Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6
Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 petrol description
Sedan Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 has been produced from January, 2001 to February, 2003. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 168 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Magentis 2001 - 2003 version and torque 230 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. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Kia Magentis 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 209 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 15.3 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Kia is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Kia Magentis fuel consumption.

Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 technical data
Model: | Kia Magentis 2.5 V6 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2001. January ... 2003. February | ||
Engine: | 2493 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 257 g/km |
Power: | 168 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 230 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 209 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) 15.3 (urban) 8.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km (22 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.72m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 479 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 810 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2000 kg |
Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 engine G6BV
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 | 2493 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 75 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 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 Magentis 2001 2.5 V6 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 160 - 170 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 7 years |
Engine also used on | Hyundai Sonata Kia Optima |
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 Magentis sedan [2001 - 2003] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia Magentis 2001 2.0
Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Magentis 2001 2.0 Jan 2001 — Jan 2003 | 2.0 Petrol | 136 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6
Jan 2001 — Mar 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 168 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Magentis 2001 2.5 V6
Most powerfull version (168 HP) |
2.5 Petrol | 168 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) |