2017 Frankfurt Motor Show: Kia Proceed Concept showcased

The Kia Proceed Concept was designed at Kia's European design centre in Frankfurt. Kia says the concept is a glimpse of how the next generation, performance-oriented pro_cee'd would look like. The concept represents a new body type for Kia. The extended hot hatch retains the athleticism of the current pro_cee'd while giving a hint of real-world versatility. The car's rakish roofline and muscular proportions hint more toward a fastback design.

The window frame follows the roofline, all the way to the tailgate which gets stacked air-vents at the bottom, and a rear full-width light strip. The C-pillar features 'Sharkblade' design with GT logo; and the B-pillar is eliminated. Lateral strakes add to the masculine feel at the rear. The car runs on six-spoke 20-inch aluminium alloy wheels. The front 'Tiger nose' grille and 'island' bonnet have been inspired by the Stinger.

The concept features a 'Luminline' – an illuminated outline of the car's glasshouse that greets drivers as they approach the car. The car features bespoke 'Lava Red' colour, created by combining multiple hand-applied layers of black, chrome-effect silver, and red-tinted lacquer.