Kia Shuma 1998 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Kia Shuma 1998 1.8 has been produced from November, 1998 to February, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 111 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Kia Shuma 1998 - 2001 version and torque 152 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 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 Shuma 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Kia Shuma 1998 1.8 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Kia Shuma 1998 1.8 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 196 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Kia Shuma 1998 1.8 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.1 litres per 100km (11 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 700 kilometers on highway.

Kia Shuma 1998 1.8 technical data
Model: | Kia Shuma 1.8 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1998. November ... 2001. February | ||
Engine: | 1793 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 216 g/km |
Power: | 111 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 152 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 196 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 (combined) 12.6 (urban) 7.0 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 328 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 780 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1640 kg |
Kia Shuma 1998 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 Shuma 1998 1.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
Power | 109 - 126 HP ON 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 - 162 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Carens 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. |
Most often compared to
All Kia Shuma hatchback [1998 - 2001] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia Shuma 1998 1.5
Most fuel efficient version |
1.5 Petrol | 88 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Shuma 1998 1.8
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 111 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Kia Shuma 1998 1.8
Most powerfull version (111 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 111 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |