New Kia CEE'd has been spotted in South Korea

26 December 2017

The car will present in the spring of 2018

In the upcoming 2018, we can expect a lot of interesting new features. Among them will be the new generation Kia CEE'd. It is expected that the next version will be presented at the Geneva motor show, which is traditionally held in early may. But thanks to spy pictures, we have the possibility to admire this car now.

Previously it was assumed that the third-generation Kia CEE'd will be made in the style concept Kia proceed, presented a few months ago at the Frankfurt motor show. However, the production version was more restrained. By and large, following the CEE'd is not so significantly different from the existing one. At the same time, it is easy to see that all exterior panels have been changed.

On the new model to be released full-led headlights, which will be offered as an option. In Europe, the initial engine will be liter gasoline engine with a turbocharger. Power is rated at 120 horsepower. Will also be offered a 140-horsepower 1.4-liter version and a diesel engine 1.6 CRDi, issuing 136 HP. Buyers can choose between a six-speed "mechanics" and a seven-step "automatic".

From the model line will be launched three-door hatchback. Most likely, it will be replaced with a sports wagon (Shooting Brake), which will compete with models Hyundai i30 Fastback. Also do not rule out the emergence of cross-version with increased ground clearance. There are rumors about the preparation of the charged version with two-liter turbo engine from Hyundai i30 N.

The current generation Kia CEE'd (JD) issued in 2012. In 2015 the car was slightly updated. Judging by the numbers, the prototype of the future "Sid" was seen in South Korea. At the same time, the family Kia CEE'd was originally designed to conquer the European market. The success of the car is difficult to judge unambiguously. On the one hand, he in terms of sales, it significantly departs from the Volkswagen Golf, Opel Astra, Ford Focus and Peugeot 308. At the same time in 2015 was the one-millionth copy of the CEE'd.

A curious fact: despite the fact that the Korean company wanted to win with the Kia CEE'd market the Old world, the most popular of this model still uses in Russia: in our country accounts for about 20 % of sales.