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Kia Joice 2.0i 16V (139 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Kia Joice:
The Kia Joice, or Kia Carstar, is a 7-seat compact MPV produced between 1999 and 2002 by the Korean manufacturer Kia Motors.
Kia co-developed the vehicle with the Hyundai Motor Company. The Joice shared the same platform as the Hyundai Santamo. The vehicle had a 2. 0-liter gasoline engine that produced between 120 and 139 horse power. In 2001, a facelift was introduced for the European market....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Joice Overview:
Kia Joice (Joice). With 180 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1350 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Kia Joice generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. As a vehicle from the late 1990s/early 2000s, its safety features would be basic compared to modern standards, likely offering standard airbags and ABS.
2.0i 16V (139 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, though the automatic transmission can dull responsiveness and acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Expect average to below-average fuel economy for its class, especially in urban settings, due to the automatic gearbox and engine size.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical 7-seater interior
- • Affordable family transport option
- • Reliable Mitsubishi-derived G4CP/Sirius engine
- • Decent ride comfort for its class
- • Good cargo capacity with seats folded
Cons:
- • Uninspired and dated exterior styling
- • Limited engine options, all petrol
- • High fuel consumption, especially with automatic transmissions
- • Basic interior quality and features
- • Not tested for modern safety standards (Euro NCAP)
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Joice |
| Generation: | Joice |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i 16V (139 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 139 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 69.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 180 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Sirius / G4CP |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 103 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1350 |
| Max. weight: | 2070 |
| Max load: | 720 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1907 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 200 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4570 mm mm |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm |
| Height: | 1645 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Kia Joice?