With a more car-like...

With a more car-like profile than the current model, it will still seat five, not seven. However, buyers can expect a more flexible cabin. While the outgoing model only has a 60/40 split-folding rear bench, the newcomer is set to feature seats which drop flat into the floor, to put it on a par with class rivals.

Due in showrooms in October next year, the Carens gets new petrol and diesel engines. Prices should start at a little over н‚бЈ10,000 for the entry-level petrol car. Meanwhile, a low-emissions Picanto diesel planned for mainland Europe won"t come here. Kia has ruled out a right-hand-drive conversion.