KIA's new small SUV gives a first look at its new interiors

After last week’s reveal of the possible exterior of KIA’s new small SUV, the brand has released new official versions that offer a first look at the interior of its new small SUV. The main focus of the cabin is the new infotainment system. It now measures 10.25 inches and features physical buttons.

The new touchscreen provides access to a number of functions and sits in the centre of the dashboard; at the top are the front air vents, which, like the side ones, have a metal frame.

The KIA’s new small SUV features a multifunction steering wheel very similar to the one fitted to the KIA Stonic. Behind it, traditional dials flank a digital display. The controls for the electric windows and wing mirrors are on the driver’s door, while the interior has small details in a material that imitates carbon fibre. Metallic details dominate various surfaces but stand out on the passenger-side grab handle.

Byung Chul Juh, KIA’s head of design, has noted that “we have focused on designing a cabin unlike any other in the small SUV segment, with a greater sense of depth and richness in the design.” “Our newest model will offer greater pleasure and satisfaction to our customers, with a premium interior that benefits from sophisticated design details.”

This is what the interior of KIA’s small SUV looks like

The interior shown in the images published by the brand corresponds to a vehicle with an automatic gearbox that also offers a sequential mode. In addition, the new KIA small SUV has an Off-Road driving mode, highlighted by the button near the gear selector, as well as hill descent control, an automatic locking differential and a few other new technologies that should help the SUV tackle difficult terrain.

The upcoming KIA small SUV will be equipped with heated and ventilated front seats. The multifunction steering wheel will also be heated. Importantly, parking sensors and the start/stop function will also be part of the package. These systems will also be accompanied by Sound Mood Lighting, a technology that changes the ambient lighting according to the music playing inside the cabin.

Some sources claim that KIA may be planning to unveil the new small SUV in the coming weeks, as its launch in the South Korean market is scheduled for the second half of this year. Shortly after, it could reach global markets.