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 Kia K3 aka Kia Forte 2013 !, look naise

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post Apr 6 2013, 11:44 AM

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QUOTE(minshome @ Apr 5 2013, 10:44 AM)
any news from those NAZA ppl on launch date since now in Q2???
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Nothing is firm yet. All we know is that it will be in 3rd Quarter only. Cheers
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post Apr 24 2013, 06:30 PM

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QUOTE(jootat @ Apr 24 2013, 02:34 PM)
Are we getting this version of K3 in Msia?


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One thing's for sure, no cream color leather for Malaysian spec... :-)
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post Apr 24 2013, 06:32 PM

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QUOTE(minshome @ Apr 24 2013, 04:20 PM)
As I see the review from Korea tv on K3, they have mobile apps to auto start K3 engine remotely. Really cool..

Will it be included in K3 Malaysia launching???
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Don't think there will be such spec for Malaysian market. TV commercial will always show the best features available, but reality is, with so many features, the car price will be very high and will not be competitive. Just my 2 cents.
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post May 2 2013, 01:49 PM

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QUOTE(minshome @ May 2 2013, 01:30 PM)
i think is either this month or next month for launching...

Hope Naza insider shed some light here....
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Still no news yet, guys. If there is any, will share over here...
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post May 9 2013, 12:59 PM

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QUOTE(NiCkY @ May 9 2013, 11:08 AM)
some pic of K3 with bodykit, enjoy ya.
Btw, it wont be 110K for 1.6, i dun think naza will be so dumb.
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The body Kit effect on K3 is not as outstanding as it does on the current Forte model, agree?
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post May 10 2013, 11:03 AM

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QUOTE(djhenry91 @ May 9 2013, 09:48 PM)
sunroof i dun like...no privacy..  tongue.gif
sure add cost de..
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Every sunroof has a a sunshade, if you worry about privacy.... biggrin.gif
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post May 10 2013, 02:32 PM

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QUOTE(minshome @ May 10 2013, 01:35 PM)
hi naza dealer, i can see from newspaper PG 408 is ongoing promotion of 5 yr warranty+5 free service....

Will it extend to new K3 aso??
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Bro, Peugeot and KIA are under separate companies and management, although both are under the NAZA group.
New models, will not get free service. 5 Year warranty should be a standard.

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post May 11 2013, 01:19 PM

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QUOTE(weakmeal69 @ May 10 2013, 10:58 PM)
Dunno y but i think K3 in china's market is even nicer.

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For China model, the radiator grille resembles a BMW, whereas the one coming to Malaysia, which is also for other general market, is trying to retain its own distinct identity.

For the rear combination lamp, I would say the one for general market look pretty nice at night, as the LED forms a complete ring and look very sporty.


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post May 17 2013, 08:17 PM

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QUOTE(ZeneticX @ May 17 2013, 07:43 PM)
is it possible the price almost same bracket with the current forte ?

eg : 85k for 1.6sx
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Sorry, K3 is definately more than 95K OTR .....
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post May 22 2013, 12:07 PM

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Dear All,

I have just returned from a two days training at the NAZA plant in Gurun and had the first hand privilege to look at the car. Here are just some interesting features to add to the discussion. The design for the windows near the A and C pillar provides higher visibility now, as compared to Forte.

It will be officially called KIA CERATO in Malaysia, not K3, not Forte, barring any last minute change of name by Naza management.

Although some of you claim that you have seen these pictures from the internet, please note that what you are seeing now are the actual SPECs for Malaysian market. Will provide more insight later with other postings.


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post May 22 2013, 12:16 PM

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If you look at the dashboard and the door trim, you will find a flowing motif inspired by nature, somewhat like a seashell design, which is very unique to the CERATO. See attached pictures for details.


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post May 22 2013, 12:30 PM

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QUOTE(jootat @ May 22 2013, 11:25 AM)
I thought last time there is one bro here shared an article saying that the parking assist will be one of the feature here in msia too?
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The spec will come with Front & Rear Parking Assist system in the form of 2 ultrasonic sensors at the front, and 4 sensors at the back, with dot matrix LCD cluster for 1.6SX and TFT color LCD cluster display for the 2.0. These LCD display would show how close your car is to any obstruction with 3 bars being the furthest, and 1 bar the nearest.

However, it does not have the auto-park feature, which is what you are asking. Not for the Malaysian spec anyway.
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post May 22 2013, 02:25 PM

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QUOTE(Nyiwon @ May 22 2013, 12:47 PM)
Why my K5 got no front sensor?  cry.gif  cry.gif
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Well, some specs in the K5 are NOT available in the CERATO namely:

1) RAIN SENSOR
2) REAR FOG LAMP
3) STATIC BENDING LIGHT

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post May 22 2013, 04:18 PM

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QUOTE(weakmeal69 @ May 22 2013, 03:24 PM)
comparing ur statement and mr. edwin's statement
i thght both variants will get TFT screen with rear view camera?
so which one is correct since u both hve seen the car already sweat.gif
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There are 2 things we are talking about here

1) 4.3 Inch TFT LCD display (touch screen) on AUDIO system, with rear view camera.
This is the audio player right in the middle of the car.

