Kia Carens 2002 1.8 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Kia Carens 2002 1.8 has been produced from September, 2002 to September, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 126 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 162 Nm (Newton metres) on 4900 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Kia Carens 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Kia Carens 2002 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Carens 2002 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 177 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Carens 2002 1.8 fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100km (12.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Kia real everyday fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia Carens fuel consumption.

Kia Carens 2002 1.8 technical data
Model: | Kia Carens 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2002. September ... 2004. September | ||
Engine: | 1793 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 191 g/km |
Power: | 126 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 162 NM ON 4900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 177 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.1 (combined) 10.2 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9 l/100km (26.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.49m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.61m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 422 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1632 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1880 kg |
Kia Carens 2002 1.8 engine T8D
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1793 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 87 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Kia Carens 2002 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
Power | 109 - 126 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 - 162 NM ON 4900 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Shuma Kia Sephia Kia Clarus |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Kia Carens minivan [2002 - 2006] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia Carens 2002 1.6 Sep 2002 — Nov 2002 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Carens 2004 1.6 Sep 2004 — | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Carens 2002 1.8
Sep 2002 — Sep 2004 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 126 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Carens 2002 1.8 Sep 2002 — Sep 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 126 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Kia Carens 2004 2.0 CVVT
Sep 2004 — Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Carens 2004 2.0 CVVT
Sep 2004 — Most powerfull petrol version (138 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 138 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CRDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 112 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CRDi | 2.0 Diesel | 112 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) |