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Volume IX, Issue 2 - February 2015
Subaru Brand Earns Top Honors In Kelley Blue Book Resale
Awards
Subaru Earns Best Resale Value Brand and Three
Segment Awards for 2015
Cherry Hill, N.J. - January 23, 2015 - Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new and used vehicle information, has announced that Subaru has won its prestigious 2015 Best Resale Value Brand Award. In addition, Subaru has an impressive three models that have won 2015 Best Resale Value Awards in their respective categories:
Compact Car Category: 2015 Subaru Impreza
Sporty Compact Car Category: 2015 Subaru WRX
Mid-Size Car Category: 2015 Subaru Legacy
The Best Resale Value Awards recognize 2015 model-year vehicles for their projected retained value through the initial five-year ownership period. Since depreciation (or loss of value) is typically a car-buyer's primary expense during ownership, these awards, like all of KBB.com's new- and used-vehicle information, are designed to help consumers make more informed car-buying decisions.
You can see our entire lineup of Award Winning Subarus at Premier Subaru at 150 North Main Street, Branford, or dial us at 1(800) 411-4551.
Subaru Legacy and Kia Sorento two of only nine cars with zero fatalities
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has just released a report that showed out of the hundreds of models, only nine models total showed zero overall driver deaths per million registered vehicles. Subaru and KIA both have a vehicle that made the list - the Subaru Legacy and the KIA Sorento. It is also worth noting that another vehicle on the list, the Volvo XC90, is ALSO available through the Premier Auto Group in Watertown.
The Subaru Legacy is the ONLY midsize Sedan to make the list. The Kia Sorento and Volvo XC90 join the Toyota Highlander Hybrid as the only midsize SUV's that made the list.
For more information, or to see our available inventory, please contact us at (203) 315-2050 or at 1(800) 411-4551.
The all new 2016 KIA Sorento has arrived
Premier KIA is proud to announce that they have received a giant selection of brand new 2016 KIA Sorentos! These feature a stronger body structure with a longer length and wheelbase, allowing for increased cargo space. The Sorento is being made available in 5 trim levels, the L, LX, EX, SX, and SXL. The vehicle is also available in both front wheel drive and all wheel drive, as well as 5 passenger(with 4 liter engine) and 7 passenger(with V6 engine) forms. Other features that are available on certain Sorentos include KIA's award winning UVO(which has been upgraded with new features for 2016), the all new KIA app Connector(featuring Google Play and Sirius XM Travel Link), heated seats(as well as ventilated air cooled front seats), dual zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, and a 4-way headrest with one button adjustment.
The 2016 KIA Sorento was tested by The Fast Lane Car(www.tflcar.com) recently. They agree that the Sorento provides "a most pleasurable experience". The transmissions are smooth, thus heightening a satisfying performace. They were very impressed with the interior and the ride quality. The Fast Lane Car rates it a Buy It! - its best rating. You can contact us about our great supply of Sorentos by visting us at 165 North Main Street, Branford, or by dialing (203) 315-2050.
Premier Kia recognized as DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award Winner!
DealerRater, one of the leading websites for online reviews of Auto Dealerships across the country, has just announced that Premier Subaru and Premier KIA have both won the 2015 Consumer Satisfaction Award for their reviews and ratings in 2014.
DealerRater came out with this award to give consumers an opportunity to locate those dealers that have truly gone above and beyond for their customers. Consumer Satisfaction Awards will be given annually to the top 10 percent of U.S. new-car dealers based on their PowerScore, as well as all U.S. used-car and Canadian (new and used) car dealerships that meet DealerRater's Dealer of the Year criteria-receiving at least 25 annual reviews and maintaining an average PowerScore rating of 4.0 out of 5.0.
"We'd like to congratulate Premier Subaru and Premier KIA on being among our Consumer Satisfaction Award winners," said DealerRater CEO Gary Tucker. "DealerRater is where car shoppers learn from their peers regarding which dealers offer top-notch customer service, and now they can quickly identify that Premier Subaru and Premier KIA are two of the best in Connecticut."
These are some of the reviews you can see on our DealerRater page.
Feel free to visit our award-winning Dealerships or call us at 1(800) 411-4551 for Subaru and (203) 315-2050for KIA.
Pre-owned Specials
Premier Subaru KIA has a number of different options available in all makes and models. This month, we are focusing on some of the lost gems that are not too cheap, not too expensive, just right for your budget! One such option is the 2010 Dodge Caliber. This was a popular 5 passenger hatchback model. It includes an automatic transmission, plus remote keyless entry, tilt steering wheels, front side impact airbags, and traction control. It also has a CARFAX which shows just one previous owner.
Fast
Tracks Price: $10,200
We
also have a 2008 Nissan Altima 2.5S.
