Challenge HR-V and Juke, KIA Ready Presents KX3

 

Trends compact SUV or crossover vehicle that is now rising, apparently observed by KIA. This South Korean manufacturer is reportedly preparing to release KIA KX3. Leaked looks even been caught on camera while being tested in China.

KIA concept version of KX3 actually been exhibited in the event Guangzho Auto Show, last November. KIA was now ready to bring the production version to the market in early 2015.

This crossover appearance has not changed much with that exhibited some time ago, but there are small changes that do like the fog lights, headlamp cluster design, and stop lamp.

KIA KX3 performed with tiger nose grille design that blends with the typical KIA bumper. On the left and right side below the bumper mounted fog lamps are large. The body also look big like a tough SUV.

Using the base of the 'brother', Hyundai iX25, KIA KX3 projected to compete with other rivals in the same segment as the Honda HR-V, Nissan Juke, and Ford EcoSport.

Citing autoevolution, KIA KX3 be pinned 1.600cc gasoline engine that is capable of supplying power 123 hp with a maximum torque of 151 Nm. This machine will be given the option of a 6-speed manual transmission and 6-speed automatic.

To provide an attractive option for potential customers, KIA also prepared a 1600 cc turbocharged engine that is more powerful with 200 hp power and 264 Nm of torque. This version will be pinned automatic transmission 7-speed DCT.

Unfortunately, until now the KIA has not confirmed the launch time and also the price of this newest crossover.