Kia Releases Second Teaser of Detroit-Bound KV7 Concept

Having already released a computer rendering of its upcoming KV7 Concept, Kia released a new teaser for the MPV concept today with a small snippet of the actual car ahead of its debut at the Detroit Auto Show. The automaker however did not disclose any new details about the car.

According to Kia, the KV7 Concept is "conceived as a challenge to the industry's current interpretation of the van", and "incorporates several innovative lighting elements currently being evaluated for future Kia production vehicles."

The media preview day for the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit will be taking place on this coming Monday, January 10th. Stay tuned for more information as they become available.

[Source: Kia]

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Boxy Much? Kia to Unveil KV7 Concept in Detroit

Kia Motors announced on Friday it will unveil its KV7 concept car at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show on Jan. 10.

The box-shaped crossover features a high ceiling for a more spacious interior and rear seats that can swivel 360 degrees. While the front doors open normally, the rear passenger doors open gull-wing style, lifting upwards and out.

"This is a concept car, and the upwards-opening rear doors will not show up on mass-produced cars in the near future," the automaker said. "But other features and the exterior design are very similar to a new crossover utility vehicle which will be launched in September next year."

[Source: Kia]

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