All-new Kia Forte's global debut set for today

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The all-new Kia K3 (once offered in the Philippines as the Forte) will make its debut today, the carmaker revealed.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What was the Kia K3 called here in the Philippines?

    The Kia K3 was known in the Philippines as the Forte.
  • Where will the all-new Kia K3 make its global debut?

    The all-new Kia K3 will make its debut in Mexico City tonight.
  • But before the car’s global premiere, Kia released a teaser photo of the K3 ahead of its launch.

    The photo revealed by the South Korean carmaker showed what appears to be the rear end of the sedan with Kia stating that the K3 “combines sophisticated design and a spacious interior, redefining market segments and drawing attention from upper-segment buyers.”

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    Further, the said reveal aligns with Kia’s eighth anniversary in the region as well as shows the company’s dedication to innovation and marks a significant step in the brand’s journey.

    With the Kia K3’s global debut tonight, some of the brand’s fans in the country are wondering if the nameplate will make a comeback in our local market.

    Is Kia Philippines going to bring back the Forte? Our guess is as good as yours.

    Photos from Kia

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