When did Kia change the engine in the Magentis?
Late 2002 saw the first change to the Magentis range. The flagship V6 SE automatic carried on as before but the entry-level V6 car, badged LX, had its engine swapped for a 2.0-litre four cylinder unit and £1,000 was lopped from the price.
Is the Kia Magentis the same as the Hyundai Sonata?
KIA Optima / Magentis. The Kia Magentis or the Optima as it known in America and Australia, is mechanically identical with the Hyundai Sonata. The only differences were on the body and in the options. The car was restyled each year starting with 2003 until a second generation emerged in 2006.
How much does a Kia Magentis clutch cost?
(approx based on a 2001 Magentis 2.5LX) Like their cars, Kia spares prices have gained an enviable reputation for good value, and replacement parts for the Magentis are all agreeably cheap. A clutch assembly is around £255, whilst front brake pads weigh in at around £40.
What kind of power does a Kia Optima have?
The 2.7-liter V6 offers few changes to the previous model, though power is increased to 144 kW (193 hp), and torque to 249 N⋅m (184 lbf⋅ft). Acceleration for the 5-speed automatic takes it from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 8.9sec with a top speed up to 220 km/h (137 mph).
When did the Kia Optima Magentis come out?
KIA Optima / Magentis 2001 – 2003 Kia started to improve its lineup and introduced the Optima/Magentis in 2001 as a 2002 model for specific markets. After years of offering simple, modest vehicles, Kia launched an assault on the mid-size segment with the Optima, which was also known as Magentis outside the U.S.
KIA Optima / Magentis. The Kia Magentis or the Optima as it known in America and Australia, is mechanically identical with the Hyundai Sonata. The only differences were on the body and in the options. The car was restyled each year starting with 2003 until a second generation emerged in 2006.
When did the Kia Magentis get a facelift?
In 2008 Kia introduced at the New York International Auto Show a very comprehensive facelift for their Magentis/Optima model. Entering the market as a 2009 model year, the new Magentis/Optima received the same platform as the 2006 model, dubbed “MG”, but received an increased body length by 2.75 inches.
What kind of rating does the Kia Optima have?
The 2011 Optima received a “Top Safety Pick” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). In a March 2012 comparison test by Car and Driver, the Optima came in third place out of six cars behind the first place Volkswagen Passat and the second place Honda Accord.