Kia's designers have worked around the clock to make
sure that the new concept car will be ready for its 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show
premiere. The as-of-yet-unnamed study came to life at the brand's design center
in Frankfurt, 500 meters from where it will be unveiled, and
serves as a preview for the next generation Cee'd.
Moreover, it also presents a new body type for Kia:
"extended hot hatch", which apparently combines the best out of both
worlds, by being longer than the usual hatchback, and slightly shorter than a
compact estate.
Not much else is known about it so far, but the
teaser image that accompanies the short press release reveals its sexy styling,
highlighted by the short overhangs, raked roof, large wheel arches, rear light
strip, missing side mirrors, and what appear to be frameless side windows, and
B pillars incorporated into the doors.
It's unknown when Kia will drop the veil off the
next generation Cee'd, but prototypes continue to be spied on public roads,
revealing an entirely new cabin, and a sportier styling.
