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Kia has revealed the new ProCeed, which has transformed from a three-door hatchback into a five-door shooting brake as previewed by last year’s concept. The new Kia ProCeed is the third and most dynamic member of the expanded Ceed family, which also includes the hatchback and Sportswagon bodystyles. Measuring 4,605 mm long and 1,422 mm tall, the new ProCeed is 5 mm longer and 43 mm lower than the Ceed Sportswagon, with ground clearance also reduced by 5 mm. Boot capacity of the ProCeed is marginally smaller when compared with the Sportswagon (594lt over 625lt). The new ProCeed will act as the halo model of the Ceed family and will be available as a ‘GT-Line’ or the range-topping GT model. Kia’s new shooting brake model has been penned at the company’s European design center in Frankfurt under the guidance of Gregory Guillaume and Peter Schreyer. “Europe’s shrinking market for three-door hatchbacks brought the future of the pro_cee’d in question,” said Gregory Guil...

It seems that Kia is looking to part ways with the classic look of the first two generations Pro_Cee'd, as the third one will be wrapped under an entirely new design. That car is previewed by the Proceed Concept, which was unveiled ahead of its 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show premiere, but for whatever reason, the automaker refuses to use the words 'Shooting Brake' when talking about its sleek shape. Instead, it describes it as an "extended hot hatch" that combines "a striking visual presence with a dash of real-world versatility". Its presence is highlighted by a very attractive profile, with a sloping roofline, missing B pillars, short front overhang, and 20-inch wheels. The Stinger-like front end, muscular proportions, distinctive design cues, GT logo, and Lava Red paintwork also dominate its look. Drivers are greeted by an illuminated outline of the study's glasshouse as they approach the car, as this feature serves as "a powerful noct...