While it’s always nice to get a vehicle referral from a family member or friend, a celebrity endorsement can make all the difference. From basketball stars to well-known actors, Kias have parked themselves in the garages of many celebrity homes. Read on to learn which celebrities enjoy stepping behind the wheel of a Kia. 
LeBron James
Whether or not you’re a sports fan, there’s no way you haven’t heard the name LeBron James. Known as one of the greatest NBA players of all-time, this Los Angeles Laker has made a name for himself on the court and, apparently, on the road. Though the baller does commercials for the luxury Kia K900, he actually drove the sedan around before the endorsement deal was inked. James prides himself on authenticity, and endorsing a vehicle he has in his collection is just the ticket.
The Kia K900 comes with several high-end features to make you feel like you’re living in luxury. In terms of entertainment, the vehicle features a 12.3-inch touch screen display, Lexicon Logic 7 Premium Surround Sound with 17 speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth connectivity. The Kia K900 also has a Nappa leather seat trim; wood finishing; and a wood, leather-wrapped, and heated steering wheel. If it’s good enough for “King James,” it’s probably good enough for you.
Angela Lansbury
No matter your age, you can always drive around in style. This is the apparent motto for legendary actress Angela Lansbury. While the 94 year-old is known for her roles in “Beauty and the Beast,” “Murder, She Wrote,” “Nanny McPhee,” and “Bedknobs and Broomsticks,” she’s also known for driving around a cream-colored Kia Soul.
The 2020 Kia Soul is a hatchback vehicle that prioritizes form and overall performance. Under the hood, you get a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine or a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. You also have access to an assortment of transmissions like a six-speed manual, seven-speed automatic, or a continuously variable transmission.
Christopher Walken
In a Super Bowl commercial for the 2016 Kia Optima, the South Korean brand embraced puns with the help of iconic actor Christopher Walken. Through the use of authenticity and humor, the Optima received a stamp of approval from Walken, who is known for roles like “Pulp Fiction,” “Catch Me If You Can,” and “Wedding Crashers.”
The latest Kia Optima comes with a variety of notable features like a standard 8-inch display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, automatic emergency braking, and high beam assist. Under the hood, you get three engine options: a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. With an endorsement from Walken himself, how can you go wrong with an Optima?
Whether or not these celebrities have official or unofficial endorsement deals, their desire to get behind the wheel of a Kia says it all. Stop by Crain Kia of Sherwood to check out these Kia models today. We’re happy to answer your automotive questions and get you behind the wheel in no time.
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