The future of Kia
Introducing our all new flagship saloon; a bold and futuristic design from Kia that combines slick style and stunning performance. The models exudes confidence, elegance and athleticism with a streamlined profile. While simple, fluid lines and distinctive design features put this new saloon in a class of it’s own.
But stunning good looks aren’t this model’s only attributes; its lightweight body shell uses high-tensile-strength steel for structural integrity, torsional rigidity, better handling and refined ride. Add to that a range of thoughtful touches including features to help reduce noise vibration and the choice of two all-new petrol and diesel engines and this could be your dream car.
Sleek and Streamlined Exterior
The all-new flagship saloon projects a high-performance yet elegant image with its unique silhouette and sleek stance that builds upon Kia Motors’ philosophy of creating high quality and dynamic vehicles that evoke passion. The striking face features Kia’s bold signature grille that is flanked by projector headlamps.
Kia Motors is to unveil a dramatic 2+2 sports coupe concept - the work of Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer - at the IAA in Frankfurt on Tuesday 11 September.
Revealing a first 'preview image' of the car, Schreyer said: "Kia has given me the opportunity to shape its whole brand design and character. Seldom does a designer have such a clean sheet to work with.
"We started this exciting journey with the Kia ex_cee'd cabrio concept at the Geneva Show back in March, and at Frankfurt I'm sure Kia will surprise the entire automotive world when people see our new sports coupe concept in the metal."
The new concept - its name remains secret for now - has an imposing road presence and was designed by Schreyer at Kia's Frankfurt Design studio and was built in Europe.
Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer said: "As we were given the assignment to develop themes for a compact hybrid sedan, we wanted a sporty hybrid, something that would actually be very, very desirable – not appliance like.
Intuitively, my first thoughts were to focus on creating a cabin that was extremely lightweight, airy, and very modern. I explored lean, less conventional forms, which challenge traditional interior masses. This being a concept vehicle, I also incorporated the latest technologies, which became a driving point for the theme development.
My initial inspirational imagery for the interior consisted of wind farms, futuristic aerospace vehicles, touch panel displays and modern furniture. The modern forms, construction methods, technologies and statements made by these products set the course for a futuristic and research oriented approach to this interior.
The center console, door armrest, and overhead console have a floating feel to continue the theme of lightness and airiness. All of which incorporate touch panel switches in place of traditional switchgear. With such a slippery exterior design, I felt it appropriate to echo this aesthetic in the interior with very fluid forms, reinforcing the sportiness and athleticism of the vehicle. We wanted a continuous flow exterior to interior, so the hexagon motif that is used throughout the exterior is extended into the interior details. A warm felt floor accents the light interior palette."