Kia Carens
| Kia Carens | |
|---|---|
| Production period: | since 1999 |
| Class : | Van |
| Body versions : | Station wagon |
The Kia Carens is a passenger car model from the automobile manufacturer Kia Motors , which is marketed in North America under the name Rondo . It is now being built in the fourth generation and was the Korean company's first compact van .
The first model was available from May 1999. The Carens was revised in mid-2002 and became the second generation. In the summer of 2006 there was another model change to the third generation.
The fourth generation of Carens was introduced in spring 2013.
Sales in Central Europe were discontinued in 2018.
Carens (FC, 1999-2002)
| 1st generation | |
|---|---|
 Kia Carens (1999-2002) |
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| Production period: | 1999-2002 |
| Body versions : | Station wagon |
| Engines: |
Otto engine : 1.8 liters (80 kW) |
| Length: | 4439 mm |
| Width: | 1709 mm |
| Height: | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2555 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1246-1345 kg |
The first Carens hit the market in spring 1999 and only lasted three years. Its 1.8-liter four-cylinder petrol engine developed 80 kW (109 hp).
Technical specifications
| 1.8 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Construction period | 05 / 1999-07 / 2002 | |
| Engine characteristics | ||
| Engine type | R4 petrol engine | |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4th | |
| Valve control | DOHC , timing belt | |
| Mixture preparation | Manifold injection | |
| cooling | Water cooling | |
| Engine identification | T8 | |
| Bore × stroke | 81.0 x 87.0 mm | |
| Displacement | 1793 cc | |
| Compression ratio | 9.5: 1 | |
| Max. power | 80 kW (109 PS) at 5750 rpm | |
| Max. Torque | 152 Nm at 4500 rpm | |
| Power transmission | ||
| drive | Front wheel drive | |
| Gearbox, as standard | 5-speed manual transmission | |
| Gearbox, optional | 4- speed automatic transmission | |
| Readings | ||
| Top speed | 190 km / h (173 km / h 1 ) |
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| Acceleration, 0-100 km / h | 11.3 s | |
| Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined) | 8.6 l S | |
Carens (FJ, 2002-2006)
| 2nd generation | |
|---|---|
 Kia Carens (2002-2006) |
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| Production period: | 2002-2006 |
| Body versions : | Station wagon |
| Engines: |
Otto engines : 1.6–2.0 liters (77–102 kW) Diesel engines : 2.0 liters (83–103 kW) |
| Length: | 4493 mm |
| Width: | 1748 mm |
| Height: | 1609 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2560 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1475-1549 kg |
In June 2002 the second generation of the Carens was presented. It was visually much more modern than its predecessor.
Two trim levels were offered: LX and EX. In both versions, air conditioning, electric windows on all doors, TCS (Traction Control System), four airbags and much more were part of the standard equipment. In the "EX" version, a. In addition, automatic air conditioning, rain sensor and automatically dimming interior mirror are installed as standard. Only in this version could a partial leather interior with seat heating be ordered at an additional cost. Both the diesel and gasoline versions could be combined with a 4-stage automatic steering wheel with a torque converter lock-up clutch. An exclusively electrically operated sliding glass roof could also be ordered for all equipment variants. However, otherwise valuable materials are missing in the interior; a “plastic atmosphere” dominates. Some control elements, which can even distract you from traffic, are arranged unfavorably. So you have to look away from the street to operate the two pushbuttons for the rear wiper / washer on the lower left dashboard. Otherwise, the price-performance ratio and the practical benefits of the KIA Carens II can still be classified as “good to very good”. Used cars are among the cheaper purchases compared to competing vehicles such as the Opel Zafira or the VW Touran.
Technology / driving characteristics
In 2002, the Kia Carens II corresponded to the usual technical standard with independent suspension, disc brakes also internally ventilated at the front and rear, plus brake force distributor, power steering and ABS. In particular, with the somewhat rough 2.0 l diesel engine, he conveyed the idea of sitting in a car that is “well motorized” for all road conditions. There was enough space for four adults and their luggage in the Carens II. The storage compartment under the luggage compartment was very practical. This created a flat loading area - after folding it down in connection with the rear bench, which is a little higher than the front seats.
