Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
A vehicle designed for urban traffic, the Kia Soul was unveiled to the public in 2008 at the Paris Auto Show and started selling in 2009. The concept car was presented earlier in 2006 at the North American Internation Auto Show in Detroit.
With its unusual boxy design, the Kia Soul could’ve been either loved or hated, no in-between.
Based on the Hyundai i20’s platform, the Kia Soul was a lot taller and more rigid, offering a tough ride. While within city limits the small crossover did well, motorways were not its favorite place to be.
Offered with a choice of two engines both developing 126 hp, the Diesel was the most desired option, as the gasoline engine was a little lazy. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard, with the 1.6-liter diesel powerplant could be mated with an optional automatic gearbox.
The 5-door hatchback was available with a front-wheel drive system only and it offered great passenger space due to an unusual long wheelbase. While most vehicles in its class did not offer great storage capacity, the Soul’s trunk had a capacity of 340 liters, the same as the Kia C’eed.
Safety wise, the standard Kia Soul was equipped with optional electronic stability program, traction control, brake assistance, ABS, EBD and even a rear parking assist system.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L GDI 6AT (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1591 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 6300 RPM 140 HP @ 6300 RPM 138 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 4850 RPM 165 Nm @ 4850 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2778 lbs (1260 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3759 lbs (1705 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 168 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L GDI 6MT (140 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1591 cm3 |
Power: | 103 KW @ 6300 RPM 140 HP @ 6300 RPM 138 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 122 lb-ft @ 4850 RPM 165 Nm @ 4850 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 114 mph (183 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 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: | 195/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2745 lbs (1245 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3726 lbs (1690 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 149 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L MPI 5MT (122 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1591 cm3 |
Power: | 90 KW @ 6300 RPM 122 HP @ 6300 RPM 121 BHP @ 6300 RPM |
Torque: | 115 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM 156 Nm @ 4200 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 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: | 195/65R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2579.4 lbs (1170 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3968.3 lbs (1800 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 36.2 mpg US (6.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 159 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L MPI 4AT (142 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2000 cm3 |
Power: | 104 KW @ 6000 RPM 141 HP @ 6000 RPM 139 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 137 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM 186 Nm @ 4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 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: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2820 lbs (1279 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3801 lbs (1724 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L MPI 5MT (142 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 2000 cm3 |
Power: | 104 KW @ 6000 RPM 141 HP @ 6000 RPM 139 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 137 lb-ft @ 4600 RPM 186 Nm @ 4600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.4 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: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2767 lbs (1255 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3748 lbs (1700 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.2 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L MPI 6AT (164 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 121 KW @ 6500 RPM 165 HP @ 6500 RPM 162 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 201 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2778 lbs (1260 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3759 lbs (1705 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 30 mpg US (7.8 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L MPI 6MT (164 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1999 cm3 |
Power: | 121 KW @ 6500 RPM 165 HP @ 6500 RPM 162 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 4800 RPM 201 Nm @ 4800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
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: | 205/55R16 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2707 lbs (1228 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3688 lbs (1673 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 26 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 34 mpg US (6.9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 4AT (128 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1582 cm3 |
Power: | 94 KW @ 4000 RPM 128 HP @ 4000 RPM 126 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 192 lb-ft @ 1900-2750 RPM 260 Nm @ 1900-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 108 mph (174 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: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2778 lbs (1260 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3968 lbs (1800 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 155 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 5MT (126 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1582 cm3 |
Power: | 93 KW @ 4000 RPM 126 HP @ 4000 RPM 125 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 188 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 255 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 113.1 mph (182 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.3 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: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2799.9 lbs (1270 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3703.8 lbs (1680 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 137 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 5MT (128 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1582 cm3 |
Power: | 94 KW @ 4000 RPM 128 HP @ 4000 RPM 126 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 192 lb-ft @ 1900-2750 RPM 260 Nm @ 1900-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111 mph (179 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.3 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: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2745 lbs (1245 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3924 lbs (1780 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 137 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 6AT (128 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1582 cm3 |
Power: | 94 KW @ 4000 RPM 128 HP @ 4000 RPM 126 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 192 lb-ft @ 1900-2750 RPM 260 Nm @ 1900-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2998 lbs (1360 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3990 lbs (1810 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 47 mpg US (5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 155 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L CRDi 6MT (128 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1582 cm3 |
Power: | 94 KW @ 4000 RPM 128 HP @ 4000 RPM 126 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 192 lb-ft @ 1900-2750 RPM 260 Nm @ 1900-2750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 12.7 gallons (48.1 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.7 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: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 161.6 in (4105 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 63.4 in (1610 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 61.8/62 in (1,570/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 100.4 in (2550 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 6.5 in (165 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.8 cuFT (221 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.38 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2965 lbs (1345 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3946 lbs (1790 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 53.5 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 48 mpg US (4.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 129 g/km |