like that, the next generation Kia Ceed?

The Korean manufacturer unveils the Kia K4 5DR, a five-door compact version of the Kia K4 sedan intended for the American market, and which could replace the Kia Ceed.

A few days ago, Kia revealed the news Kia K4compact sedan that will make its world debut at the 2024 New York Auto Show If the latter is intended for the American market, the Kia K4 5DR (for “5 doors”, or “5 doors” in French) is its hatchback version with five doors: this should be launched on the European market, as instead of Kia Ceedalso known as Kia K3 or Forte.

The compact 5-door hatchback version has been revealed

The current generation of the Kia Ceed was launched in 2018, then benefited from a mid-career facelift in 2021. Its replacement is now expected in Europe, and should take on the lines of the 5-door Kia K4.
Like its flagship version, this new Kia K4 5DR is distinguished by its assertive and aggressive design, in line with the brand’s latest offerings, the flagship EV9. In front we find a sports shield, accompanied by a LED lighting signature T-shape: this resembles the light signature of the L of the rear lights, which has the effect of visually widening the car, while giving it a more futuristic look once it is launched on the road.
The design of this 5-door version is more the same at the back: we get a small styling tip that includes painting part of the rear pillars in black, to make “floating” roof.. The rear fenders are muscular, while its rear fenders are hidden, which gives it a more sporty look.

Kia K4 5DR: modern and technological

On board, we find the environment of the latest models of Kia, with a horizontal dashboard that combines large. 29.7 inch display panel : this brings together the instrument cluster screen (12.3 inches), the touch screen (12.3 inches) of the integrated information system, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay wirelessly, not to mention the smaller 5.1 inch screen between the two, which allows you . control the weather.
We also find a range of technologies, including the presence of 29 advanced driver assistance systemswhich include intelligent cruise control, lane keeping assist, an autonomous emergency braking system that detects pedestrians and cyclists, lane departure assist, blind spot collision warning, or a 360 camera ° Surround-View.
Under the hood, the American version offers a gasoline engine of 2.0 liters developing 147 horsepower and 179 Nm of torque, mated to a continuously variable IVT gearbox. The second 1.6-liter turbo petrol engine develops 190 horsepower and 264 Nm of torque, and is linked to an 8-speed automatic transmission. However, we should get it on the European version different enginesit was adapted to the market of the Old Continent and its strict rules: gasoline, hybrids or even 100% electric.

Kia K4 and Kia K4 5DR will be delivered at 2024 New York Auto Showwhich will open its doors to the public from March 29 to April 7, 2024. They will go on sale in the United States in the second half of 2024. A replacement for the European Kia Ceed should follow in 2025.