Kia Carens second generation

Kia Carens second generation
Photo: Rudolf Stricker / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

The Kia Carens second generation (2002–2006): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United Kingdom.

Model codes: FJ · Sold in: United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,450–4,490 mm
Width1,730–1,750 mm
Height1,600–1,685 mm
Wheelbase2,570 mm
Performance
Top speed170–190 km/h
Torque141–305 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older46.9% (44.7–49.1)69.2%2,013

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes59.1%36.4%
Suspension49.4%41.6%
Body, chassis and structure45.3%18.6%
Lights and electrics43.9%28.8%
Tyres41.8%31.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks22.7%17.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

All 9 versions of the Kia Carens second generation

United Kingdom 9 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2006–200822.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.1 L/100 km NEDC192 g/km
200622.0 LDiesel4-speed automatic7.6 L/100 km NEDC205 g/km
200622.0 LDiesel5-speed manual6.5 L/100 km NEDC171 g/km
20041.81.8 LPetrol5-speed manual8.1 L/100 km NEDC191 g/km
20041.81.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km NEDC215 g/km
2003–20042.02.0 LDiesel4-speed automatic7.6 L/100 km NEDC205 g/km
2003–20042.02.0 LDiesel5-speed manual6.5–7.0 L/100 km NEDC171–185 g/km
20031.81.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km NEDC215 g/km
20031.81.8 LPetrol5-speed manual8.1 L/100 km NEDC191 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.