1995-2001 Clarus OverviewKia Clarus Overview (1995 - 2001)
1995 - 2001
Tech Specs Summary
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- 115 - 121 mph
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- 10.7 - 10.9 seconds
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- 114 - 131 BHP
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- 27.7 - 31.7 mpg
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- 1,220 - 1,298 kg
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- 424 - 764 L (Saloon)
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- 470 - 1,580 L (Estate)
The Kia Clarus was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 1995 - 2001. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a saloon or estate. There are two power levels available from a 1.8 L Inline 4 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 Clarus is the Kia Clarus 2.0 DOHC which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 131 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 106 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 121 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Clarus Estate 1.8 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 397 miles and can store 470-1,580 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,650 kg.