Friday, February 18, 2011

New 2011 Geneva Motor Show: Kia Europe Gives Sneak Peak of 2012 Rio Hatchback

Nice. It is a general response to the recent release of photos brand new Kia Rio.



Like the rest of Kia recent product introductions, acceptance Kia family face and style. This is a corporate sports grille, flanked by headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights. Three air-shaped, lower front fenders provide comprehensive and robust to support the new Rio looks sporty.

From the figure, Kia said, we can say that Rio looks like a sport should too. Take seems to be designed for the convenience and style to fit - it's so steep rake that the Ford Fiesta, but not as upright as the Volkswagen GTI. A new line running from the front wheels only construction continues on the rear and the tailgate. Generally, the new Rio looks good, and differs significantly from the current Rio5 is very smooth and edgy style.

"This new model is a big step forward," said Lee Soon-Nam, president of Kia in the overseas market. "Rio is always a success, and with this new incarnation, we have a car that is very attractive for people who want to buy for their appearance."

Unfortunately, four-door hatchback model shown here can not come to America, like previous Rio5 sales were rather tepid. Sedan model with two-door hatchback is scheduled, and no one. Kia introduces Bodywork is leading the market later.

Body of engines will range from the market, but with different engines are planned. The U.S. must KIA 1.6-liter direct injection I-4 that produces 140 horsepower and is available in the new Hyundai Elantra. Kia is planning a new 1.2-liter I-4 compressor that can be imported into the U.S. after 2012.

For the full press release can be seen below. Check out the brand new 2012 Kia Rio, in at least four-door hatchback variant of the Geneva Motor Show debut in March this year. Kia has not disclosed when the car goes on sale.


First pictures of the brand new Kia Rio was released

(Seoul), February 11, 2011 - Kia Motors Corporation today announced that the first official photos coming new generation of Rio, which is a bold and distinctive personality as a rookie in line with other leading design-led range of Kia models.

Responsible for the hard work to the outstanding international success in sales than the previous generation models to improve the new Kia Rio is available in three body styles (3 -, 4 - or 5-door, depending on the market) and is designed to involving customers worldwide.

The new Rio has its own interpretation of the Kia signature grille, headlights integrated with a new design approach families of Kia. In profile, the relationship between the glass body and a strong wedge shape of a new dynamic Rio sporting attitude. Windows graphics, long wheelbase and the overall proportions generated "premium" presence ", which is rare in this segment. In general, the new Rio combines European elegance with Korean spices to create a form language that communicates with a Latin flair.

The new model has a longer wheelbase by 70 mm (up to 2570 mm) and promises a more personal space and comfort, along with increased transport capacity to 292 liters (hatchback) and 390 l (sedan). The outer dimensions of change: 55 mm (total length) -15 mm (height) and 25 mm (total width) to increase the sense of sportsmanship.

Inside, the new model of high quality previously associated with older models - and a wide selection of trim options.

Kia is a B-segment of the newcomers will be a wide range of six fuel-efficient and low-CO2 engines - 1.1-liter diesel engine delivers 70 horsepower in Europe, 1.6-liter gasoline engine produces 140 hp GDI for North America - with driving range tailored to best suit individual markets and local consumer preferences. All new, high-performance 1.2-liter turbocharged gasoline direct injection (GDI) will be available in Europe since the 2012th

Nam-Soon Lee, director of overseas marketing, Kia Motors Corporation, said: "This new model is a major step forward in Rio was always a success, and with this new incarnation, we have a car that is very attractive for people who wants to buy his appearance .. "Since its launch in 2005, had worldwide sales of current generation Rio more than 860 000 units. This is the third best selling car in overseas markets in 2010 with a turnover of more than 219 000 units.

World premiere of the new Kia Rio will be celebrated at the Geneva Motor Show Tuesday, March 1, 2011 - another innovation for Kia, the next generation Picanto city car - during the conference, held at 16.15 (CET) on state of Kia in Hall 6 also presented in Geneva and its European debut, innovative hybrid version of the breathtaking Kia Optima sedan planned for sale in the U.S. market later this year.


Kia Motors Corporation (www.kia.com) - producer of quality vehicles for the young-at-heart - was founded in 1944 and is Korea's oldest manufacturer of motor vehicles. Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group, Kia aims to become one of the biggest brands in the world. More than 2.1 million vehicles per year are produced in 13 manufacturing and assembly facilities in eight countries, which are then sold through a network of distributors and dealers over 172 countries. Kia today has over 44,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of 20 billion U.S. dollars. This is the main sponsor of the Australian Open and the official automotive partner of FIFA - the governing body FIFA World Cup ™. Kia Motors Corporation slogan - "The Power to Surprise" - represents the company strives to exceed customer expectations through continuous automotive innovation.
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