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Kia Opirus 3.0i V6 (187 Hp)
Overall Rating
7.6 / 10
Opirus Overview:
Kia Opirus (Opirus). With 254 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1822 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year
N/A
Adult Occupant
N/A
Stars
N/A
Expert Note:
The Kia Opirus (Amanti) generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features typically included ABS and multiple airbags for its era, but specific crash test data from European standards is unavailable.
The Kia Opirus (Amanti) generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features typically included ABS and multiple airbags for its era, but specific crash test data from European standards is unavailable.
3.0i V6 (187 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for daily commuting and city driving, though it may feel less spirited on highways compared to larger engine options.
Fuel Economy
Expected to offer slightly better fuel economy than the 3.8L, but still a V6 in a large sedan, so moderate consumption is anticipated.
Best Use Case:
City / Commuting
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Smooth and quiet ride quality
- • Generous standard features for its price point
- • Powerful V6 engine options (especially 3.8L)
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Styling was polarizing for some markets
- • Higher fuel consumption compared to modern rivals
- • Handling not as dynamic as European competitors
- • Limited brand prestige compared to luxury brands
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Opirus |
| Generation: | Opirus |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0i V6 (187 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 187 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 62.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 254 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2972 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.7 kg/Hp, 102.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.2 kg/Nm, 139.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1822 |
| Max. weight: | 2253 |
| Max load: | 431 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4979 mm mm |
| Width: | 1850 mm mm |
| Height: | 1486 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5Jx16 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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