2000-2005 Magentis OverviewKia Magentis Overview (2000 - 2005)
2000 - 2005
Tech Specs Summary
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- 129 - 130 mph
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- 10.6 - 10.9 seconds
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- 134 - 167 BHP
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- 26.2 - 31 mpg
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- 1,478 - 1,500 kg
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- 479 L
This generation of the Kia Magentis was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2000 - 2005. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Saloon. There are two power levels available from either a 2 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 2.5 L V6 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Magentis is the Kia Magentis 2.5 V6 which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 167 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 111 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Magentis 2.0 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 443 miles and can store 479 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,700 kg.