It has to be admitted that in the field of entry-level compact cars, most models give us the impression of moderation, whether it is the exterior or the interior, the feeling to most consumers is very cheap, not related to high-end. In the joint venture compact sedan, Kia K3 is a veteran, not long ago the new generation of models has just highlighted, the new model has an important change, that is, get rid of the sense of cheapness.
Youthful and energetic appearance
Entry-level compact sedans rarely emphasize a sporty style, because they are not too close to the theme of the family. The new Kia K3 does the opposite, and in terms of design, its overall style is biased towards sporty youth.
The front face changes of the new Kia K3 are very obvious, its front face adopts a tiger roaring design, the air intake grille is flatter and blackened, and the sharp "eye-opening" headlights on both sides are also integrated with the grille, which looks like it has a good visual impact. The lower surround adopts a three-section shape, equipped with triangular deflectors on both sides and trapezoidal black air intakes in the middle, which is very stylish and sporty.
The headlight cluster is equipped with LED light sources, and the daytime running lights are also quite recognizable after they are lit.
The all-new Kia K3 is positioned as a compact sedan with a body size of 4666*1780*1450mm and a wheelbase of 2700mm. The line on the side of the car also follows the sports style, the overall design is more radical, the window line is decorated with chrome trim, with the upper back shape and five-spoke sports wheels, showing a better sense of sports fashion.
The rear of the new Kia K3 adopts through-type taillights, which is still relatively rare in this class of models. In addition, the rear of the new car also adopts an upturned "ducktail" design, which is also a sporty and fashionable style. The lower surround is decorated with a large area of black plaque, the exhaust layout adopts a hidden design, and the lower part is also equipped with a diffuser, and the atmosphere is still relatively full.
The interior emphasizes technology
This class of models is rarely outstanding in terms of cabin design, and due to cost constraints, there will not be too many surprises in materials and design. The performance of the all-new Kia K3 is decent, and the overall layout and design have not changed much.
It is worth mentioning that the Kia K3 cabin still has a surprise in terms of technology, and its car is equipped with a 10.25-inch full LCD instrument panel and a 10.25-inch floating central control screen, which brings a relatively full sense of technology.
The central control screen is built into other latest intelligent interconnection systems, which are cooperative with the system, and the built-in functions are relatively new, such as online music, online navigation and so on.
It is worth mentioning that the materials in the interior of other K3s are also relatively solid, wrapped with a large area of soft materials, and decorated with chrome trim, which looks very delicate and stylish, and the sense of grade is also reflected.
In terms of configuration, the top-equipped model of the real shot is still quite surprising. The car is equipped with wireless charging of mobile phones, L2+ intelligent driving assistance systems, seat heating, ventilation and steering wheel heating, which is really rich, and it is still rare in this class of models.
K3 is positioned as a compact sedan, the body length and wheelbase are considerable, and the legroom performance in the rear row is also relatively abundant, and daily travel is completely fine.
In terms of power, the all-new Kia K3 offers two power options: a 1.4T turbocharged engine and a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 103kW and 85kW respectively, and a 1.5L engine with a maximum torque of 144Nm, and the drivetrain is mated to a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission and CVT continuously variable transmission.
summary
In the joint venture compact sedan market, Kia K3 is relatively mature, and it has a relatively good reputation among the generations of models listed in China. The new generation of Kia K3 is still relatively large in terms of appearance and image, more young and fashionable, getting rid of the sense of cheapness, and the surprise brought in the configuration is not small. Therefore, for the selling point, its target group is also very obvious, that is, entry-level young consumers.