2001 Kia Magentis owners manual 2002 Kia Magentis owners manual 2003 Kia Magentis owners manual 2004 Kia Magentis owners manual 2005 Kia Magentis owners manual 2006 Kia Magentis owners manual 2007 Kia Magentis owners manual 2008 Kia Magentis owners manual
Web analogstereo.com
VALUE-PRICED CAR INSURANCE FROM THE COMPANIES YOU CAN TRUST!

When choosing a new car, it's all too easy to dismiss a model without giving it a fair chance. Take Kia's Magentis - it's still cursed with a dowdy image despite a recent restyle, but now a new 2.0-litre engine has made it even cheaper. The 134bhp unit is available with a five-ratio manual box for 11,995 - the price of a top-flight supermini. But the H-Matic auto bumps the cost up to 13,195.
The motor lacks low-down torque, yet it's far from peaky and gives swift and relatively refined progress. It does 0-60mph in 11.5 seconds - 2.7 behind the light-footed 2.5-litre - and the top speed is 129mph. Economy of 32.8mpg is reasonable and easily beats the 2.5's 27.4mpg, while company car drivers will benefit from lower CO2 emissions.Let's hear it for Kia! In recent years, few makers have enjoyed the Korean firm's success, with hit models such as the Picanto supermini and new Rio hatch. However, as the brand guns for a larger slice of the family car market with a fresh Magentis, its record could be tarnished. Big Korean models have never been strong sellers here, and it's hard to see how this newcomer will be any different.
Still, the styling is modern and well proportioned. It's a similar story inside, where the build quality continues to improve. The cabin is functional, too, and the seats are comfortable, while there's impressive rear legroom and a 420-litre boot.
A 2.0-litre diesel joins two new petrol engines, and delivers 138bhp and 305Nm of torque. It's mated to a six-speed manual box.
Cruising refinement is fine, but the unit lacks punch. The gearshift isn't very slick, either, although the brakes are effective. Yet the flawed ride seals the Kia's fate.
With sales difficult to come by in this declining market sector, it can't afford to be second best.