New Kia concept for Frankfurt

Kia's dramatic new European concept will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, writes Trish Whelan.

It hints at a possible future B-segment contender ready to take on the urban environment with lots of style and tenacity.

Kia say it 'combines a mischievous character in a robust and substantial yet stylish body shape featuring a mix of contrasting materials in compact, purposeful dimensions'.

It's aimed at drivers who want something different and for whom size is an issue, and has been created in Europe to suit European tastes. Although there are no current plans for production, the car's appearance in Frankfurt will be used to gauge potential customer response for future showroom models.