Kia's main emphasis here is that while the crossover possesses "SUV characteristics and capabilities, it focuses more on giving the driver an exhilarating driving experience on the way to the home.
The Kue is powered by a V8, something that we've not seen in a production Kia yet. Parent company Hyundai is rumored to be introducing a full-size sedan that would be powered by a V8 engine and if this concept is anything to go by, the Kue's driving force will be the same engine as what could be in future products. The 4.6-liter eight-cylinder is assisted by a supercharger to create 400 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It's a light-pressure unit that emphasizes the torque-rich nature of the big displacement V8. Mated to this new engine is a five-speed automatic that has paddleshifters for additional driver interaction. Its power then flows to all four wheels through an electronically controlled all-wheel drive system in order to deliver optimal grip on paved and off-road surfaces.
The Kue is powered by a V8, something that we've not seen in a production Kia yet. Parent company Hyundai is rumored to be introducing a full-size sedan that would be powered by a V8 engine and if this concept is anything to go by, the Kue's driving force will be the same engine as what could be in future products. The 4.6-liter eight-cylinder is assisted by a supercharger to create 400 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It's a light-pressure unit that emphasizes the torque-rich nature of the big displacement V8. Mated to this new engine is a five-speed automatic that has paddleshifters for additional driver interaction. Its power then flows to all four wheels through an electronically controlled all-wheel drive system in order to deliver optimal grip on paved and off-road surfaces.
