New Kia Picanto will get the looks in the style of Rio.
The exterior of the new compact hatchback Kia Picanto will be executed in style of hatchback Rio the fourth generation, which is Korean brand launched in September.
First the “Picanto” is published on the Kia World forum.
The exterior of the Picanto will be more “sporty” compared to the previous generation model. The machine gets a narrow grille, which passes into the led headlights, and new bumpers. Exhaust pipes will be increased.
The wheelbase will be longer, which will increase space for feet of rear passengers and Luggage capacity. In addition, it will be a completely redesigned interior. To change the layout of the front panel, the shape of the ducts will be a new “tidy”. Will also improve the quality of finishing materials.
In the engine range, according to preliminary data, will include three-cylinder engine capacity of one litre, which is available for the Kia Rio and Hyundai i20 platform and develops, depending on boost, 100 and 120 horsepower. In addition, it will be available in 1.25-liter “four” capacity of 87 horsepower.
Premiere of the Kia Picanto new generation will take place in 2017. Presumably public demonstration will be held in March at the Geneva motor show.
