Kia K8


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

Overview

The Kia K8 was first offered for sale on 8 April 2021 with an online launch. Pictures of the K8 were released on 17 February 2021. Features include a driver-centre layout with a curved display and 12-inch head-up display, updated infotainment plus HVAC systems, lighting synced with the navigation system, driver's ergo motion seat, and multi-function centre armrest and headrest.
It is similar to the mechanically identical seventh-generation Hyundai Grandeur/Azera twin.

2024 facelift

A refreshed K8 was revealed in South Korea on 9 August 2024. The facelift features a redesigned front end with a wide LED light bar connecting the headlights, an updated interior with a new dashboard and enhanced connectivity, and the same powertrain lineup as the pre-facelift model.

K8 Hybrid

Kia K8 Hybrid was released on 4 May 2021, offering a 1.6-litre turbo hybrid engine in addition to the conventional engine, 17-inch machined-face wheels, an emblem that indicates the vehicle is electrified, and a dedicated cluster graphic.

Powertrain

The K8 will be offered with a 3.5-litre V6 engine producing, or the base 2.5-litre inline four making. An optional 3.5-litre LPI engine will be offered that makes. It is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, which is claimed to improve the V6 engines’ fuel economy by up to 6 percent.

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