Especificaciones y análisis del KIA ceed
Power
122HP
Torque
154Nm
Consumption
6.4l/100
Emissions
152g/km
0-100 km/h
10.8s
Top Speed
192km/h
Weight
1263kg
Price
16,615€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
340 L
53 L
90 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA cee'd 1.6 CVVT Active · 122 CV (2006-2008)
General description
The 2007 KIA cee'd is not just a car; it's a statement of intent from a brand that came to conquer Europe. Designed and manufactured on the continent, this compact represented a quantum leap in quality, design, and perception, proving that an affordable car could also be desirable and very complete.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 122-horsepower 1.6 CVVT engine feels willing and full of life, especially when you take it to the high end of the rev counter. It's an old-school, naturally aspirated engine that begs to be driven. The five-speed manual transmission is precise, and the suspension, with an advanced multi-link rear axle, achieves an admirable balance between everyday comfort and a stability that inspires immense confidence in every corner.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, the work of Kia's European team, exudes an elegant and timeless sobriety. It avoided shrillness to offer clean, well-proportioned lines that have aged remarkably well. Inside, you are welcomed by a cabin built to last, with intuitive controls and generous space. It doesn't aim for luxury, but rather to offer a sense of solidity and functionality that makes you feel at home from the very first moment.
Technology and features
For its time, the cee'd offered an honest and functional technological package. It featured elements like electric power steering, an onboard computer, and a competent audio system. However, its greatest technological feat lies in the efficiency and reliability of its engine with variable valve timing, a mechanical heart designed to offer consistent and lasting performance without complications.
Competition
It dared to go head-to-head with the giants of the segment like the Volkswagen Golf, the Ford Focus, or the SEAT León. While its European rivals played the tradition card, the cee'd burst onto the scene with a devastating argument: an unbeatable quality-price ratio and the revolutionary 7-year warranty, a blow of confidence that shook the foundations of the market.
Conclusion
The KIA cee'd 1.6 CVVT is much more than the sum of its parts. It's a smart car, a loyal companion that represented the beginning of a new era for KIA. It might not win you over with its explosive sportiness, but it will conquer you with its honesty, reliability, and the peace of mind it offers kilometer after kilometer. A rational purchase that, over time, becomes a very emotional decision.