April 20, 2024

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[THE INVESTOR] Kia Motors on Sept. 13 unveiled the exterior design of the K3 GT model ahead of its launch next month.

The K3 GT comes with a 1.6-liter gasoline turbo engine and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The four-door and five-door versions will be available in the local market, the carmaker said in a statement. 

The four-door K3 GT carries the dark chrome radiator grille and black high-gloss outside mirror cover, which makes a strong impression. The five-door, coupe-type model looks sporty with slim rear combination lamps, a black high-gloss rear spoiler and rear diffuser, the statement said.

The K3 GT equipped with 18-inch tires has a maximum output of 204 horsepower and 27 kilogram-force meters of torque, it said.

In February, Kia launched the all-new K3 compact sedan with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine to bolster its market share in the highly competitive segment.

By Song Seung-hyun and newswires (ssh@heraldcorp.com)