Especificaciones y análisis del KIA Cerato
Power
102HP
Torque
216Nm
Consumption
4.9l/100
Emissions
128g/km
0-100 km/h
12.5s
Top Speed
173km/h
Weight
1251kg
Price
15,440€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
345 L
55 L
75 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the KIA Cerato 4p 1.5 CRDi LX · 102 CV (2005-2007)
General description
The 2004 KIA Cerato burst onto the market as a statement of intent: to offer an honest, spacious, and above all, affordable family sedan. It didn't seek to charm at first sight, but to win over with reason and budget, becoming a faithful daily companion for many families looking for a sensible and uncomplicated mobility solution.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the Cerato with its 102 hp diesel engine feels like a long-distance runner, not a sprinter. Its real charm lies in the low-end torque delivery, which makes it agile in urban traffic and competent on the highway without constantly demanding gear changes. The suspension, though simple, filters out bumps well and offers a predictable and calm ride. It's not a car that asks for a fight, but one that invites you to enjoy a serene and economical journey, with fuel consumption that remains admirable today.
Design and aesthetics
Its design reflects its philosophy: functionality above all else. The lines are sober and balanced, without any gimmicks seeking attention. It's a car that ages gracefully precisely because of its simplicity. Inside, space is the main feature, with a cabin designed to be practical and durable, where hard plastics promise to withstand the test of time and the daily use of a family.
Technology and features
The Cerato's technology focused on efficiency and mechanical reliability. Its common-rail direct-injection diesel engine with a variable turbo was a modern solution for its time, aiming to optimize performance and consumption. Beyond that, the equipment was spartan: air conditioning, power windows, and a basic audio system. It's a car from a pre-screen era, where technology served driving, not distraction.
Competition
In a very competitive segment, the Cerato faced European giants like the Ford Focus Sedan, the Renault Mégane Classic, and the Opel Astra Sedan. While its rivals often offered more equipment options or a more polished dynamic behavior, the KIA played its master cards: an unbeatable purchase price and a reputation for reliability that was just beginning to be forged.
Conclusion
The KIA Cerato 1.5 CRDi is not a car you buy with your heart, but with your head. It is the personification of a smart purchase: a spacious vehicle, incredibly economical to maintain and use, and with robust mechanics built to last. It was one of the models that cemented KIA's current image as a reliable and sensible brand, a car that kept its promise without asking for anything in return, other than diesel and the road.