KIA confused us launching a KIA K3 in Mexico last week and showing what it was the 7th generation Rio Sedan (codenamed as BL7) renamed as K3 for strategic markets. Now we have new pictures of the “real K3” which is the next-gen Forte/Cerato sedan that after all could be renamed as K4. This rendering was made by our colleagues at NYMammoth. The new Kia K3 was revealed on August 8th at 8:00 pm in Mexico City, aligning with Kia’s 8th anniversary celebration in the region. Initially expected as Forte Sedan successor, the All-New Kia K3 sedan will combine sophisticated design and a spacious interior, redefining market segments and drawing attention from upper-segment buyers but it is not confirmed that will arrive into the U.S.
Codenamed as CL4, the real Kia K3 (that could be renamed as K4) is a vehicle that will carry over the current generation in terms of chassis and powertrain, despite minor updates and the possibility to include a Hybrid variant. Following what Kia have done with the Optima/K5 nameplate, it was expected to be renamed as K3, but that will depend if KIA decides to sold the Mexican K3 in U.S too. Read more...
Codenamed as CL4, the real Kia K3 (that could be renamed as K4) is a vehicle that will carry over the current generation in terms of chassis and powertrain, despite minor updates and the possibility to include a Hybrid variant. Following what Kia have done with the Optima/K5 nameplate, it was expected to be renamed as K3, but that will depend if KIA decides to sold the Mexican K3 in U.S too. Read more...