1997-2003 Sephia OverviewKia Sephia Overview (1997 - 2003)
1997 - 2003
Tech Specs Summary
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- 107 - 121 mph
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- 10.3 - 11.2 seconds
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- 79 - 110 hp
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- 28 - 28.3 mpg
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- 2,288 - 2,456 lbs
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- 13.1 - 24.4 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 10.4 - 24.4 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Kia Sephia was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 1997 - 2003. It's a front engined front-wheel drive car and came as either a sedan or hatchback. There are two power levels available from a 1.6 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 Sephia is the Kia Sephia 1.8 which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 110 hp and a power/weight ratio of 22.33 lb/hp it has a top speed of 121 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.3 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Sephia SLX is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 373 miles and can store 13.1-24.4 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 2,646 lbs.