Kia QYI Compact SUV Based On Hyundai Venue Spied In India
- The upcoming sub-4 metre SUV from Kia was caught on video while on a test run.
- It will be launched 7-8 months after the introduction of the Kia Carnival MPV.
- The QYI is likely to be based on the international-spec Kia Stonic.
- It will go up against other compact SUVs like the Vitara Brezza.
, among others. Prices are expected to be in the range of Rs 6.8 lakh to Rs 11.4 lakh.
Even though the test mule was heavily camouflaged, the window line and roof rails appear similar to the international-spec Stonic. The rear cladding may be indicative of significant design changes, executed to keep the dimensions under four metres in length. In addition, the LED taillights bear resemblance to the Stonic in their placement below the window line. Another key aspect of the test mule is the wide, flared wheel arches that are strikingly similar to the Stonic.
The compact SUV may borrow its drivetrain from the Venue, which has a turbocharged, direct-injected T-GDi motor. The engine will surely be tuned to meet BS6 regulations. Kia is also likely to offer the QYI with the Seltos' 1.5-litre diesel unit.
The South Korean manufacturer is likely to showcase the sub-compact SUV at the Auto Expo 2020. It is expected to be priced slightly higher than the Venue, which is priced from Rs. 6.5 lakh to Rs 11.11 lakh. When launched, it will not only compete with its Hyundai cousin, but also with the Nissan Kicks, Maruti Vitara Brezza, Tata Nexon, Ford EcoSport and the Mahindra XUV500.
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By Sukrit Kumar October 30, 2019 at 04:01PM
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