Especificaciones y análisis del KIA ceed
Power
109HP
Torque
137Nm
Consumption
6.1l/100
Emissions
145g/km
0-100 km/h
11.4s
Top Speed
187km/h
Weight
1257kg
Price
14,288€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
340 L
53 L
80 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA pro_cee'd 1.4 CVVT 109 CV Concept (2009)
General description
The 2009 KIA pro_cee'd was not just a car, it was a statement of intent. With it, the Korean brand showed that it could compete head-to-head in the tough European compact segment, offering a product that was visually appealing and won over with its balance. This three-door version, with its coupé-like feel, represented a breath of fresh air and a turning point for KIA's image.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the pro_cee'd with its 109-horsepower 1.4 engine feels agile and willing. It's not a radical sports car, but its naturally aspirated engine revs with joy and the five-speed manual gearbox invites you to play with it. It's an honest car that inspires confidence thanks to a well-tuned chassis, with an independent rear suspension that gives it remarkable poise in corners. It's the perfect companion for daily life, with enough spark to make any journey fun.
Design and aesthetics
Its design was its great calling card. The pro_cee'd broke the mold with a sharp and muscular line, clearly differentiated from the five-door version. The sloping roofline, the powerful rear, and an aggressive look gave it a unique personality. It was a car that turned heads, a European design created in Europe for European tastes, radiating dynamism and youth from every angle.
Technology and features
In its Concept trim, the technology focused on the essential and functional. It featured elements like electric power steering and a decent safety equipment for its time. However, the real technology was hidden in its mechanics: an aluminum engine with CVVT variable valve timing that aimed for efficiency and reliability. KIA opted for a solid and proven mechanical base, a technology designed to last.
Competition
The pro_cee'd entered a territory dominated by giants like the Volkswagen Golf, the SEAT León, the Ford Focus, or the Opel Astra GTC. Against them, the KIA not only competed in design but also played the card of a very competitive price and, above all, a seven-year warranty that generated unprecedented confidence in the brand. It was the contender that earned respect through quality and audacity.
Conclusion
The KIA pro_cee'd 1.4 CVVT was much more than just a pretty face. It was tangible proof of KIA's leap in quality, a car that combined an exciting design, a pleasant drive, and rock-solid reliability. It became a smart and passionate choice for those looking for a compact with the soul of a coupé without giving up practicality and a reasonable cost. A car that left an indelible mark.