In Malaysia it was sold as Naza Citra . Production of the Carens II ran out in August 2006.
Technical specifications
| 1.6 | 1.8 | 2.0 | 2.0 CRDi | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction period | 06 / 2002-08 / 2006 | 08 / 2004-08 / 2006 | 06 / 2002-10 / 2005 | 11/2005-08/2006 | |
| Engine characteristics | |||||
| Engine type | R4 petrol engine | R4 diesel engine | |||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4th | ||||
| Valve control | DOHC , timing belt | OHC, timing belt | |||
| Mixture preparation | Manifold injection | Common rail injection | |||
| cooling | Water cooling | ||||
| Engine identification | S6D | TB | G4GC | D4EA | |
| Bore × stroke | 78.0 x 83.4 mm | 81.0 x 87.0 mm | 82.0 x 93.5 mm | 83.0 x 92.0 mm | |
| Displacement | 1594 cc | 1793 cc | 1975 cc | 1991 cc | |
| Compression ratio | 9.5: 1 | 10.1: 1 | 17.7: 1 | ||
| Max. power | 77 kW (105 PS) at 5800 rpm | 93 kW (126 hp) at 6000 rpm | 102 kW (139 PS) at 6000 rpm | 83 kW (113 hp) at 4000 rpm | 103 kW (140 PS) at 4000 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 141 Nm at 4700 rpm | 162 Nm at 4500 rpm | 175 Nm at 4500 rpm | 245 Nm at 2000 rpm | 245 Nm at 1500 rpm |
| Power transmission | |||||
| drive | Front wheel drive | ||||
| Gearbox, as standard | 5-speed manual transmission | ||||
| Gearbox, optional | - | 4- speed automatic transmission | |||
| Readings | |||||
| Top speed | 170 km / h | 177 km / h (170 km / h 1 ) |
185 km / h (181 km / h 1 ) |
172 km / h (171 km / h 1 ) |
190 km / h (171 km / h 1 ) |
| Acceleration, 0-100 km / h | 13.5 s | 12.0 s (15.0 s 1 ) |
10.6 s (11.8 s 1 ) |
13.5 s (14.0 s 1 ) |
11.0 s (14.0 s 1 ) |
| Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined) | 8.2 l p | 8.1 l S (9.1 l S 1 ) |
8.1 l S (8.6 l S 1 ) |
7.0 l D (7.6 l D 1 ) |
6.2 l D (7.6 l D 1 ) |
| CO 2 emissions (combined) | 183 g / km | 191 g / km (215 g / km 1 ) |
192 g / km (205 g / km 1 ) |
185 g / km (205 g / km 1 ) |
163 g / km |
Carens (UN, 2006-2013)
| 3rd generation | |
|---|---|
 Kia Carens (2006-2010) |
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| Production period: | 2006-2013 |
| Body versions : | Station wagon |
| Engines: |
Gasoline engines : 1.6–2.7 liters (97–141 kW) Diesel engines : 1.6–2.0 liters (85–103 kW) |
| Length: | 4545 mm |
| Width: | 1820 mm |
| Height: | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2700 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1631-1741 kg |
The third generation of the Kia Carens was presented on May 25, 2006 at the Salon International del Automovil de Madrid . The vehicle sold from September 2006 on the floor pan of the Kia Optima is otherwise newly developed. In the Kia product range, the Carens was placed between the compact model cee'd and the larger Van Kia Carnival when it was launched . The Carens was available as a five- and seven-seater.
A 2.0-liter gasoline engine with 106 kW (144 PS) or a 2.0-liter common rail diesel with 103 kW (140 PS) were available as drive. The gasoline engine is linked to a 5-speed manual transmission, the diesel to a newly developed 6-speed manual transmission. Alternatively, a four-speed automatic transmission is available for both engines. The wheels were hung individually; at the front on MacPherson struts and wishbones, at the rear with a multi-link axle .
