Kia K8

Kia K8
2022 K8 Hybrid (pre-facelift)
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeGL3[1]
ProductionApril 2021[2][3] – present
Model years2022–present
Assembly
DesignerKarim Habib
Body and chassis
ClassExecutive car (E)[5]
Body style4-door sedan
Layout
PlatformHyundai-Kia N3 platform
RelatedHyundai Grandeur/Azera
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
Transmission6-speed automatic
8-speed automatic
Hybrid drivetrainPower-split hybrid (HEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,895 mm (114.0 in)
Length
  • 5,015 mm (197.4 in) (Pre-facelift)
  • 5,050 mm (198.8 in) (Facelift)
Width
  • 1,875 mm (73.8 in) (Pre-facelift)
  • 1,880 mm (74.0 in) (Facelift)
Height
  • 1,455 mm (57.3 in) (Pre-facelift)
  • 1,455–1,480 mm (57.3–58.3 in) (Facelift)
Curb weight1,540–1,765 kg (3,395–3,891 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorKia K7/Cadenza

The Kia K8 is an executive car manufactured by Kia. Based on the Hyundai Grandeur, it is internally designated, ‘GL3’.[6][5] Replacing the K7/Cadenza, it was released in April 2021 in South Korea.[2][3]

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  2. ^ a b Anderson, Brad (17 February 2021). "Kia Previews All-New K8, Successor To The K7 / Cadenza". Carscoops. Retrieved 2021-02-17.
  3. ^ a b Golson, Daniel. "Kia K8 sedan replaces the Cadenza with wacky styling and a new logo". Roadshow. Retrieved 2021-02-17.
  4. ^ "В Узбекистане начались продажи седана Kia K8".
  5. ^ a b "Kia K8 will Replace the K7/Cadenza in Style". eManualOnline.
  6. ^ "2021 Kia K8 Rendering". Korean Car Blog. November 27, 2020.