2) 4.2 Inch TFT LCD instrument cluster for 2.0L only. This is the one right above the steering wheel.
For 1.6L, it is dot matrix display (no color)
For 2.0L, it comes in TFT color display.

Hope that clarifies.


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post May 23 2013, 11:51 AM

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QUOTE(mystvearn @ May 23 2013, 12:40 AM)
Do you have pics of the screen at the instrument cluster?

I assume the 4.3" is the same for both, only difference is the instrument cluster?
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Yes, please see attached picture.


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post May 25 2013, 12:50 PM

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QUOTE(captivesim @ May 24 2013, 06:41 PM)
Bro..Forte 2.0 powerful is it on highway? because i only considering 1.6 the new K3. Mine just city drive ok kah? how about pickup after roundabout and traffic light? i just need confirmation
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I tested the K3 in Gurun, the pickup was good, even for 1.6. For the test drive, the K3 was pitted against Civic 1.8 (outgoing model) and Altis 1.8. I must say that the 1.6 really gave both the competitors a run for their money.

In this shot, taken from the Altis, the K3 is right in front but rear lamps were fully taped up to maintain its secrecy. Yes, its all over the internet, but Naza management policy is never to reveal the car in its full glory before the launch.

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post May 25 2013, 06:59 PM

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QUOTE(dragonkiat @ May 25 2013, 04:35 PM)
Vehicle Stability Management and Hill-start Assist Control available in K3 ?
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post May 25 2013, 07:00 PM

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QUOTE(iamloco @ May 25 2013, 06:32 PM)
Will the current forte discontinued after k3 launching?
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Yes. Until the stock is fully sold out.
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post May 27 2013, 02:56 PM

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QUOTE(jayraptor @ May 25 2013, 11:46 PM)
They perceived the K3 1.6 a dangerous threat to Inspira 2.0L RM93k. If they let K3 1.6 priced at RM94k-RM96k, do you think people will want to buy Inspira? Though based on Lancer, both the Inspira & Lancer are beginning to feel dated. Today, people are coming up with dual VVT, 6AT conventional gearbox that is more responsive and thanks to lockup convertor & dual clutch, shifting gears no longer jerky. FC wise, Inspira 2.0L at 8.8km/L to 9km/L is not better than Forte 2.0 in city & highway.

Forte 1.6L with 6AT 0-100km/h in 11.5s
Forte 2.0L with 6AT 0-100km/h in 9.8s
Inspira 1.8 with CVT 0-100km/h in 11.5s
Inspira 2.0 with CVT 0-100km/h in 10.5s

Forte handling with VSC allowing it to turn at higher speed. Only weakness in its torsion beam is when going over uneven roads, if left side uneven and shaky, it'll affect the right. Multi-link only left side while the right will not be affected.

Cerato with more aerodynamic design and more conti-feel is posing higher threat than the old Forte introduced here before Inspira exist. Elantra 1.6 is proven a threat to Inspira, they will not want Cerato K3 to get more slice out of Inspira sales pie chart. Both Elantra MD and Cerato K3 have dual CVVT and they get 1km/L better than Forte.

Mitsu Mirage is powerd by low performance weaker than Myvi engine. That is how it passed the protection pricing. The same goes to Almera, P1 finds it an inferior goods and don't think it could affect Preve sales. Quality B-segment too are forced to set pricing no cheaper than Inspira lowest spec. That explains why Sonic and Rio 1.6 if introduced here will be forced to price at RM90k.
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The way the new Cerato is bring priced is not primarily influenced by its position against the national models. To a certain degree, yes, maybe. But the truth is, the cost of having all the SPECS in this car has gone up and there is no way to sell it at sub 90K or even between 90-95K.

At this moment, there is no news that Naza would offer an EX or a lower spec model for Malaysian market. But if there is one, would any of you buy if it is price at say 88-89K, without many of the features found in the SX?
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post May 27 2013, 03:03 PM

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QUOTE(westcoastbay @ May 26 2013, 11:56 AM)
In SG and AUS, current Forte has the word Cerato.

Why Cerato name was dropped here initially?
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The name Cerato had been in use in certain oversea markets, for as long as I can remember. It was even used pm models which were otherwise known as Spectra in our market, so it is not new.

When Kia dropped the Spectra name about 5 years ago, it continued with Cerato and Forte, much like Optima and Magentis and Rondo vs Carens. Yes, SG decided to combine it and name theirs Cerato Forte instead.

My guess is that there is a need for differentiation against the current selling model - Forte, as it would continue to be sold, at least for a while. I would personally prefer it named as Forte K3, just like naming convention of the Optima K5, but then again, I don't call the shots. biggrin.gif

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