Kia2006-2012 Carens Overview

Kia Carens Overview (2006 - 2012)

BK

Tech Specs Summary


111 - 118 mph

11.0 - 11.6 seconds

124 - 142 BHP

34.4 - 49.6 mpg
kg
1,450 - 1,631 kg

322 - 1,650 L
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This generation of the Kia Carens (BK) was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2006 - 2012. It's a front engined front-wheel drive MPV. There are five power levels available from either a 1.6 L Inline 4 petrol engine or 2 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Kia Carens 1.6 CVVT
(2009 - 2012)
...1.6 CVVT

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Carens is the Kia Carens 1.6 CVVT which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 124 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 86 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 111 mph and gets to 62 mph in 11.6 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi
(2006 - 2007)
...2.0 CRDi

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 551 miles and can store 422-1,632 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,250 kg.

Euro NCAP Results

2007
Adult Occupant
★★★★
Child Occupant
★★★
Pedestrian
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