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 hp
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- 23.1 - 26.4 mpg
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- 2,690 - 2,862 lbs
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- 15 - 27 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 16.6 - 55.8 ft3 (Wagon)
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 sedan or wagon. There are two power levels available from a 1.8 L Inline 4 gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 20.77 lb/hp 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 Wagon 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 16.6-55.8 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,638 lbs.