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Kia K3 (BL7) Hatchback 2.0L (150 Hp) Automatic
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Kia K3:
The Kia K3 is a subcompact car manufactured by Kia since 2023 as a successor to the Rio. Developed under the codename BL7, the K3 is available in hatchback and sedan body styles. The K3 nameplate was previously used by the Chinese and South Korean market Forte/Cerato, which was succeeded by the K4 in 2024 as Kia is realigning their passenger car nomenclature.
The K3 was first teased on 4 August 2023, and was revealed on 8 August 2023 in Mexico. The hatchback version was announced on 5 October 2023....(Read more on Wikipedia)
(BL7) Hatchback Overview:
Kia K3 ((BL7) Hatchback). With 191 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0L (150 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a balanced blend of power for daily commutes and comfortable highway cruising, though not designed for sporty driving.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel consumption for a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine paired with an automatic transmission, making it a practical choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern and attractive design
- • Excellent fuel efficiency across the lineup
- • Practical hatchback versatility with good cargo space
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially over varied road surfaces
- • High ground clearance for urban obstacles
Cons:
- • Performance can be uninspiring, especially with the 1.6L engine
- • Torsion beam rear suspension may limit dynamic handling compared to rivals
- • Limited engine options (no turbo or hybrid variants)
- • Not available in all global markets, limiting accessibility
- • No Euro NCAP rating available for direct comparison
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sedan II: October, 2018 - April, 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | K3 |
| Generation: | (BL7) Hatchback |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0L (150 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | October, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Torque: | 191 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Smartstream More details about the engine Smartstream |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.0 l/100 km |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 390 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4295 mm mm [345mm less] |
| Width: | 1765 mm mm [35mm less] |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm [60mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2670 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Front overhang: | 840 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 785 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 180 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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