Kia K8
The Kia K8 is a full-size sedan manufactured by Kia. Replacing the K7/Cadenza, it was released in April 2021 in South Korea. Overview. The K8 was released on 8 April 2021 with an online launch, after pictures were released in advance on 17 February 2021. The vehicle is designed with Kia’s new design philosophy “Opposites United”. The K8’s interior was said to be inspired by a first-class lounge. A panoramic curved display and 12-inch head-up displays are designed to create a driver-centered layout along with an intuitively designed infotainment and  HVAC systems. Other convenient features include ambient lighting synched with a navigation system, the driver's ergo motion seat, multi-function center armrest and high-end headrest. Unlike its predecessor and like the mechanically identical sixth-generation Hyundai Grandeur/Azera twin, the vehicle will not be available in the North American market. K8 Hybrid. Kia K8 Hybrid was released on 4 May 2021, offering a 1.6-liter turbo hybrid engine in addition to the conventional engine, 17-inch machined-face wheels, an emblem that indicates the vehicle is electric and a dedicated cluster graphic. Powertrain. The K8 will be offered  with a 3.5-liter V6 engine producing , or the base 2.5-liter four-cylinder making . An optional 3.5-liter LPI (Liquid Propane Injection) engine will be offered with that makes . It is paired with a 8-speed automatic transmission which is claimed to improve the V6 engines’ fuel economy by up to 6 percent.