Kia QYI

Kia QYI Latest Updates

Kia had told us that its third car for India was a compact SUV. It was codenamed 'QYI' and is expected to be built on the Hyundai Venue's platform. The car was recently spied in Delhi while wearing a full suit of camouflage. Some details were more apparent than previous spy shots, like the high foglamps and wraparound headlamps. We expect the upcoming SUV to be a redesigned Kia Stonic. Design cues from the Stonic are easily visible in the roof rails, headlamps, fenders, and rear taillamps. 

The Kia QYI is likely to be powered by BS6-compliant petrol and diesel engines. While the petrol is likely to be the Venue's 1,0-litre Turbo GDI unit, the diesel could be borrowed from the Seltos. While the petrol engine is likely to be offered with a dual clutch automatic, the diesel may get a torque converter. 

The QYI is expected to be launched by late 2020. While the Venue is priced from Rs 6.5 to 11.1 lakh, expect Kia's small ute to come at a premium.