Alaina Southern
Alaina Southern at Regal Kia Lakeland

Alaina Southern

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Regal Kia Lakeland

1025 Bartow Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801

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3.3
25 Reviews

Dealership Experience

9 yrs, 10 mos

Industry Experience

9 yrs, 10 mos

3.3

25 Reviews

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25 Reviews of Alaina Southern

October 01, 2025

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They are not always perfect. But no matter the situation or problem, they always make it right in the end More

by norskbear
Recommend Dealer
Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Jorge Benitez, Misty Osborne

Oct 02, 2025

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Thank you! We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you with any questions or future vehicle needs. Thank you for choosing Regal Kia Lakeland.

July 31, 2025

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I’m completely dissatisfied with my experience at this dealership. After realizing I made a poor decision, I asked about returning the car and getting my old one back. Instead of support, I received hosti More

by vivavalarie
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No

Other Employees Tagged: Meleke Dennis , Matt in Finance

Aug 04, 2025

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

I'm truly sorry to hear about your experience and the lack of support you received. This is not the level of professionalism or empathy we strive for, and I apologize for any distress caused. We would like to address this matter further with you directly if you're open to it. Please feel free to reach out at your convenience so we can work towards a resolution together. Thank you, Santos Rivera - Service Lane Manager - 863-340-1465

July 01, 2025

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Ongoing Damage, Lack of Accountability, and Poor Service at Regal Kia I am writing this review to express my deep frustration and disappointment with the service department at Regal Kia, and to make othe More

by ivemarramirez
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No
Jul 02, 2025

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Ivemar, I'm truly sorry to hear about your experience and the challenges you've faced with our service department. Your concerns are important to us, and I apologize for any lack of communication or accountability on our part. Please reach out directly so we can address this matter promptly and work towards a resolution together. Thank you, Santos Rivera - Service Lane Manager - (863) 808-1213

April 16, 2024

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The physical plant needs remodeling. Sales staff dress doesn’t give the appearance of professionalism. More

by lskidmor
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No

Other Employees Tagged: Jonathan Benitez, Srecko Bokun , Gibran Rivera

Apr 19, 2024

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Thank you so much for bringing this issue to our attention. We appreciate your feedback, as it’s helping us to improve and ensure a better experience for you next time.

March 27, 2024

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Everyone was great to work with. From our salesperson Manny to the finance manager. Everything went smoothly More

by Madisonj
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Yes
Apr 03, 2024

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Manny and the finance manager provided you with excellent service and that everything went smoothly during your visit.

August 31, 2023

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I have always had great service at Regal Kia. The employees are fast, efficient and friendly. More

by Jerry Mills
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Jonathan Benitez, Jorge Benitez, Jeremy Mahr , Cris Aviso, Gabe Dejesus, Carlos Iona, Pedro Jenner, Kelsey Johnson

Sep 07, 2023

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Thank you!

January 29, 2023

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Awesome dealership good customer service friendly quick professional. Timely. No hassle courtesy efficient knowledge good More

by none3
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Yes
Feb 16, 2023

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Thanks for choosing Regal KIA!

November 22, 2022

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It was very nice experience. Everybody was friendly and helpful and gave you felling that everything will be done properly. More

by DUBI66
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: Chris Boswell

Nov 29, 2022

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Thank you for choosing Regal Kia!

July 01, 2022

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They worked deliberately to get me at a payment I could afford. Thanks to Alana, David, Gabe, and, Issa. More

by Natasha
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Yes

Other Employees Tagged: David, Gabe, Issa

Jul 05, 2022

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

Congratulations on your new Telluride, you are going to LOVE it!!

June 21, 2022

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Bad experience/car shutting off while driving, no answers/ bad attitudes when I was just concerned More

by babe_gurl1500
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No

Other Employees Tagged: Jeff Soloj

Jun 22, 2022

Regal Kia Lakeland responded

We are just as concerned which is why our Service Manager paid for a rental vehicle and drove it over 50 miles to try to duplicate the concern.

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