# Who Makes Kia Engines And Are They The Same As Hyundai's?

> Since entering the U. S. market in 1986 and 1994, respectively, Hyundai and Kia have steadily worked their way up the automotive value chain.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1940891/are-kia-engines-same-as-hyundai-who-makes-them/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=68a34a14de7f779469a2d672)
- **Published:** 2025-08-18
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #hyundai #toyota #honda #kia #engines #makes #same #automotive
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