Kia reveals more details on Vision Meta Turismo concept

Kia has released more details on the Vision Meta Turismo concept, which was revealed to celebrate the firm’s 80th anniversary.

The Vision Meta Turismo concept uses Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design language, featuring a sleek silhouette with a low stance and wide rear haunches.

Its interior focuses on providing a digital experience with an ultra-slim instrument cluster, light frame seat structures, a 3D head-up display and seats that can rotate 180 degrees when the vehicle is stationary to allow passengers to sit face-to-face and talk.

The concept comes as standard with an electric powertrain, although Kia has not revealed its battery capacity or performance figures.

To enhance the driving experience, Kia has fitted a ‘Joystick’ virtual gear shifter, while there is a virtual engine sound and vibration to mimic an internal-combustion engine.

There is also a launch control and GT Boost button to deliver maximum power from a standing start. Furthermore, the car’s steering wheel includes three digital experience modes: Speedster, Dreamer and Gamer.

Speedster mode widens the car’s head-up display screen and turns on the sequential lighting and sound effects for a more vibrant driving experience. Dreamer is best used in urban environments and uses augmented reality through the head-up display and glass area to create an immersive experience for passengers.

Finally, Gamer mode can be activated when the vehicle is parked and allows the driver to play a virtual racing game through the head-up display using the car’s steering wheel.

The Kia Vision Meta Turismo is just a concept for now, with no plans to put the car into production at this stage.