The scheduled revealing of the all-new Kia Forte was set for August 21 in Korea. However, according to TheCarBlogger, Kia decided to release images of the Cerato/Spectra replacement early. No official information has surfaced yet, but from the pictures we can see the chiseled and bold body lines.
Compared to the KOUP Concept, the front end bears a close resemblance while the hood rolls and table top like fender arches are much more dramatic than the concepts flowing lines. The character line below the belt line remains the same while the lower door panels and rocker panel are completely different with a chiseled concave surface. For the rear end, the overall resemblance to the concept can be seen, particularly with the spoiler like boot lid which extends into the quarter panels. However, looking at the details of the rear bumper fascia, quarter panels and tail lamps, the similarities end.
The Kia Forte will make its public debut at Paris in October. Available from launch will be a brand new 1.6-liter engine and a more powerful 2.0-liter will be released shortly after. The Forte will arrive in dealerships in 2009 while the two-door version is expected to arrive some months later.
Official Kia Forte/Spectra/Cerato Images Released Early
New Kia Forte
By Brian Potter
July 2, 2008 3:00 PM
Filed Under: Kia, Leaks
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wongnawa
July 2, 2008 4:26 PM
looks like a clone of asian version honda civic. but i'd say the civic looks much nicer still, maybe the coupe version would look as nice as the koup concept.
asif
July 2, 2008 4:30 PM
well done to Kia. i hope they do well with this car. its got some nice detailing in it for sure. ie the front wings, and the feature line that runs to the rear of the car. the weak link for me is the rear end which lack adventure unfortunately.... its clear Kia can only get better and better.
Albe
July 2, 2008 5:23 PM
At least wcf has a sense of humour. Check out the accord euro ad right next to it.
Albe
July 2, 2008 5:47 PM
Not sure if u guys get the same ads.But it looks like the reverse image to me.
carcrazy1234
July 2, 2008 7:14 PM
the front looks like a euro spec honda accord. and the back looks like a lexus IS lol. very nice car by kia. props.
Tuner_Mad
July 2, 2008 11:41 PM
It does look nice, but it isn't original. Front from a Accord, and Lexus from the rear.
peterjames7
July 3, 2008 3:20 AM
i read yesterday that hyundai kia is the fifth largest car producer in the world now, an amazing acheivement if you look where they were 10 years ago, and this car will only help make them bigger. a little duller than i hoped for but still not a bad effort.
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