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Kia Venga YN 1.6 16V (125 Hp)
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Kia Venga:
The Kia Venga is a car manufactured by Kia for the European market across a single generation between 2009 and 2019, with a high-roof mini MPV design.
The Venga debuted at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show sharing platforms with Kia Soul. The Venga and Hyundai ix20 are badge engineered variants.
The name Venga is Spanish for "come" or "come with. "
The Venga was styled by Gregory Guillaume at Kia's Rüsselsheim Research and Development Center, under the direction of Peter Schreyer, head of Kia's European design studio. It was based on Kia's No3 concept, introduced at the 2009 Geneva Auto Show....(Read more on Wikipedia)
YN Overview:
Kia Venga (YN). With 156 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1280 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 182 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Kia Venga YN achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2010, demonstrating strong adult and child occupant protection for its segment.
1.6 16V (125 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful petrol option, providing lively acceleration and sufficient grunt for most driving scenarios.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a petrol engine of this size, though not as efficient as the diesel counterparts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior for its compact size
- • Excellent fuel economy from diesel engines
- • Strong reliability record and long warranty (when new)
- • Good visibility and easy to maneuver in urban environments
- • High Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Uninspired driving dynamics and handling
- • Some engines, particularly the lower-powered ones, feel underpowered
- • Older automatic transmission can be sluggish and inefficient
- • Interior plastics can feel a bit hard and utilitarian
- • Limited engine choices for those seeking higher performance
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Kia |
| Model: | Venga |
| Generation: | YN |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 16V (125 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp |
| Power per litre: | 78.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 156 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4FC |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1280 |
| Max. weight: | 1710 |
| Max load: | 430 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 440 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4068 mm mm |
| Width: | 1765 mm mm |
| Height: | 1600 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2615 mm mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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