Test: Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi (85 kW) LX Family
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In Kia, of course, they could not pass by the euphoria that prevailed at the World Cup, so the new Carens offered a special offer called the World Cup 2014. But luck is that the entire editorial staff of Auto magazine found the author. to whom football means as much as yesterday's newspaper.
Luckily for the writer, only the sticker on the back of the car indicates football, because the rookie didn't have the ball to prove I could dribble, or to answer before taking the car, or I know what country Cristiano Ronaldo is from. ... ... Spain, right? Joking aside, Kia, along with co-owner Hyundai, of course, has been participating in world football as a sponsor for many years, so we cannot consider this a bad thing. However, the question of whether football is the right training ground for a car factory and whether it might be more appropriate to invest in motorsport remains controversial.
Kia Karens is the work of Peter Schreyer's team, and based on the reviews, they (again) had a good day, week, or month as much as the designers spent on basic movements. The third generation is slightly shorter (20mm), narrower (15mm) and lower (40mm) than its predecessor, but due to its 50mm longer wheelbase, it is large enough to easily ride a scooter in addition to two adults . children., skis or luggage for the weekend. Carens offers two options, a five-seat and a seven-seat version, so count your kids carefully before you buy. Regardless of the number of babies, you will be satisfied with the equipment offered by the 2014 World Cup.
ESC stabilization system, Start Assist (HAC), front and side airbags, side curtain airbags, reversing camera, rear parking sensors, LED daytime running lights and front fog lamps for cornering lights, dual-zone air conditioning, interior cooling, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear lever, central locking, cruise control and speed limiter, rain sensor, FlexSteer, trip computer, Bluetooth, heated front seats, 16-inch alloy wheels, sunroof and tinted windows also convince these parents who otherwise would not have ranked Key among the favorites.
The driving position is good thanks to the generously adjustable seats and steering wheel, although my back didn't really like the too soft (and too concave) lumbar section. In fact, we only blame the dashboard for its very modest dimensions, although it reigns supreme on the top of the center console and is modern to the touch, as well as a slightly inexpensive plastic that probably turns out to be more in terms of cleaning than aesthetics. Workmanship? No comments. FlexSteer offers three steering wheel steering options: Normal, Comfort and Sport.
Electric Power Steering provides very little resistance to maneuvering in parking spaces, normal operation for everyday driving, and a sportier mode that rewards faster drivers at higher speeds. The steering wheel, along with the six-speed manual transmission, works a little artificially, too indirectly, but pleasantly and always neatly. A suitable solution for this type of car if you are definitely not a fan of more sporty Fords.
At the rear, there are three independent seats, which are also longitudinally adjustable. Unfortunately, there are no Isofix mounts in the center, which is, to put it mildly, a strange decision given the family orientation of the car. But don't get distracted, otherwise you may soon forget where you stored something, in many storage places (even in the lower part of the cabin!).
The 1,7-liter turbodiesel can be called "Work of the Week" as it handles its pressure well. It is not the quietest, although it is quite refined, it can also provide encouraging overtaking and consumes only 5,3 liters per 100 kilometers on a normal loop. Perhaps it would be even better if the ISG (Idle Stop & Go system) engine shut-off system was not only included in the list of accessories (surcharge of 300 euros). While we had a weaker 85 kilowatt version in our test (there is also a more nervous 100 kilowatt version), we are not surprised that it is already the most popular choice for both the Carens and Sportage. It just fits into this car until, of course, you load it to full capacity.
In conclusion, let's say that he likes to go to third, but we could only shout: "Football!"
