Korean carmaker Kia is looking to rival the likes of Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-3 with an all-new crossover model. This unnamed vehicle was recently caught testing in the Death Valley.
Kia’s new crossover is based on the next-generation Rio. Looking shorter and stubbier in appearance than the Honda, the Kia is looking to give subcompact buyers another body style to consider in addition to the popular Soul hatchback.
Little is known about this crossover, although it is expected to be powered by four-cylinder engines only. It takes cues from the Provo concept shown in 2013. We expect Kia to fully reveal the crossover in late 2017.
