Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V
Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V has been produced from January, 2002 to January, 2006. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5600 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Carnival 2001 - 2006 version and torque 224 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-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. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Kia Carnival 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V has front wheel drive (FWD) and Aisin AW50-40LE automatic gearbox with 4 gears. With proper servicing, Aisin AW50-40LE gearbox has an average lifespan (mileage before needing serious repairs or rebuild) of 300,000 km.
For cars with engines up to 2.0 litres, the gearbox is long-lasting and reliable, while larger engines tend to have problems with this gearbox.
Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 15.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 170 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V fuel consumption is 12.4 litres per 100km (8.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 10 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
Kia Carnival safety
During safety testing Kia Carnival has obtained 2 stars from five, which means quite low safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Kia Carnival is evaluated with two stars, and for pedestrian protection Kia Carnival got one star.
Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V technical data
| Model: | Kia Carnival 2.5 i V6 24V | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
| Production period: | 2002. January ... 2006. January | ||
| Engine: | 2497 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 224 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 170 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 15.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.4 (combined) 16.4 (urban) 10.0 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.93m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.74m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 13 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 170 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 302 litres | ||
| Gross weight: | 2555 kg | ||
Kia Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V engine 25K4N
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 | 2497 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 80 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 82.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 Carnival 2001 2.5 i V6 24V oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
| Power | 150 - 190 HP ON 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 - 245 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Rover |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 10 years |
| Engine also used on | Land Rover Freelander Rover 75 Rover 400 |
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. |
All Kia Carnival minivan [2001 - 2006] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Kia Carnival 2002 2.5 i V6 24V
Jan 2002 — Jan 2006 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 13.8 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Kia Carnival 2002 2.5 i V6 24V Jan 2002 — Jan 2006 | 2.5 Petrol | 150 HP | 12.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
| Kia Carnival 2001 2.9 TD Jan 2001 — Dec 2005 | 2.9 Diesel | 130 HP | - | Manual (5) |
| Kia Carnival 2001 2.9 TD Jan 2001 — Dec 2005 | 2.9 Diesel | 130 HP | - | Automatic (4) |
|
Kia Carnival 2002 2.9 CRDI
Jan 2002 — Jan 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (144 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 144 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Kia Carnival 2002 2.9 CRDI
Jan 2002 — Jan 2006 Most powerfull diesel version (144 HP) |
2.9 Diesel | 144 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |