Kia releases first renderings of next premium sedan

[Sal Collaziano]

PRESS RELEASE:

KIA MOTORS RELEASES FIRST IMAGES OF ALL-NEW MODEL

Kia Motors has today released the first images of its new premium saloon due to go on sale in Korea at the end of the year.

The new model, currently known by its code name VG, was shown in concept form at the Seoul Motor Show earlier this year and is set to replace the existing Opirus model in Korean, North American and European markets.

"VG clearly demonstrates the next stage in Kia's design evolution and showcases our new design principle of 'sophistication by simplicity'. The exterior is a seamless blend of powerful front, sleek profile and sophisticated but simple rear lines to create an elegant and luxurious appearance," commented Hyoung Keun Lee, Senior Executive Vice President and COO of International Business Division at Kia Motors Corporation.

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[Advocate225]

I do recall seeing photos of this car as an auto show concept earlier this year. This will be the KIA version of the Azera.

Isn't KIA also supposed to have a RWD auto, using a shortened Genesis chasis that will be sized to compete with the BMW 3, Infiniti G37, etc.?

 

[etatauri]

Dare I put exciting and Kia in the same sentence? It this car comes out similar to the concept I think it will look fantastic. Forte, Soul, now the VG and No3 concept will give Kia an incredible line up of sexy cars. It seems like Peter Schryer is really starting to get the designs to the streets. I think Hyundais are better for reliability and performance but Kia is not surpassing Hyundai in terms of design. Now all they need to do is learn from each other and we'll have 2 awesome car brands that will surely earn some respect from future customers.