Kia's in top form. The brand's next opus will shortly be unveiled in Geneva in the shape of a new Concept, the No.3. With a much more European flavour, it marks a step forward in Kia's design language. The diminutive minivan the size of a
Mercedes-Benz B-Class features five seats and an enormous panoramic roof that will evidently make it into production. The brand's DNA is only recognizable in the grille and the opening under the front light clusters recently introduced in the lineup. The Concept hints at the future of Kia's products over the next few years.
Created in Kia's design centre in Europe, the No.3 is taking on the stars of the European market, including the Citroën C3 Picasso. The Concept is in all likelihood built on the Kia Cee'd platform, unfortunately not available here in North America. Kia has played things close to the chest with the No.3, so we don't have any information on its engine. However, a production version of the No.3 is expected at the Frankfurt show.
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