Monday, May 23, 2011

Kia unveils K2 sedan in Shanghai

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Kia Motors and its Chinese joint venture Dongfeng Yueda Kia, K2 introduced the new B-segment sedan in 2011 Shanghai Motor Show.

Based on the same platformas brand new Rio was the new K2 designed and manufactured for the Chinese market and the production in a factory for the production of Dongfeng Yueda Kia in Jiangsu Province in early June this year to enter. 5-door hatchback later this year.

Speaking to journalists during a conference in Shanghai Motor Show, Kia said Hyoung-Keun Lee, vice president of Kia Motors, "We believe that this is a completely new model for China would help build the momentum required Kia not only remain one of the fastest growing brands in China, but also up 10 cars in the domestic market in terms of quality and customer satisfaction. "

Measuring 4370 millimeters (total length) 1700 mm (overall width) 1460 mm (total height), K2 is longer, wider and lower than the previous generation Rio has the longest wheelbase (2570 mm) in its class. Extended format makes K2 claims best-in-class cabin space and enough trunk 500 liters (VDA). The property is improved thanks to the 60:40 split-folding rear seat.

K2 will be available in six trim levels, or 1.4-liter, 107 hp or 1.6-liter engine with 123 horsepower coupled to a Gamma manual or automatic transmission

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