Kia has confirmed to TopGear.com that the rather pretty, Alfa-ish Sportspace concept will enter production within the next 18 months.
Speaking at the Geneva motor show, where the Sportspace concept made its worldwide debut, a Kia spokesperson confirmed that plans are already afoot to build what is basically an Optima wagon.
It's all part of the South Korean giant's plans to move the brand into a sportier, more performance-led direction, something that this estate car could help spearhead.
Michael Cole, CEO for Kia Motors Europe, admitted to TopGear.com that "[Kia] wants to enter segments that we're not in to support our growth. In Europe particularly the D-segment wagon is a volume segment, so it's worth going for.
"Here we've created a car that's not such a conventional load lugger, but something that's got real style," he added.
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