Kia Carens 2002 2.0 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CVVT is being produced from September, 2004. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 138 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Carens 2002 - 2006 version and torque 175 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This Kia Carens 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.1 litres.
Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CVVT has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CVVT accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.
Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CVVT fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 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 8.6 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Kia Carens fuel consumption.

Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CVVT technical data
Model: | Kia Carens 2.0 CVVT | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2004. September | ||
Engine: | 1975 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 192 g/km |
Power: | 138 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 185 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.1 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.6 l/100km (27.4 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: | 10.6 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 422 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1950 kg |
Kia Carens 2002 2.0 CVVT engine FED
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 | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.2 : 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 2.0 CVVT oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.1 litres (4.3 quarts) |
Power | 128 - 140 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 - 181 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1993 |
Duration of production | 13 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Sportage Kia Optima Kia Magentis 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) |