Engines, gearboxes, suspension, steering and brakes
One engine, two transmissions, completely revised all-independent suspension and steering delivering more dynamic handling and a comfortable ride and the latest electronic driver aids to minimise the risk of accidents make the Magentis right at home with its European competitors.
That is particularly emphasised by Kia's new, modern and efficient 147 bhp 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine. With sales to business 'user-choosers' so important in the D-segment and diesels by far the preferred choice because they reduce the amount of benefit-in-kind tax paid by owners, the Kia Magentis CRDi is proving to be hugely popular for its low running costs, refinement and performance.
It is available with either a six-speed manual or a four-speed automatic gearbox, which offers the option of fully-automated shifts or sequential manual control.
Extensive weight-saving measures, with 60 per cent of the body (weight) formed from strong but comparatively light high-tensile steel, aid performance, economy and emissions. Weight-saving has been enhanced by the compact and lightweight front and rear suspension systems, which have the additional benefit of improving the new Magentis' dynamic behaviour.
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Interior lights
Room light
Front (map light)
The lights are turned ON or OFF by
pressing the corresponding switch.
Center (dome light)
➀ DOOR : The light turns on or off
when a door is opened or clos ...
A safer drive thanks to new 'active' and 'passive' technology
Kia invests heavily in R&D programmes directed at enhancing both the active
and passive safety of its vehicles to deliver the highest levels of occupant
protection.
To ensure that owning and ...
Windshield defrosting and defogging
Manual climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Select any fan speed except “0”.
2. Select desired temperature.
3. Select the or position.
4. The outside (fresh) air position is ...