The scope of equipment of the Carens in Germany is divided into the four variants LX Basis, LX, EX and EX Top.
In autumn 2010 the compact van was revised, which can be seen from the outside by a new radiator grille. The engine range was changed. From now on, there was a choice of two gasoline engines, a 1.6-liter engine with 97 kW (132 PS) and one with a displacement of 2 liters and 106 kW (144 PS) and a 1.6-liter diesel in two output levels with 85 kW (115 PS) and 94 kW (128 PS) are used.
In the USA the model was called Rondo . In Malaysia, the revised model with indicators integrated in the mirrors has been offered by the Naza company as the Citra II Rondo since 2012 .
Rear view
Kia Carens (2010-2013)
The following petrol engines were offered:
- 2.4 l in-line engine with four cylinders and 129 kW (175 hp)
- 2.7 lV engine with six cylinders and 141 kW (192 hp)
Technical specifications
| 1.6 | 2.0 | 1.6 CRDi | 2.0 CRDi | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction period | 10/2010 - 03/2013 | 08/2006–03/2013 | 10/2010 - 03/2013 | 08 / 2006-09 / 2010 | |
| Engine characteristics | |||||
| Engine type | R4 petrol engine | R4 diesel engine | |||
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4th | ||||
| Valve control | DOHC , chain | OHC, timing belt | |||
| Mixture preparation | Manifold injection | Common rail injection | |||
| cooling | Water cooling | ||||
| Engine identification | G4FC | G4KA | D4FB | D4EA | |
| Bore × stroke | 77.0 x 85.4 mm | 86.0 x 86.0 mm | 77.2 x 84.5 mm | 83.0 x 92.0 mm | |
| Displacement | 1591 cc | 1998 cc | 1582 cc | 1991 cc | |
| Compression ratio | 10.5: 1 | 17.3: 1 | |||
| Max. power | 97 kW (132 PS) at 6300 rpm | 106 kW (144 PS) at 6000 rpm | 85 kW (115 PS) at 4000 rpm | 94 kW (128 PS) at 4000 rpm | 103 kW (140 PS) at 4000 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 157 Nm at 4200 rpm | 189 Nm at 4250 rpm | 260 Nm at 1900 rpm | 305 Nm at 1800-2500 rpm | |
| Power transmission | |||||
| drive | Front wheel drive | ||||
| Gearbox, as standard | 5-speed manual transmission | 6-speed manual transmission | |||
| Gearbox, optional | - | 4- speed automatic transmission | - | 4-speed automatic transmission | |
| Readings | |||||
| Top speed | 178 km / h | 190 km / h (181 km / h 1 ) |
177 km / h | 181 km / h | 187 km / h |
| Acceleration, 0-100 km / h | 11.6 s | 11.0 s (11.9 s 1 ) |
12.8 s | 12.5 s | 11.0 s (12.6 s 1 ) |
| Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined) | 7.4 l S | 8.4 l S (8.6 l S 1 ) |
5.5 l D | 6.2 l D (7.2 l D 1 ) |
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| CO 2 emissions (combined) | 174 g / km | 193 g / km (200 g / km 1 ) |
146 g / km | 163 g / km (189 g / km 1 ) |
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Carens (RP, since 2013)
| 4th generation | |
|---|---|
_wagon_(2012-10-26)_01.jpg) Kia Carens (2013-2016) |
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| Production period: | since 2013 |
| Body versions : | Station wagon |
| Engines: |
Otto engines : 1.6–2.0 liters (99–122 kW) Diesel engines : 1.7 liters (85–104 kW) |
| Length: | 4525 mm |
| Width: | 1805 mm |
| Height: | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase : | 2750 mm |
| Empty weight : | 1458-1716 kg |
The fourth generation of the Kia Carens celebrated its world premiere at the 2012 Paris Motor Show . The compact van was launched in Germany on May 4, 2013. It is about 20 mm shorter, 15 mm narrower and 40 mm flatter than its predecessor, with the wheelbase being extended by 50 mm to 2.75 m.
