The Kia Cerato (also known as the Kia Forte in North America, K3 in South Korea or the Forte K3 or Shuma in China) is a compact car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Kia since 2003. In 2008, the Cerato nameplate was replaced by the Forte nameplate in the North American market and the K3 nameplate in South Korea . However, the "Cerato" name remains in use in markets such as Australasia , Middle East and Latin America . It is available in five-door hatchback, two-door coupe and four-door sedan variants. It is not available in Europe , where the similar sized Kia Ceed is offered (except for Russia and Ukraine, where the Ceed and the Cerato are both available).
15-650: In some markets, such as North America, the Cerato is marketed as the Kia Forte replacing the Spectra nameplate of previous generations. In Colombia and Singapore, the name Cerato Forte was used for the second generation, while Naza Automotive Manufacturing of Malaysia has assembled the vehicle since 2009, selling it there under the name Naza Forte . The Kia Cerato was introduced in South Korea in 2003, sharing
30-511: A facelift version was introduced, including revised Gamma engines . Stylistically, the bumper and headlamps lost their pronounced crease near the grille area, the trunk lid became more rounded, and the tail lights were reshaped. At the 2004 Geneva Motor Show , the Cerato Green Concept was presented, featuring Kia's new 2.0-liter CRDi diesel engine and showcasing the first Kia passenger car to be diesel-powered. The Kia Cerato R
45-583: A platform with the Hyundai Elantra (XD) and using Hyundai's Beta II ( G4GC ) (CVVT-enabled) four-cylinder engine . It replaced the Sephia/Mentor sedan and Shuma hatchback. In North America, the " Spectra " name was used when introduced for the 2004 model year, with "Spectra5" designating the hatchback. For Latin American markets, the Cerato was still named Sephia until 2005, when it
60-477: A slight facelift regarding the aesthetics of the vehicle. The second generation Kia Spectra, introduced in 2005, expanded upon its predecessor by updating the body styling, adding more power, and improving on functionality. The engine used during this generation was Hyundai's 2.0l DOHC four cylinder engine dual CVVT(Beta II), producing 138 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque, up from the previous 125 horsepower and 108 lb-ft of torque. The transmission options remained
75-477: A slight facelift regarding the aesthetics of the vehicle. The second generation Kia Spectra, introduced in 2005, expanded upon its predecessor by updating the body styling, adding more power, and improving on functionality. The engine used during this generation was Hyundai's 2.0l DOHC four cylinder engine dual CVVT(Beta II), producing 138 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque, up from the previous 125 horsepower and 108 lb-ft of torque. The transmission options remained
90-628: Is the extensive facelift of the Kia Cerato to extend sales within the Chinese market, while the second generation Kia Cerato was sold as the Kia Forte in China at the same time. The design was significantly updated to be in line with other newer Kia products. The Horki 300EV is a compact electric sedan with the design being essentially a rebadged version of the Kia Cerato R from the Chinese market, it
105-520: The Kia Sephia, which ceased production in the year 2000 in most countries. It succeeded the Kia Sephia and it was replaced by the Kia Forte (also known as Kia Cerato in some markets). The Kia Spectra was introduced as a front-engine, front-wheel-drive subcompact sedan. It was designed for affordability and versatility to make the most of the rather small amount of space it had to offer. It
120-403: The Kia Sephia, which ceased production in the year 2000 in most countries. It succeeded the Kia Sephia and it was replaced by the Kia Forte (also known as Kia Cerato in some markets). The Kia Spectra was introduced as a front-engine, front-wheel-drive subcompact sedan. It was designed for affordability and versatility to make the most of the rather small amount of space it had to offer. It
135-462: The new car takes styling cues from the Stinger , and adopts a cab rearward exterior, resulting in a fastback profile and a short trunklid. The car is constructed with 54% advanced high-strength steel that is stronger than the outgoing model. Kia Spectra The Kia Spectra is a compact car produced by Kia Motors between 2000 and 2009. It took many design components from its predecessor,
150-524: The same. Like the previous years, it offered three trim levels but with different lettering: EX, LX, and SX. The EX was the most basic, the LX added several luxury options, and the SX contributed to more sporty styling. Years of production: 2000 - 2011 More Kia Spectra The Kia Spectra is a compact car produced by Kia Motors between 2000 and 2009. It took many design components from its predecessor,
165-586: The second generation model is badged "Kia Cerato Forte". Kia released images of the third generation Cerato for the 2014 model year in late July 2012, when the company revealed its Korean-market counterpart, Kia K3 . The car is completely redesigned with a lower, wider, and longer stance. The fourth generation Cerato was unveiled as the Forte on January 15, 2018 at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit , Michigan . Entering its third generation,
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#1732800892800180-571: Was discontinued in favor of the name Spectra. In Europe, the Cerato was replaced by the Kia Cee'd . For the Malaysian market, the first generation Spectra was launched in Malaysia on August 15, 2007 as the "Spectra5" available only with one trim level and with the hatchback bodystyle powered by a 1.6-litre, four-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC CVVT engine with a 4-speed automatic transmission. In 2006,
195-468: Was equipped with a 125 horsepower 1.8l DOHC four cylinder engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. This generation came in three variants: G, GX, and GX-S. It offered a quiet interior, smoooth ride quality, and high-end materials for its price. Despite having good sales, this generation only lasted for two years before undergoing a redesign. In 2001 the Spectra received
210-413: Was equipped with a 125 horsepower 1.8l DOHC four cylinder engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. This generation came in three variants: G, GX, and GX-S. It offered a quiet interior, smoooth ride quality, and high-end materials for its price. Despite having good sales, this generation only lasted for two years before undergoing a redesign. In 2001 the Spectra received
225-440: Was unveiled on the 2016 Auto Guangzhou . The platform is the same as the first generation Kia Cerato, which is still in production in China as the Cerato R. The second generation Kia Cerato was launched in South Korea in late 2008 under the Kia Forte name – a name that was used in most international markets. The "Cerato" name has been retained in some markets, such as Australia, Middle East, South Africa and Brazil. In Singapore,
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