Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Carens
Power
112HP
Torque
245Nm
Consumption
7l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
13.5s
Top Speed
172km/h
Weight
1549kg
Price
18,530€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
422 L
55 L
82.5 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Carens 2.0 CRDi EX · 112 CV (2002-2006)
General description
The 2002 KIA Carens was introduced as a smart and affordable solution for families looking for space and functionality without a large outlay. This minivan, with its 112-horsepower 2.0 CRDi diesel engine, embodied the promise of reliable and economical transportation, a travel companion ready to meet the demands of daily life without pretensions of luxury, but with an honesty that earned trust.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Carens conveys a sense of calm and predictability. Its diesel engine, while not a performance marvel with modest acceleration, pulls with sufficient capability from low revs thanks to its good torque, making family trips comfortable and relaxed. It doesn't seek to thrill with its dynamics, but rather to offer a smooth and stable ride, prioritizing occupant comfort over any sporting aspirations. It's a car that gets you to your destination without a fuss, with the calmness of a vehicle designed to serve.
Design and aesthetics
Its exterior design is a reflection of its purpose: functionality above all else. With soft lines and a classic minivan silhouette, the Carens wasn't meant to turn heads, but to maximize interior space and visibility. Inside, the atmosphere is sober and practical, with simple, well-placed controls, and a sense of spaciousness that was its greatest virtue. It's an honest design, without artifice, that has aged for what it is: a well-thought-out family tool.
Technology and features
In the technology department, the Carens offered the essentials for its time. The heart of its modernity lay in the common-rail direct injection diesel engine, a technology that allowed it to offer low fuel consumption and decent performance. The equipment was functional, without the complex infotainment systems of today, focusing on basic comfort features and safety that met the standards of the time. It was technology at the service of reliability and economy of use.
Competition
In a very competitive market, the KIA Carens faced giants like the Renault Scénic, the Citroën Xsara Picasso, or the Opel Zafira. While its European rivals often offered bolder designs or greater refinement, the Carens played the pragmatism card: a very competitive price, generous interior space, and a warranty that was beginning to build the Korean brand's reputation. It was the logical alternative for those who valued substance over style.
Conclusion
The KIA Carens 2.0 CRDi was more than just a minivan; it was a statement of intent from the Korean brand. An honest, spacious, and economical vehicle that more than fulfilled its mission of motorizing thousands of families. Although lacking the glamour or technology of other models, its value lay in its robustness and practical approach. It represents an era when a car was, above all, a tool for living, and in that sense, the Carens was a loyal and competent life companion.