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Finding a Kia dealer near Southport, Indiana that treats you like a neighbor instead of a number should not take a full weekend of driving around. At Ray Skillman Southside Kia, we keep the process short, the answers honest, and the pressure off.
Ray Skillman opened his first store on U.S. 31 back in 1979, and this stretch of highway has been home base ever since. Plenty has changed around Perry Township in the years that followed. The way we treat people who walk through the door has not.
Picking a Kia dealer really comes down to whether the folks behind the desk are straight with you. Whether you are replacing a commuter that finally gave out or shopping for your first SUV with a third row, we would rather ask questions than deliver a pitch.
The current Kia lineup covers a lot of ground. Small crossovers like the Seltos and Sportage handle daily errands, the Telluride and Carnival carry the whole family, and the EV6 and EV9 bring real all-electric range to drivers ready for it. Browse what is on the lot online, then come drive the ones that catch your eye.
Not every budget calls for a brand-new car, and that is fine by us. Our used selection includes Kia Certified Pre-Owned models backed by extended factory coverage, plus quality trade-ins from other brands. Every vehicle gets inspected before it reaches the front line. Take a look online and tell us what stands out to you.
Credit histories are rarely simple, and ours is a finance office that has seen just about all of them. We work with a wide range of lenders to secure terms that fit your monthly numbers rather than stretching them. Start the secure application from home and walk in with most of the paperwork already handled.
Your current vehicle is worth something, and putting that value toward the next one usually softens the payment more than people expect. Use our online trade tool for a starting figure, then bring the car by so we can confirm it in person. We handle the payoff and title work from there.
Oil changes, brake jobs, alignments, and the repairs nobody plans for all run through our service drive. Our technicians train on Kia vehicles specifically, so they know these engines and electronics without guessing. Schedule online at whatever hour works for you, and we will have a bay ready when you pull in.
The parts counter stocks factory components built for your exact model, from filters and wiper blades to accessories that make a Kia feel more like yours. Doing the work yourself? Order what you need and grab it when it lands. Our team can also track down anything we do not keep on the shelf.
Kia has earned its reputation the hard way over the past decade, and the vehicles are the reason. Bold styling, long warranty coverage, and one of the widest electrified lineups in the business have turned the brand into a genuine first choice rather than a fallback. A single test drive usually makes the case better than any sales sheet could.
Driving around here means U.S. 31, a fair amount of stop-and-go once the school buses are out, and a quick hop onto I-65 when the weekend calls for it. That mix shapes what we stock and how we advise. Here is a look at what sits on our lot and what our departments take care of.
| Category | What You Will Find |
|---|---|
| Sedans and Hatchbacks | K4, K4 Hatchback, K5 |
| Small SUVs and Crossovers | Seltos, Soul, Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-In Hybrid |
| Larger Family SUVs | Sorento, Telluride, Telluride Hybrid |
| Minivans | Carnival, Carnival Hybrid |
| Hybrids and Plug-In Hybrids | Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-In Hybrid, plus hybrid versions of Sportage, Telluride, and Carnival |
| All-Electric Models | EV6, EV9, Niro EV |
| Kia Certified Pre-Owned | Late-model Kia vehicles backed by extended factory warranty coverage |
| Used Cars, Trucks, and SUVs | Inspected pre-owned vehicles from a range of manufacturers, including budget-friendly options |
Our departments handle the rest of ownership, from the first oil change to the accessory you decide you cannot live without.
| Service | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Routine Maintenance | Oil and filter changes, tire rotations, fluid checks, multi-point inspections |
| Brakes, Tires, and Alignment | Pad and rotor replacement, tire mounting and balancing, wheel alignment |
| Engine and Transmission Work | Diagnostics, transmission service, belts, hoses, cooling system repair |
| Battery and Electrical | Battery testing and replacement, charging system checks, hybrid and EV support |
| Genuine Kia Parts | Factory parts, accessories, filters, wiper blades, special orders |
| Finance and Trade Help | Secure credit application, trade appraisal, payment estimates, buying power tool |
| Online Convenience | Service scheduling, parts ordering, trade valuation, vehicle search |
Ray Skillman Auto Group has grown into one of the country’s Top 100 dealer groups with 17 franchises spread across central Indiana, and the south side is still home. The people who sell you a car are the same ones you run into at the ballfield, the grocery store, and the school fundraiser. That connection keeps us honest.
Come by, take a couple of models out on U.S. 31, ask the questions you really want answered, and leave when you are ready. No stalling, no runaround. That is what being your Kia dealer means to us. Stop by and see us today.
Ray Skillman Southside Kia sits right on U.S. 31, a short drive. We are the Kia dealer nearest to most Perry Township neighborhoods, with new models, certified pre-owned vehicles, and a full service department on one lot. The trip takes a few minutes and saves you a run across town.
You will find the current Kia lineup, including the Seltos, Soul, Sportage, Sorento, Telluride, Carnival, K4, and K5, along with the all-electric EV6, EV9, and Niro EV. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions are offered on several of those models. Our team can walk you through how they differ.
We do. Our finance office works with a wide range of lenders and sees every kind of credit history, from first-time buyers to people rebuilding after a rough stretch. Fill out the secure application online and we can tell you where you stand before you spend an afternoon here.
Of course. Our service drive welcomes any Kia no matter where it was bought, and we handle plenty of other makes too. Our technicians train on these vehicles specifically and install genuine Kia parts. Book a time online whenever it is convenient for you.
Start with our online trade valuation tool for a ballpark number. Bring the vehicle by and we will confirm the figure in person, since condition, mileage, and options all move the needle. If you decide to trade, we take care of the payoff and title paperwork.
Everything sits together off U.S. 31 with quick access from I-65, so a test drive, a trade appraisal, and a finance conversation can happen in a single visit. Ray Skillman Southside Kia keeps sales, service, and parts under one roof. Most people are in and out faster than they planned.
Community support has been part of this group from the start. Ray Skillman Auto Group has put more than $3 million toward central Indiana schools, parks, food banks, and youth sports in recent years, with much of it landing on the south side. Buying here keeps some of that support close to home.