New generation Kia Morning - comprehensive improvement

The compact hatchback has upgraded exterior and interior design while integrating additional safety technology.

Kia has revealed the first photos and details of the new generation Morning, which will make its world debut in a few months at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.

New generation Kia Morning refined design.

The third generation Morning was designed by the company's design team in Frankfurt (Germany) in collaboration with the team in Namyang (Korea). Besides a more modern appearance, the small hatchback also increased in size and at the same time renewed technology.

The car has a 15 mm longer wheelbase, while the overall length remains at 3,595 mm, 5 mm lower than the previous version.

The appearance is more modern, no longer "naughty" as before and closer to its seniors like Rio or Cerato. The headlights have become neat and sharp from many edges, the radiator grille extends to connect with the headlights. Below, the front is sportier, the fog lights are neat and there are additional air vents on both sides to increase the sportiness.

At the rear, the taillights are renewed with a C-shaped design, the position lights and the rear bumper are also refined. The C-pillar is redrawn with a modern multi-faceted glass cut. The lines on the hood and body are also repositioned, giving a more solid feel.

The interior is also a new step forward when the Korean car company tricks customers into thinking it is an A-class car. The way the dashboard is shaped, the vertical touch screen infotainment screen, the three-spoke steering wheel and the air-conditioning vents are similar to those in higher segments. This arrangement also reduces space, making the cabin more spacious.

Vehicle amenities include automatic air conditioning, multi-function steering wheel, leather seats, heated front seats, AUX connection, USB, Apple CarPlay, and rear camera.

Interior like B, C segments and more spacious.

In the Korean market, the car will use a 1-liter gasoline engine from the previous generation for 75 horsepower and 95 Nm of maximum torque. The transmission can be a 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual.

Kia Morning is developed on a new platform using 44% high-strength steel, an increase of 22% compared to the previous generation, helping the car to be more stable in collisions, while new technology also makes the car's roof stiffer.

The car has 7 airbags, an improved body balance system that helps the car balance better when braking. In addition, there is also an emergency brake, forward collision warning, tire pressure warning.

The price for the Kia Morning in Korea is from 7,920-8,060 USD for the Basic Plus version, 8,230-8,400 USD for the Deluxe version, 9,840-9,980 USD for the Luxury version, and finally the highest Prestige version is 10,500-10,700 USD. The car will be sold in Korea from January 17.

In Vietnam, Morning is the best-selling small hatchback in its segment, alongside its rival Hyundai Grand i10.

According to VNE