Pre-Owned vehicles include warranty coverage and 24-hour roadside assistance
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Kia MotorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKia is the vehicle manufacturer whose products Federico Kia sells as an authorized dealership. The partnership grants Federico Kia the right to sell new Kia vehicles, use Kia branding, access Kia financing programs, and provide Kia-certified service and parts.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AutoNation: Largest US franchised auto dealer with hundreds of stores across multiple OEM brands. National footprint and scale advantages in inventory financing, F&I product attach, and digital marketing make it a broad incumbent peer for any franchised dealer business model.
• Penske Automotive Group: Diversified automotive retailer with franchised dealerships in the US, UK, and other markets. Comparable new vehicle, finance, and service operations. Relevant as a large-cap public benchmark for the broader dealership industry economics.
• Sonic Automotive: US franchised dealer group with new vehicle, used vehicle (EchoPark), and F&I segments. Same core franchise dealer business model as Federico Kia, with a parallel used-car digital channel that signals where the format may evolve.
• Group 1 Automotive: Multi-brand franchised dealer group operating in the US and UK. Comparable business model (new + used vehicle sales, F&I, service, parts) at much greater scale, making it a broad incumbent reference for dealer economics and unit economics benchmarks.
• Lithia Motors: National franchised dealer group with hundreds of stores across the US and a strong digital retail platform (Driveway). Provides a benchmark for what scaled, multi-brand, omnichannel dealership operations look like — a broad incumbent peer to a single-location dealer.

Regional players

• Bommarito Automotive Group: Multi-brand franchised dealer group operating in the St. Louis metro, the same geography Federico Kia serves. Operates Kia and other franchises with comparable sales/service/parts store formats, making it the closest direct regional competitor for new vehicle capture share.
• Suntrup Automotive Group: St. Louis area multi-brand franchised dealer group with full sales, service, and parts operations. Competes head-to-head with Federico Kia for walk-in and digital traffic in the Metro East Illinois / St. Louis metro trade area.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCfZmUChaHpyuYWJMn5h7n2g
• Facebookfacebook.com/federicokia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/federico-kia

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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