Text: Aljosha Darkness
Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi (85 yen) LX Family
Basic data
| Sales: | KMAG dd |
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| Base model price: | 18.950 € |
| Test model cost: | 24.950 € |
| Power: | 85kW (116 KM) |
| Acceleration (0-100 km / h): | 12,3 with |
| Maximum speed: | 181 km / h |
| Mixed flow ECE: | 4,9l / 100km |
| Guarantee: | 7 years general warranty or 150.000 5 km, varnish 7 years warranty, rust warranty XNUMX years. |
| Systematic review | 20.000 km |
Cost (up to 100.000 km or five years)
| Regular services, works, materials: | 1.208 € |
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| Fuel: | 9.282 € |
| Tires (1) | 500 € |
| Loss of value (within 5 years): | 13.416 € |
| Compulsory insurance: | 2.506 € |
| Buy up | € 33.111 0,33 (km cost: XNUMX €) |
Technical information
| engine: | 4-cylinder - 4-stroke - in-line - turbodiesel - front transversely mounted - bore and stroke 77,2 × 90 mm - displacement 1.685 cm³ - compression ratio 17,0:1 - maximum power 85 kW (116 hp) s.) at 4.000 rpm - average piston speed at maximum power 12,0 m / s - specific power 50,4 kW / l (68,6 hp / l) - maximum torque 260 Nm at 1.250– 2.750 rpm - 2 camshafts in the head (toothed belt) - 4 valves per cylinder - common rail fuel injection - exhaust gas turbocharger - charge air cooler. |
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| Energy transfer: | front wheel motor drives - 6-speed manual transmission - gear ratio I. 3,77; II. 2,08 hours; III. 1,32 hour; IV. 0,98; V. 0,76; VI. 0,63 - Differential 3,93 - Wheels 6,5 J × 16 - Tires 205/55 R 16, rolling circumference 1,91 m. |
| Capacity: | 181 km/h top speed - 0-100 km/h acceleration in 13,0 s - fuel consumption (ECE) 6,1/4,3/4,9 l/100 km, CO2 emissions 129 g/km. |
| Transportation and suspension: | sedan - 5 doors, 5 seats - self-supporting body - front single suspension, spring legs, three-spoke cross rails, stabilizer - rear torsion axle, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer - front disc brakes (forced cooling), rear discs, ABS, parking mechanical brake on the rear wheels (lever between seats) - rack and pinion steering wheel, electric power steering, 2,6 turns between extreme points. |
| Mass: | empty vehicle 1.482 kg - Permissible gross vehicle weight 2.110 kg - Permissible trailer weight with brake: n.a., without brake: n.a. - Permissible roof load: n.a. |
| External dimensions: | length 4.525 mm – width 1.805 mm, with mirrors 2.090 1.610 mm – height 2.750 mm – wheelbase 1.573 mm – track front 1.586 mm – rear 10,9 mm – ground clearance XNUMX m. |
| Inner dimensions: | longitudinal front 880-1.120 mm, rear 640-880 mm - front width 1.500 mm, rear 1.500 mm - head height front 960-1.040 mm, rear 970 mm - front seat length 520 mm, rear seat 460 mm - luggage compartment 536 - 1.694 380 l – handlebar diameter 58 mm – fuel tank XNUMX l. |
| Box: | 5 Samsonite suitcases (total 278,5 L): 5 seats: 1 Airplane suitcase (36 L), 1 suitcase (85,5 L), 1 suitcase (68,5 L), 1 backpack (20 L). |
| Standard equipment: | driver and front passenger airbags - side airbags - curtain airbags - ISOFIX mountings - ABS - ESP - power steering - automatic air conditioning - power windows front and rear - electrically adjustable and heated rear-view mirrors - radio with CD player and MP3 player – multifunction steering wheel – central locking with remote control – steering wheel with height and depth adjustment – rain sensor – height-adjustable driver’s seat – heated front seats – split rear seat – trip computer – cruise control. |
Our measurements
| T = 17 ° C / p = 1.018 mbar / rel. vl. = 64% / Tires: Nexen Nblue HD 205/55 / R 16 V / Odometer status: 7.352 km | |
| Acceleration 0-100km: | 12,3s |
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| 402m from the city: | 18,4 years ( 122 km / h) |
| Flexibility 50-90km / h: | 9,2 / 13,0s (IV/V) |
| Flexibility 80-120km / h: | 12,0 / 15,1s (Sun./Fri.) |
| Maximum speed: | 181km / h (WE.) |
| test consumption: | 6,8 l / 100km |
| Fuel consumption according to the standard scheme: | 5,3 l / 100km |
| Braking distance at 130 km / h: | 71,3m |
| Braking distance at 100 km / h: | 40,2m |
| AM table: | 40m |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 3rd gear | 59dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 4rd gear | 58dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 5rd gear | 56dB |
| Noise at 50 km / h in 6rd gear | 55dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 3rd gear | 63dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 4rd gear | 61dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 5rd gear | 59dB |
| Noise at 90 km / h in 6rd gear | 58dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 3rd gear | 65dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 4rd gear | 63dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 5rd gear | 61dB |
| Noise at 130 km / h in 6rd gear | 60dB |
| Idling noise: | 41dB |
Overall rating (327/420)
The Kia Carens doesn't disappoint in terms of technology, and we had some comments on the equipment. According to our estimates, he belongs to the middle class.
Exterior (10/15)
Typical Kia design style, so nice but nothing special.
Interior (102/140)
The salon is very thoughtfully made, but also with minor flaws.
Engine, transmission (54
/ 40)Suitable engine and precise transmission, praise the FlexSteer system.
Driving performance (55
/ 95)Kia does not stand out well or badly in this segment.
Performance (24/35)
Performance is satisfactory, but for something more, consider the more powerful 1.7 CRDi.
Security (34/45)
Good passive safety and modest active.
Economy (48/50)
Moderate consumption (in the range of the norm), good price, average warranty.
We praise and reproach
smoothness of the engine
fuel consumption
three power steering programs
rear three longitudinally movable individual seats
price
precise six-speed transmission
many storage rooms
ISG system (short stop) is an accessory
it does not have an Isofix mount in the rear center seat
small screen on the center console
plastic on the dashboard
