Kia Magentis

The Kia Magentis is a five-seat sedan that entered production in 2000. It is powered by a 2.153-litre petrol engine with five cylinders producing 112 kW, enabling a top speed of 208 km/h. The vehicle measures 4,738 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,516 kg.
| Manufacturer | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2000 |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Kerb weight | 1,418 kg |
| Displacement | 2,219 cc |
| Top speed | 208 km/h |
| Length | 4,740 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,480 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Kia Magentis (from registration data). 4 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 l ยท 4-cyl | โ | โ | 207 km/h | โ | โ |
| 2.0 l ยท 4-cyl | โ | โ | 208 km/h | โ | โ |
| 2.5 l ยท 6-cyl | โ | โ | 209 km/h | โ | โ |
| 2.7 l ยท 6-cyl | โ | โ | โ | โ | โ |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
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Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 65% of Kia Magentiss pass their MOT test first time, based on 754 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data โ not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Kia Magentis in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Kia recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Kia Magentis?
- The Kia Magentis has a rated top speed of 208 km/h.
- What are the dimensions of the Kia Magentis?
- The Kia Magentis is 4,740 mm long, 1,810 mm wide and 1,480 mm tall.
- How much does the Kia Magentis weigh?
- The Kia Magentis has a kerb weight of about 1,418 kg.
- How many seats does the Kia Magentis have?
- The Kia Magentis has 5 seats.