Kia pro_cee’d heads ‘four’ the top

Kia has introduced a new top line pro_cee’d to its family car line up. Surpassing the existing pro_cee’d ‘3’, the facelifted pro_cee’d ‘4’ features the Schreyer grille and a new higher output 1.6-litre diesel engine producing 126bhp @ 6,200rpm - 13bhp above the current engine.  Top speed is 122mph and 0-60 acceleration in just over 10 seconds.

The new pro_cee’d ‘4’ comes on 17-inch alloy wheels and black bezel headlights and privacy glass to help create the ‘sporty’ exterior appearance.  The interior has full black leather upholstery combined with front heated seats and a leather trimmed steering wheel to add a luxurious feel.  Cruise control is fitted as standard with controls on the steering wheel for driver convenience.

For the first time in the cee’d range, the new ‘4’ grade adds, as standard, a fully integrated Sat-Nav system with a seven inch full colour touch screen system.  A variety of extra features includes a large selection of European maps, points-of-interest and multi-route planning.

The Bluetooth system can be operated through the touch screen with the ability to download mobile phone directories from up to eight mobile phones.  An advanced reversing camera system offers a view of obstacles to the rear of the vehicle and is displayed though the Sat-Nav screen. 

The new pro_cee’d 4 is available with on the road pricing of £18,495 and of course benefits from Kia’s pioneering seven year, 100,000 miles, fully transferable manufacturers warranty.