At the market launch in Europe, the Carens was available with two petrol engines and one diesel in two power levels. The petrol engines have either 1.6 or 2.0 liter displacement and an output of 99 kW (135 PS) or 122 kW (166 PS). The 1.7-liter CRDi turbodiesel has an output of either 85 kW (115 PS) or 100 kW (136 PS). The lower power level of diesel is not available in Germany. Consumption (4.8–7.9 l / 100 km) and CO 2 emissions (132–184 g / km) have been significantly reduced compared to the predecessor.
The model is no longer available in the USA for the time being. In Canada, however, like its predecessor, it is sold under the name Rondo .
In the summer of 2016, the Carens was subtly revised. In addition to a slightly different look and an upgraded interior, a newer infotainment system has been installed since then, which is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto , among other things . The range of safety systems has been expanded to include a blind spot assistant and a cross traffic warning system.
The Carens has not been available in Central Europe since 2018. There is no direct successor model.
Rear view
Kia Carens (since 2016)
| Stars in the Euro NCAP - Crash Test (2013) |
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Technical specifications
| Parameters | 1.6 GDI | 2.0 GDI | 2.0 GDI | 1.7 CRDi | 1.7 CRDi | 1.7 CRDi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction period | since 05/2013 | 05/2013–06/2014 | 11/2016–08/2018 | since 01/2016 | 05/2013–12/2015 | since 01/2016 |
| Engine characteristics | ||||||
| Engine type | R4 petrol engine | R4 diesel engine | ||||
| Mixture preparation | Direct injection | Common rail direct injection | ||||
| Engine charging | - | turbocharger | ||||
| Displacement | 1591 cc | 1991 cc | 1999 cc | 1685 cc | ||
| Max. power | 99 kW (135 PS) at 6300 rpm |
122 kW (166 hp) at 6500 rpm |
85 kW (115 PS) at 4000 rpm |
100 kW (136 hp) at 4000 rpm |
104 kW (141 hp) at 4000 rpm |
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| Max. Torque | 165 Nm at 4850 rpm |
210 Nm at 4700 rpm |
213 Nm at 4700 rpm |
260 Nm at 1250-3000 rpm |
331 Nm at 1750-2500 rpm |
340 Nm at 1750-2500 rpm |
| Power transmission | ||||||
| Drive, as standard | Front wheel drive | |||||
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Gearbox, as standard [optional] |
6-speed manual transmission | 6-speed manual transmission [7-speed dual clutch transmission] |
6-speed automatic transmission | 6-speed manual transmission | 6-speed manual transmission | 6-speed manual transmission [7-speed dual clutch transmission] |
| Readings | ||||||
| Top speed | 185 km / h | 203 km / h [200 km / h] | 198 km / h | 193 km / h | 191 km / h | 193 km / h [189 km / h] |
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Acceleration, 0-100 km / h |
11.3 s | 9.7 s [10.8 s] | 10.8 s | 13.0 s | 10.4 s | 10.4 s [12.0 s] |
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Fuel consumption over 100 km (combined) |
6.5–6.2 l super | 7.7–7.2 l super | 7.8 l super | 4.5 l diesel | 5.1 l diesel | 4.5 l diesel [4.8 l diesel] |
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CO 2 emissions (combined) |
150-143 g / km | 179-166 g / km | 182 g / km | 118 g / km | 134 g / km | 118 g / km [127 g / km] |
| Tank capacity | 58 l | |||||
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Emission standard according to EU classification |
Euro 6 | 5 euro | Euro 6 | 5 euro | Euro 6 | |
literature
- Automobil Revue , catalog 2000, 2003, 2006 and 2008
- Bil-Revyen , 2011 (Danish)
Web links
Individual evidence
- ↑ Archived copy ( memento of the original from November 26, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.
- ↑ New Kia Rondo 2012 ( page no longer available , search in web archives ) Info: The link was automatically marked as defective. Please check the link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. autotrader.ca, accessed June 30, 2012
- ↑ Kia Carens Facelift 2016
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