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.

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.

In SG and AUS, current Forte has the word Cerato.

Why Cerato name was dropped here initially?

Can anyone leak the specs? What are the difference between 1.6 & 2.0?

The engine is MPI or GDI?

Actually, apart from the engine, there is no much difference between 1.6 and 2.0.
The additional specs found in the 2.0 are as follows:

1) Lip spoiler
2) Electronic Sunroof
3) 4.2 Inch TFT LCD color on instrument cluster. 1.6 one is dot matrix black & white.
4) Leather seat.
5) Air-ventilated seats.
6) HID head lights

2 disappointments for me so far:

1. No blue colour option 
2. 2.0 pricing is 120K+- 

what about u guys?

I like this attitude. Buy car to please yourself and not for anyone else.

Those who think otherwise, ask yourself.....isn't other enjoyment cost money also???!!!

Hi, to all interested in Kia Cerato K3. Pack with high safety standard and features.
Here are some of the features! Check them out!!   

Come in 2 specs. 1.6L & 2.0L

Here are some of the important features for both 1.6 & 2.0:
1) Rear Aircon vent
2) Memory Seat
3) Front & rear sensor
4) Flex Steering
5) 4.3" TFT Screen
6) Puddle Lamp
7) Pocket lighting
8) 17" Alloy Rim
9) Dual Zone aircon
10) Hid head lamp
11) Auto Cruice
12) Paddle Shift
13) Smart Key.
!4) rear camera

Extras in the 2.0L
1) Sun Roof
2) Air ventilated seat
3) Lid Spoiler
4) Leather Seat

Actually, apart from the engine, there is no much difference between 1.6 and 2.0.
The additional specs found in the 2.0 are as follows:

1) Lip spoiler
2) Electronic Sunroof
3) 4.2 Inch TFT LCD color on instrument cluster. 1.6 one is dot matrix black & white.
4) Leather seat.
5) Air-ventilated seats.
6) HID head lights

no GDI and cost 120K? KIA suppose to be a cheap brand

Hi Want to ask, for 2.0 Model got GPS or not, because currently in dilemma to choose this or Civic Navi. But I like Cerato design more

not anymore.. u want cheap ..stick wif proton/perodua

Hi Want to ask, for 2.0 Model got GPS or not, because currently in dilemma to choose this or Civic Navi. But I like Cerato design more

HID head lights/lamp
Both are the same or on the 2.0L is the one that provides extra vision on side? (when car turns)