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Penned at Kia's American Design Centre, the new K3 sends a powerful visual signal - one that is distinctive and instantly recognisable as a Kia.
The cab-forward design and coupe-like roofline instil an aura of elegance, while looking dynamic and muscular to bring emotional appeal to the sedan's styling. The K3 also dons a comprehensive array of accessories, making it one of the best equipped in its class.
The cab-forward design and coupe-like roofline instil an aura of elegance, while looking dynamic and muscular to bring emotional appeal to the sedan's styling. The K3 also dons a comprehensive array of accessories, making it one of the best equipped in its class.
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I bought a used 2017 k3 ex model when it was 3.5 years old and kept it for 11 months. Drove about 14,000 km on it. It was my 1st car so u wanted something reliable and fuss free. Fuel consumption ranges from 12 km/l to 13 km/l. I use cruise control function whenever I'm on the expressways which can improve fc to almost 16 km/l. Good luck trying to get C&C to replace parts. Make noise and write in to complain if you have to. The car is not speedy off the blocks which can be frustrating but it's not a major issue. I didn't have any issues with the car. Only my rear suspension needed replacing which took a long time before C&C agreed to do.» Read More
Likes:
1) low maintenance
2) reliability
3) excellent fuel consumption
4) cruise control
Dislikes:
1) initial pickup could be better
2) C&C can be a pain to deal with despite car being under warranty -
It has been a year driving the Kia Cerato (L Series)(Since Nov 2017). C&C's sales team was good in terms of delivery and support. My initial expectations about Korean makes wasn't quite high. I was wrong. Noise insulation in the K3 was good, can see the efforts they put in, with road noise was better than expected (Nexen Tyres). Internals were very comfortable with a bit of conti feel. Gear changes were responsive, no frills.» Read More -
Was comparing between Mazda 3, Subaru Impreza and K3, in terms of drive and features, and just completed my first 1k servicing.» Read More
Found that the K3 to be the most value for money car, lots of nice features for the price point. A decent drive experience, much better than my previous Lancer Ex. While I was advised that ECO mode tends to be sluggish, I find it more than acceptable. -
Own this car since Oct 2017, so far it have exceed my expectations in all aspects except for the initial acceleration. It is definitely worth the $ for all the good features and I would say Kia have try to improve and is successful.» Read More
It is no surprise that the Kia K3 has triumphed competition in its segment. The Korean sedan charms with its ingenious design, and more so with its full array of features which have made it a segment leader.
Having sold more than 6,000 units locally since it first set foot on our shores, the family sedan is undoubtedly one of the hot favourites in its segment. Its latest instalment – the third generation of Kia's 1.6-litre sedan – aims to build on its success with more 'substance'.
On the exterior, the K3 embraces modernity with its LED daytime running lights. The K3 has also grown in dimensions, now longer, lower and wider than its predecessor, to portray a more sporting and greater on-road presence. An extended wheelbase also meant that the interior of the K3 is now more spacious than before – a further boost in its overall appeal.
Besides its sheet metal, the interior gets a generous dose of equipments. Features like keyless entry and start, electronic auto folding mirrors, Bluetooth hands-free, paddle shifters and ventilated seats with power adjustment and memory function have also found their way to the latest K3. What is more notable is that some of these features are not even found in larger cars, more so those in its own segment, which makes the K3 stand out in its competition.
The K3's drivetrain receives a thorough makeover too. The 1.6-litre Gamma engine pushes out 130bhp and 157Nm of torque now – a 4.8 percent increase in power. Mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox, the K3 is also able to deliver a modest fuel consumption of just 6.8L/100km. And with a CO2 emission level of 160g/km, the K3 will garner a $5,000 savings under the CEVS scheme – which further enhances its bang-for-buck preposition.
Having sold more than 6,000 units locally since it first set foot on our shores, the family sedan is undoubtedly one of the hot favourites in its segment. Its latest instalment – the third generation of Kia's 1.6-litre sedan – aims to build on its success with more 'substance'.
On the exterior, the K3 embraces modernity with its LED daytime running lights. The K3 has also grown in dimensions, now longer, lower and wider than its predecessor, to portray a more sporting and greater on-road presence. An extended wheelbase also meant that the interior of the K3 is now more spacious than before – a further boost in its overall appeal.
Besides its sheet metal, the interior gets a generous dose of equipments. Features like keyless entry and start, electronic auto folding mirrors, Bluetooth hands-free, paddle shifters and ventilated seats with power adjustment and memory function have also found their way to the latest K3. What is more notable is that some of these features are not even found in larger cars, more so those in its own segment, which makes the K3 stand out in its competition.
The K3's drivetrain receives a thorough makeover too. The 1.6-litre Gamma engine pushes out 130bhp and 157Nm of torque now – a 4.8 percent increase in power. Mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox, the K3 is also able to deliver a modest fuel consumption of just 6.8L/100km. And with a CO2 emission level of 160g/km, the K3 will garner a $5,000 savings under the CEVS scheme – which further enhances its bang-for-buck preposition.
