Is the Kia Carens a front wheel drive car?
The Kia Carens is a transverse-engined front-wheel-drive car that takes advantage of the platform and chassis designed for the new Magentis saloon, though with a 20mm shorter wheelbase. It features a stiff body, a long 2700mm wheelbase and a wide track front and rear.
When did the Kia Carens go out of production?
The compact MPV was released by Kia on the Australian and American markets, but this facelifted version never got to the Aussies because production on the Carens was discontinued in that part of the world in 2001. However, in America, the car seemed to have more success under the name Kia Rondo.
How big is the boot space on a Kia Carens?
The width measurement of 1805 millimeters corresponds to the width of the Kia Carens 2017 without exterior mirrors. The boot capacity with 5 seats varies between 492 – 536 liters depending on whether the third row of seats is present and folded down or is not present.
Is there an unlimited mileage warranty on a Kia Carens?
Also applies as an extension to any new Carens sold since launch in September 2006. And, provided the vehicle is maintained in accordance with the Kia servicing schedule, the unlimited mileage warranty is transferable to subsequent owners.
The Kia Carens is a transverse-engined front-wheel-drive car that takes advantage of the platform and chassis designed for the new Magentis saloon, though with a 20mm shorter wheelbase. It features a stiff body, a long 2700mm wheelbase and a wide track front and rear.
When did Kia stop making the Carens in the UK?
Kia rationalised the Carens range at the beginning of April 2008, trimming the number of models in the UK from 16 to 12 with the run-out of most of the Special Edition versions that had been on offer for the previous five months while adding new top-of-the-range LS seven-seater petrol options.
What’s the top speed of a Kia Carens?
The mixed performance reviews are not indicative, though, of its tested top speed (168 kph) and fuel consumption (9.10 km/l, five days mixed driving). The Carens gets down the road securely and comfortably, with the fully independent suspension doing a good job of moderating body roll and damping road impact.