Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i
Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 petrol description
Sedan Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i has been produced from January, 2006 to December, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.8 litres, which produces power of 266 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Opirus 2003 - 2010 version and torque 353 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available.
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This Kia Opirus 3.8 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6 litres.
Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Kia Opirus 2003 - 2010 version. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i technical data
| Model: | Kia Opirus 3.8 i | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2006. January ... 2010. December | ||
| Engine: | 3778 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 266 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 353 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.97m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 450 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2270 kg | ||
Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i engine G6DA
| Engine displacement | 3778 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 87 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.4 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Timing chain change interval | 120,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Kia Opirus 2003 3.8 i oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 6 litres (6.3 quarts) More service info |
| Power | 240 - 284 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 - 369 NM ON 4500 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 12 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Kia Sorento Hyundai Grandeur Kia Mohave Hyundai ix55 |
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 Opirus sedan [2003 - 2010] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Opirus 2003 3.5 V6 Sep 2003 — Jan 2008 | 3.5 Petrol | 203 HP | 11.4 l/100km |
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Kia Opirus 2006 3.8 i
Jan 2006 — Dec 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
3.8 Petrol | 266 HP | 10.9 l/100km |