2005-2010 Magentis OverviewKia Magentis Overview (2005 - 2010)
2005 - 2010
Tech Specs Summary
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- 125 - 137 mph
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- 9.0 - 10.3 seconds
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- 138 - 190 BHP
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- 30.7 - 47.1 mpg
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- 1,418 - 1,600 kg
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- 496 - 500 L
This generation of the Kia Magentis was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2005 - 2010. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 138 BHP 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine to a 190 BHP 2.7 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 2.7 V6 which scores 2.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 190 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 126 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 137 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Magentis 2.0 CRDi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 631 miles and can store 496 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,700 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
