The Kia Xceed has been spied completely undisguised
during its photoshoot in Europe. The Kia XCeed apparently has an individual
design to differentiate itself from the Kia Ceed more than a Ford Focus Active
can from the Ford Focus. The fact that it’s a buffed up hatchback
doesn’t become apparent that easily. On the sides, the bow-shaped glasshouse of
the donor car doesn’t make an appearance on the crossover; the beltline is
gently swept-up at the rear. Flared fenders and rocker mouldings are other
signs of SUV inspiration.
At the rear, the Kia XCeed flaunts sleeker tail
lamps and features a uniquely designed bumper, a skid plate and dual exhaust
tailpipes. Perhaps the front-end will look the most different, with
model-specific headlamps, bumper and grille among other distinctive elements.
Up top, there are silver flush roof rails on the crossover.
Inside, the Kia XCeed may have special touches with
respect to the garnish on the dashboard, centre console and doors. One can
expect model-specific upholstery options and some additional convenience
features too. The Kia XCeed will likely have a higher ground clearance than the Kia
Ceed (140 mm) and a softer suspension setup for a better drive on rough roads.
The same set of engines and transmissions as the hatchback is expected to be
available in the crossover. This means that the engine options should include
1.0L T-GDI, 1.4L MPI and 1.4L T-GDI petrol units and a 1.6L CRDi diesel unit.
6-speed manual and 7-speed dual-clutch automatic should be the transmission
choices. A plug-in hybrid variant is planned.
The Kia XCeed will have its world debut at the 2019
Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA 2019) that will be held from 10-22 September.
