Segment:
Subcompact Economy Car
Competitors:
Hyundai Accent, Toyota Echo, Honda Civic (lower trims), Ford Focus (lower trims)
Value Proposition:
Affordable, fuel-efficient, practical transportation
Target Audience:
First-time car buyers, budget-conscious consumers, city dwellers
Coverage:
Complete Service & Repair
Pages:
Extensive (Specific count not provided in source, but described as comprehensive)
Type:
Service and Repair Manual Software
Format:
Digital Software (Downloadable)
Engine:
Engine Mechanical, Lubrication, Cooling, Fuel, Ignition, Exhaust, Emissions Control
Transmission:
Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission (if applicable)
Drivetrain:
Clutch, Drive Axles, Differential
Brakes:
Brake System Diagnosis, Service, Repair, ABS
Suspension:
Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Steering System
Electrical:
Charging System, Starting System, Lighting System, Instrumentation, Body Electrical, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Antitheft System
Body:
Body Panel Repair, Interior Trim, Doors, Glass, Seats, HVAC
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks & Top-offs
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Guides, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Component Testing
Repair:
Engine Rebuilding, Transmission Overhaul, Suspension Component Replacement, Brake Caliper Service, Electrical Component Repair
Installation:
Component Installation Procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to advanced diagnostics and component-level repair)
Type:
5-Speed Manual Transmission
Type:
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Clutch Type:
Dry single plate, hydraulically operated clutch
Atf Type Manual:
API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil (Refer to manual for specific Kia part number)
Atf Type Automatic:
Kia Genuine ATF SP-III or equivalent (Refer to manual for specific part number)
Length:
162.0 inches (4115 mm)
Width:
66.7 inches (1695 mm)
Height:
55.7 inches (1415 mm)
Wheelbase:
98.0 inches (2489 mm)
Front Track:
57.5 inches (1460 mm)
Rear Track:
57.3 inches (1455 mm)
Curb Weight Manual:
Approximately 2350 lbs (1066 kg)
Curb Weight Automatic:
Approximately 2390 lbs (1084 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
Approximately 3362 lbs (1525 kg)
Towing Capacity:
Not Recommended or Specified
NHTSA Frontal Driver:
4 Stars (Refer to NHTSA for specific year/model testing)
NHTSA Frontal Passenger:
4 Stars (Refer to NHTSA for specific year/model testing)
IIHS Crash Test Ratings:
Varied, generally acceptable for class (Consult IIHS website for specific details)
ABS:
Available (Optional)
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point front and rear seatbelts
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 - 7,500 miles (8,000 - 12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first (refer to manual for exact recommendation based on driving conditions)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Recommended every 60,000 - 100,000 miles (96,000 - 160,000 km) or 5-7 years (critical service item, failure can cause severe engine damage)
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 - 30,000 miles (24,000 - 48,000 km) or as needed
Spark Plug Replacement:
Typically every 60,000 - 100,000 miles, depending on type (refer to manual for exact specification)
Engine Oil Viscosity:
SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 (API SJ or higher)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, Asian vehicle specific coolant (typically OAT or HOAT, check manual for exact Kia specification)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (Check manual for specific requirement)
Engine Mounts:
Premature wear or cracking of engine mounts can lead to vibration
Suspension Components:
Wear in ball joints, tie rod ends, and bushings can affect steering and ride quality
Timing Belt Tensioner:
Potential for tensioner failure, necessitating belt replacement
Rear Wheel Bearings:
Can be prone to premature wear leading to humming or grinding noises
Manufacturer:
Kia Motors Corporation
First Generation:
First generation introduced in 2000 (model year 2001 in some markets)
Styling Designer:
Designed in collaboration with Italian design house Industria Italiana Auto design (I.D.E.A.)
Assembly Plant:
Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi, South Korea (primarily)
Production Years Dc:
2000 - 2005
