This is the Kia K8 that brings with it a striking new look and is also the first model from the brand to debut the new Kia logo. The new Kia K8 serves as a replacement to the second-generation Kia K7, better known as the Cadenza in the United States. Kia has confirmed the sedan will launch in Korea later this year but has yet to specify what other markets it will be available in.
Found at the front of the K8 is a
frameless tiger nose grille that has been neatly incorporated within the front
bumper to differentiate the car from all other Kia models. The grille also
features an intricate diamond lattice design, as do the standalone turn
signals. Elsewhere, the Kia K8 features a dynamic character line said to take
inspiration from “yachts sailing across calm waters.”
Kia has continued the striking design
through to the rear with LED taillights that stretch around the corners of the
car. Kia has yet to release images of the K8’s interior nor has it provided
technical specifications about what is going on under the skin. It says the car
has a “focus on modern, premium quality and dynamic performance.” More details
will be released in the coming months.
