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Technical data

This 2.5 AT (172 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Sedan, which was produced by Kia from 2000 to 2002. In addition to this engine, 7 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

Fuel tank capacity65litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km10.3litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km9litre
City fuel consumption per 100 km15litre
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.8second
Top speed206km/h
Fuel95 RON
Cruising rangefrom 430 to 720km

Suspension & brakes

Rear brakesDisc
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear suspensionIndependent, Multi wishbone
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts

Gearbox & drivetrain

Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears4
Turning circle10.4m

Engine

Valves per cylinder4
Stroke75mm
Bore84mm
Number of cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Maximum torque229Nm
RPM at max powerto 6 000RPM
Engine power172bhp
Displacement2494cm3
Engine typeGasoline
RPM at max torque4000RPM

Body

Ground clearance155mm
Rear track1530mm
Min. boot capacity385litre
Front track1540mm
Wheelbase2700mm
Height1420mm
Length4745mm
Width1815mm
Seats5
Body typeSedan
Kerb weight1447kg
Max. boot capacity385litre

Real-world consumption (est.)

City18 litres / 100km
Highway10.8 litres / 100km
Average12.4 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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