This isn’t just a new look. The 2013 Forte has an entirely new bodyshell structure and LED lamps all around. A revised engine lineup promises “class-leading fuel economy.” We should know more soon enough. For now there’s a press release posted belowto accompany the images released so far.
—- FULL PRESS RELEASE — Kia Cerato (Forte) sedan becomes longer, lower and wider– Sleeker profile, plus futuristic and dynamic styling
– Extended wheelbase delivers increased cabin space
(SEOUL) July 29, 2012 – The all-new version of Kia’s global best-selling model, the Cerato compact sedan (also known as Forte in some countries), is scheduled to go on sale during the first quarter of 2013 at Kia dealerships in many overseas markets.
Longer, lower and wider than the current car, with an extended wheelbase, the next generation Cerato will be manufactured with an all-new bodyshell structure.
Featuring futuristic and dynamic styling, the all-new Cerato features a sleeker profile, LED front and rear lamps and a chrome-finished beltline.
All-new Cerato, to be called ‘K3’ in Kia’s home market of South Korea, will also boast improved quality, upgraded equipment, a more spacious cabin and a revised engine line-up that delivers class-leading fuel economy.
After going on sale in Korea later this year, the all-new Cerato sedan will appear at Kia dealerships in many overseas markets during the first quarter of 2013.