[AutoTribune(NY)=Haemi Kim] Kia has recently shown off the design of its new K4, with both the inside and outside views shared through its global website on March 21, Korean time. As the successor to the compact sedan K3, the K4 is set to impress the global market with its bigger size and upgraded design and quality.

The K4’s exterior is inspired by Kia's "Opposite United" design philosophy, particularly the "innovative attempts towards the future" aspect. The vertical headlights at the front help make the car look lower and wider. Integrated with a horizontal chrome strip, the daytime running lights enhance the K4's elegant charm. The car also features the Star Map signature lighting technology, ensuring consistency with the latest Kia models.

The side view of the K4 is defined by a character line that starts at the headlights and moves up to the beltline, adding volume. This design is mirrored at the rear fender, creating a cohesive look from front to back. The side mirrors, extending from a chrome line around the window, add to the car’s sleek design. The back of the car is designed to look strong and dynamic, with vertical lamps at the edges emphasizing the width, similar to the front. The 5-spoke wheels convey a sense of motion, even when the car is parked.

Inside, the previously leaked 2-spoke steering wheel design remains, but it has been slightly modified to a semi D-cut shape, different from the expected rectangle. The integrated display seamlessly connects the digital instrument panel, touch-sensitive climate control, and central touchscreen. Hazard lights and various buttons are neatly arranged around the central air vents. The shift lever keeps its traditional spot on the center console. Expectations are high for new seat designs, materials, patterns, and colors.

Kia is planning to unveil the K4 globally at the New York Auto Show on March 27th, where more detailed information and pricing will be announced. Despite keen interest in its release in Korea, the car's global debut, rather than a local one, suggests a lower likelihood of it being launched domestically.

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