Kia Avella I (WB) gallery (1994–1999)

The subcompact Kia Avella (WB) was manufactured from 1994 to 1999 as the successor to the Kia Pride. Co-developed with Ford, it was sold in North America as the Ford Aspire. Built on Mazda's WV platform, it was offered as 3- and 5-door hatchbacks and a 4-door sedan (Avella Delta) measuring 4,165 mm long with a 2,305 mm wheelbase. This generation of the Avella (WB) was produced from 1994 to 1999 and offered in хэтчбек, седан body styles. Built on an engineered platform, it features strong structural rigidity, refined aerodynamics, and advanced occupant safety engineering. The generous wheelbase and clever interior packaging ensure superior passenger accommodation and ergonomic comfort for long travel.

Engines were Mazda 1.3-liter (73 hp) and 1.5-liter 16V (92 hp) fuel-injected petrol units mated to a 5-speed manual or 3/4-speed automatic. A 1997 facelift revised the front lighting and grilles. The powertrain lineup features modern engines optimized for thermal efficiency, balancing responsive acceleration with economical fuel consumption. Power is delivered through reliable manual or automatic transmissions. Mid-cycle updates introduced modernized LED lighting graphics, premium cabin materials, and enhanced active driver assistance suites.