Vehicle Segment:
Full-Size Minivan / MPV
Target Audience:
Families, Commercial Users
Key Competitors:
Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan
Seating Capacity:
Typically 7 or 8 passengers
Powertrain:
Engine Mechanical, Fuel System, Ignition System, Exhaust System, Engine Control System
Transmission:
Automatic Transmission, Manual Transmission (if applicable), Drivetrain Components
Chassis:
Suspension System (Front & Rear), Steering System, Brake System, Wheel Alignment
Electrical:
Power Distribution, Lighting Systems, Instrumentation, Body Electrical, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Body Control Module (BCM)
Body:
Body Exterior, Interior Trim, Doors, Windows, Seats, HVAC System, Body Sealing
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Fluid Changes, Filter Replacements, Lubrication
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Guides, Symptom-Based Diagnosis, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
Repair:
Component Removal and Installation, Major Component Overhaul, Component Level Repair
Specifications:
Torque Specifications, Clearances, Tolerances, Electrical Schematics
Depth:
In-depth, Professional Level Detail for Technicians and Advanced DIYers
Scope:
Full Mechanical and Electrical Systems Diagnosis and Repair
Engine Code:
G6CU (3.8L V6)
Engine Type:
3.8L Naturally Aspirated V6 Gasoline
Displacement:
3778 cc (230.5 cubic inches)
Bore X Stroke:
94.0 mm x 91.1 mm (3.70 in x 3.59 in)
Horsepower:
249 HP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:
250 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Coolant Capacity:
Approximately 9.0 Liters (9.5 Quarts)
Transmission Type:
5-Speed Automatic Transmission
Transmission Type:
N/A for this model year, standard automatic
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
SPII (Kia Genuine ATF SP-II or equivalent)
Length:
Approx. 196.4 inches (4988 mm)
Width:
Approx. 78.1 inches (1984 mm)
Height:
Approx. 67.7 inches (1720 mm)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 118.1 inches (3000 mm)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 4300 - 4500 lbs (1950 - 2041 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
Approx. 5800 - 6000 lbs (2630 - 2721 kg)
NHTSA Front Crash Test:
5-Star Rating (Driver & Passenger)
NHTSA Side Impact Test:
5-Star Rating (Front & Rear Passengers)
IIHS Front Offset Crash Test:
Good Rating (for models tested)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System
Esc:
Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags:
Dual Front Airbags, Front Side Airbags, Side Curtain Airbags (all rows)
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system with auxiliary input, optional premium audio systems
Navigation:
Optional Factory Navigation System
Cruise Control:
Standard Cruise Control
Usb Port:
Optional USB Port for Audio Devices
Power Sliding Doors:
Optional Power Sliding Doors
Power Tailgate:
Optional Power Liftgate
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or annually
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Engine Oil Type:
SAE 5W-20, API SM or higher certified
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 4.5 Liters (4.8 Quarts) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Kia Antifreeze/Coolant (NPS) or equivalent (Ethylene Glycol based, Orange)
Common Problems:
Potential for alternator failure, HVAC blower motor issues, timing belt maintenance (if applicable, check specific engine), occasional transmission shifting concerns.
