Body style: Van
Segment: Medium MPV
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Kia introduced the second generation of the Carens MPV in 2006, but some specific markets received it only in 2008.
While the world financial crisis was evolving and crumbled empires, Kia was on the verge of getting more market share. After it successfully introduced the cee'd on the market, it pressed harder with other models, such as the Carens MPV.
Kia didn't have a good design department when it started developing the Carens, but it tried to make it as appealing as possible. The result was more of an expanded station wagon than an MPV. Its front side appeared closer to a two-box design vehicle, such as an SUV or a hatchback. But the tall greenhouse confirmed the car's minivan status.
Inside, the designers were inspired by American MPVs when they installed the gear-stick in the center stack, while most European carmakers placed that on the floor. The driver was surrounded in a cluster-like area, with a car-like instrument cluster and easy-to-reach controls. In the back, the carmaker offered five seats as standard and an option for seven, with two jump-seats in the trunk area.
Under the hood, depending on the market, KIA installed a choice of three engines. While most countries received the 2.0-l liter gasoline unit, the diesel version was not available everywhere, and that was the engine of choice for the British and European customers, thanks to its very good fuel-efficiency.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CVVT 5MT FWD (126 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1591 cm3 |
Power: | 92.7 KW @ 6300 RPM 126 HP @ 6300 RPM 124 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 116 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 157 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111 mph (179 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.74 in (4540 mm) |
Width: | 70.86 in (1800 mm) |
Height: | 64.96 in (1650 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81 in (1570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.29 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.4 cuFT (323 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2976 lbs (1350 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4156 lbs (1885 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 174 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L CVVT 4AT FWD (144 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 106 KW @ 6000 RPM 144 HP @ 6000 RPM 142 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM 189 Nm @ 4250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.74 in (4540 mm) |
Width: | 70.86 in (1800 mm) |
Height: | 64.96 in (1650 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81 in (1570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.29 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.4 cuFT (323 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3168 lbs (1437 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4530 lbs (2055 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 27.4 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 206 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L CVVT 5MT FWD (144 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
Power: | 106 KW @ 6000 RPM 144 HP @ 6000 RPM 142 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 139 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM 189 Nm @ 4250 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 118.1 mph (190 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.74 in (4540 mm) |
Width: | 70.86 in (1800 mm) |
Height: | 64.96 in (1650 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81 in (1570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.29 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.4 cuFT (323 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3128.3 lbs (1419 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4497.4 lbs (2040 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.2 mpg US (11.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34.1 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 201 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L CRDi 4AT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1991 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4000 RPM 140 HP @ 4000 RPM 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 225 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 305 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116 mph (187 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.74 in (4540 mm) |
Width: | 70.86 in (1800 mm) |
Height: | 64.96 in (1650 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81 in (1570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.29 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.4 cuFT (323 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3422 lbs (1552 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4795 lbs (2175 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 40.6 mpg US (5.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 191 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L CRDi 6MT FWD (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1991 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 4000 RPM 140 HP @ 4000 RPM 138 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 225 lb-ft @ 1800 RPM 305 Nm @ 1800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 116.2 mph (187 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.74 in (4540 mm) |
Width: | 70.86 in (1800 mm) |
Height: | 64.96 in (1650 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.81 in (1570 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 106.29 in (2700 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.4 cuFT (323 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.32 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3375.3 lbs (1531 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4751 lbs (2155 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.1 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 37.9 mpg US (6.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 165 g/km |