Kia teases new Carens concept with radical restyling
New sketches show a vast departure in styling, both inside and out
Korean automaker Kia has released a number of design sketches of its upcoming fourth-generation Carens MPV, displaying a vast departure in terms of styling, both inside and out.
Like the new Carnival the automaker unveiled last year, the new Carens has a crossover-like look and follows the company's 'Opposites United' design language. Plastic cladding and roof rails can be seen on the new SUV-like body, with large old lights replaced with thin light bars and sharp-edged indicators.
The interior is depicted to have a larger panel stretching across the dashboard. The panel hosts a digital driver's display and a 10.25-inch touchscreen of the infotainment system, as well as a pixelated pattern on the passenger side. The centre column features controls for the climate settings, an automatic transmission lever and a wireless charging pad. Although seating confirmation has not yet been confirmed, it is likely to be a choice between six or seven seats.
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Power comes from 1.5-litre gasoline and diesel engines, shared with the Seltos crossover.
Kia Carens is set for a global debut on December 16, this year.
