Kia Magentis (2009 – 2011) Review

Kia Magentis (2009 – 2011) At A Glance

3/5

+Thoroughly competent large front-drive saloon with diesel engine and low price.

-Interior plastics and glues smell a bit. Belt cam diesel. Only has a three year warranty.

Insurance Group 26
On average it achieves 85% of the official MPG figure

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Real MPG average for a Kia Magentis (2009 – 2011)

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Average performance

85%

Real MPG

26–46 mpg

MPGs submitted

22

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Let's see, now: KIA Magentis, Hyundai Sonata, Chevrolet Epica, Dodge Avenger, SEAT Toledo. Avoid SAABs, Vectras, Alfas and FIATs with the 1.9 diesel engine.
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Do you have any resource on the new KIA Sportage and the KIA/Hyundai set-up?

"I'm not sure if I missed it, but you did a report on the KIA Sportage 2010 at their test track. I recall you also saying you would do a report on the KIA/Hyundai setup. As a potential Hyundai ix35/KIA Sportage buyer, I appreciate anything you can offer on these cars and manufacturers."
We have video drives of the new Sportage, the next Magentis and the Borrego FCEV, plus news stories on forthcoming drivetrains, all in the HJ Road Tests and the News at http://www.honestjohn.co.uk
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