“A face that resembles Sorento” Kia, next-generation compact sedan ‘K3 full change (K4)’ captured in Korea

[M Today Reporter Choi Tae-in] A camouflage test car for the ‘K3 Full Change (K4)’ model that Kia will be introducing next year has been newly spotted in Korea.

The K3 full-change camouflage test car, which was recently posted on the online car community Namcha Cafe, has significantly improved marketability such as the latest family look design, fastback-style silhouette, and panoramic curved display, and it is reported that the car name will be changed to ‘K4’.

Looking at the exterior, the front has a vertical headlamp design that resembles the recently released Kia Morning Full Change and Sorento Facelift. The graphics are equipped with Kia’s signature star map lighting daytime running lights (DRL) and full LED lamps. In addition, the tiger face family look was completed with a slim radiator grill.

The front bumper also has a sporty look with a dynamic design and large air intakes in a honeycomb pattern.

The side part has a fastback style featuring a smooth roof line and window line (DLO). The silhouette is reminiscent of the K5 or Stinger. The quarter glass has a unique shape that rises sharply as it touches the rear glass.

In addition, the sleek character line and hidden door handle hidden toward the second-row door pillar are also unique. The wheels are also sleek and have a pinwheel shape.

At the rear, the ‘ㄱ’ shaped tail lamp makes its presence known, and the interior graphics emphasize a future-oriented atmosphere with horizontal lines and a comb-shaped diagonal pattern like the new Seltos or new Sorento.

The license plate is located at the bottom of the bumper, and the rear bumper is expected to have a relatively sporty style like the front, including a diffuser. The muffler is a hidden type.

Based on previously captured spy shots, the interior features a panoramic curved display that integrates the digital instrument panel and center display into one and a new design steering wheel. In addition, it is expected to be equipped with the latest convenience and safety specifications and driver assistance systems.

In addition, the Kia K3 Full Change uses the same 3rd generation new platform as Hyundai Motor Company’s Avante, making the car body significantly larger than before.

Depending on the global market, the powertrain will be operated by a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder gasoline naturally aspirated or turbo engine and a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder gasoline naturally aspirated engine, and the hybrid model has not yet been determined. Additionally, the launch of electric vehicle and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models is expected.

The Kia K3 full change will be revealed next year, and its domestic launch has not yet been determined.