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Kia Cerato III Sedan 1.8 MPI (150 Hp)
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Kia Cerato:
The Kia Cerato is a compact car produced by the South Korean manufacturer Kia since 2003. In 2008, the Cerato nameplate was replaced by the Forte nameplate in the North American market and the K3 nameplate in South Korea. However, the "Cerato" name remains in use in markets such as Australasia, Middle East and Latin America. It is available in five-door hatchback, two-door coupe and four-door sedan variants. It is not available in Europe, where the similar sized Kia Ceed is offered....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Sedan Overview:
Kia Cerato (III Sedan). With 178 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1287 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 MPI (150 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of power and responsiveness for daily driving, feeling capable both in city and on highways.
Fuel Economy
Achieves decent combined fuel economy for a naturally aspirated 1.8L engine, especially with the manual transmission.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Modern and attractive exterior design
- • Spacious and well-equipped interior for its class
- • Good range of efficient and reliable MPI engines
- • Comfortable ride quality for daily commuting
- • Strong value proposition with competitive pricing and features
Cons:
- • Torsion beam rear suspension can be less refined than multi-link setups
- • Some engine options lack spirited performance, especially the 1.6L automatic
- • Fuel economy for larger engines with automatic transmission can be average
- • Steering feel can be somewhat numb compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II Koup: 2009 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Cerato |
| Generation: | III Sedan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 MPI (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.5 Hp/l [80mm more] |
| Torque: | 178 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Nu/G4NB More details about the engine Nu/G4NB |
| Engine displacement: | 1797 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, D-CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87.2 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro IV |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 118.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1267-1308 |
| Max. weight: | 1770 |
| Max load: | 462-503 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 482 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1200 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 610 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4560 mm [80mm more] |
| Width: | 1780 mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1435 mm [35mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2700 mm [50mm more] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 280 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 262 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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