Kia has revealed the first pictures of the new Ceed hatchback ahead of the car’s world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March.

Kia says the new Ceed combines styling typically found on a sporty coupé with the space and functionality of a five-door hatch.

A cleaner exterior design also includes details like chrome framed windows and a sculpted bonnet. Kia says the interior is more refined with a strong focus on quality of materials.

The new Ceed will be available across Europe from the second quarter of 2012 with UK deliveries expected to start from June.