This car has just over 50,000 miles, and a smooth 4 cylinder engine with
automatic transmission. It also includes
air conditioning, remote keyless entry, and a full supply of safety features
like multiple airbags and anti-whiplash head restraints. The CARFAX is clean and we automatically give
you a 6 month, 6,000- mile nationwide limited powertrain warranty.
Fast Tracks Price: $11,600
This
is a 2011 Toyota Corolla S. This vehicle
includes heated door mirrors, fog lights, air conditioning, and power
moonroof. It also has a premium sound
system with 6 speakers for a sensational audio experience. Stability Control supplements the drivetrain
for added security in all environments.
This is a one owner vehicle with a great pedigree.
Fast Tracks Price: $10,900
Customer's Corner
Testimonials from Happy Customers!
Premier Subaru and Premier KIA have both previously won DealerRater's Dealer of the Year Award, and Kia was just announced as a Consumer Satisfaction Award winner! Please feel free to leave a happy testimonial about your experience for Subaru or for KIA.
I was pleasantly surprised at the excellent customer service at Premier Subaru. I purchased a 2014 Outback and drove away feeling very satisfied with the experience. Pete Delgado answered all of my questions in a respectful way, showing interest in my concerns. He was not pushy and did not rush me. He was very helpful. Rodney Pomerleau was helpful and extremely efficient with the financing and paperwork. I will recommend this dealer to my friends.
- Happy Satisfied Subaru Customer(name withheld upon request)
Traded in a 2011 Kia Soul (which I LOVED) and bought a brand new 2015 Kia Sorento from Premier - We couldn't be happier! The second my husband and I walked into the dealership, we got a good vibe. Everyone was extremely friendly. We ended up working with Mitch & Patrick. We were thrilled with them, really nice knowledgeable guys and they actually LISTENED to us. That was a big deal as we have had some disappointing experiences with other dealerships in the past. We told them exactly what we were looking for and that is exactly what we left with. Yes, of course they gave us all the options and suggested deals and features (we were REALLY surprised to hear that the 2016's were already on the lot!) That is their job, they did it well and at no point did we feel pressured. Patrick helped us get a great deal. I know the money stuff can be stressful, but he sure did work with us to get us where we needed to be, went above an beyond. One of the easiest and least stressful car buying experiences ever. I also want to mention that we had a remote car starter installed, it was on back order so we had to come back the following week for installation. Jamie in the service department was really very nice and helped to make the entire process painless. Mitch arranged for us to have use of a loaner car and that made things so easy. Once the starter was installed Andre was so nice and brave and stood outside with us in freezing weather to show us how to use it. I just really like how everyone in service and sales work together as a team. We have a Kia dealership about 8 minutes from our home. We chose Premier because we were dissapointed with the sales dept at that particular dealership. Premier is almost 40 minutes from our home. I was worried that it would be too inconvenient of a drive to have service done, but after our experience I am happy to cross the bridge to see our friends at Premier. Thanks!
Marla, Satisfied Kia Customer
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New Car Specials
Subaru Service and Parts Specials
TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT SPECIAL
$298.00!
Replace timing belt. Set timing and engine idle speed (as needed). Inspect water pump and drive belts. Inspect camshaft and crankshaft seals.
Valid only at Premier Subaru. Please present coupon at time of write-up. Cannot be combined with any other special. Prices may vary by model. Service will be completed per model specifications. Subaru Vehicles Only. Plus tax and hazardous waste. Not combinable with other offers. Prior Sales Excluded. Offer Expires 03/23/15.
Check out our Subaru Parts Warehouse for further information!
KIA Service and Parts Specials
KIA REMOTE ENGINE STARTER SPECIAL
15% OFF!
Don't be left out in the cold! This will start and warm your car from up to 400 feet away!
Kia Vehicles Only. Must Present Coupon at Time of Write-Up. Not combinable with other offers.
Prior Sales Excluded. Offer expires 02/28/2015.
Check out our Kia Parts Website at Kia Parts Website.
Adorable Adoptable Animals
Every month, we highlight a pet that is in need of a good home in the Branford area.
This is Sandy, and she is located at the Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter right here in Branford, Connecticut. She is a four year old female orange and white domestic short hair. She is very friendly and likes to have your attention! She also likes to play with toys. To find out more about Sandy, or pets like her, click here.
Special Service Benefits
Premier Subaru is proud to have one of New England's largest loaner car fleets - we currently have fifteen current model-year cars that you can use if you are in for a major service or for a major repair. These vehicles are continuously checked by us to ensure that they provide you with safe transportation. Also, if you have purchased from us, the use of these cars is absolutely free! Please ask next time that you are in our service department for more details.
- Brian Edward Canell, Editor-in-Chief since 2006
