GT

The V6-powered Kia GT, shown as a concept car at the Frankfurt motor show during September 2011, will be built after the current range of six mass-market models have all been overhauled - and is expected to reach production in 2013.

Powering the concept version of the Kia GT is a 3.3-litre turbocharged petrol V6 engine, which produces 390bhp and 394lb ft of torque. Drive is transferred through the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic gearbox.

“I believe this car is a strong statement from Kia,” says Chief Designer Peter Schreyer, formerly of Audi. “We are ready to fast forward to an all new chapter.”

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Kia Pop

Kia Motors continued its tradition of unveiling convention-challenging and design-led concept vehicles at motor shows when it revealed an all-new electric concept car at the Paris Motor Show on the 30th September.

Called the 'POP', Kia's latest concept car boasts zero-emissions - whilst in use - and at three metres long, yet with a three seat layout, brings innovative design chic and dramatic styling to the city car segment.

Kia Pop Promotional Video

Kia Kee

Kia Motors unveiled a dramatic 2+2 sports coupe concept - the work of Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer - at the IAA in Frankfurt on Tuesday 11 September.

Prior to that event, revealing a first ‘preview image’ of the car, Schreyer said: “Kia has given me the opportunity to shape its whole brand design and character. Seldom does a designer have such a clean sheet to work with.

“We started this exciting journey with the Kia ex_cee’d cabrio concept at the Geneva Show back in March, and at Frankfurt I’m sure Kia will surprise the entire automotive world when people see our new sports coupe concept in the metal.”

Kia Ray

Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer said: “As we were given the assignment to develop themes for a compact hybrid sedan, we wanted a sporty hybrid, something that would actually be very, very desirable – not appliance-like.

Intuitively, my first thoughts were to focus on creating a cabin that was extremely lightweight, airy, and very modern. I explored lean, less conventional forms, which challenge traditional interior masses. This being a concept vehicle, I also incorporated the latest technologies, which became a driving point for the theme development.

My initial inspirational imagery for the interior consisted of wind farms, futuristic aerospace vehicles, touch panel displays and modern furniture. The modern forms, construction methods, technologies and statements made by these products set the course for a futuristic and research oriented approach to this interior.

The center console, door armrest, and overhead console have a floating feel to continue the theme of lightness and airiness. All of which incorporate touch panel switches in place of traditional switchgear. With such a slippery exterior design, I felt it appropriate to echo this aesthetic in the interior with very fluid forms, reinforcing the sportiness and athleticism of the vehicle. We wanted a continuous flow exterior to interior, so the hexagon motif that is used throughout the exterior is extended into the interior details. A warm felt floor accents the light interior palette.”