Funny thing about the latest Asian compact sedan to reach North America: Punch the throttle after stopping at a traffic signal and, unless you meter the pedal willfully, the tires will squeal and tread will peel onto pavement. A compact economy car has enough spunk in a stoplight derby to leave rubber? It does when it's the new Sephia by Korean automaker Kia. Kia Sephia (pronounced kee-ya sehfee-ya) is strengthened this year in a tight structural package with a twin-cam four-cylinder engine producing 125 horsepower. Good gear ratios in the manual transmission and engine torque slanted to excel at lower speeds quickens the action. So the Sephia really zips away from a stoplight start. It also acts forcefully at highway speeds, which builds confidence for passing. Recent attention by Kia's engineers to tame engine vibrations and stifle sound from entering Sephia's five-passenger cabin has resulted in an enriched experience for riders and elevated the quality and tone of this car. It no longer feels or sounds like an unsubstantial tin box. Factor in the spark of Sephia's powerplant and some attractive price points skewed for several thousands of dollars below Japanese competitors like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, and the Sephia shines in a crowded field of compacts.
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Sephia
2000
2000 Kia Sephia
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Overview
Specs & Features
Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.8L I-4 / 125 HP / 108 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
5-spd man w/OD
Available:
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
23 / 29 / 26 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 1.8L I-4 / 125 HP / 108 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 23 / 29 / 26 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 13.2 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $50 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 10.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 94 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 174.4 " |
Exterior Width | 66.9 " |
Exterior Height | 55.5 " |
Front Headroom | 39.6 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.7 " |
Front Legroom | 43.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 34.4 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 53.8 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 54.2 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 2,478 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 101 " |
Turning Radius | 16.1 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 14.0 " Silver Styled Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Manual Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Body-colored |
Rear Spoiler | Wing |
Exhaust | Partial Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | |
Anti-Lock Brakes | |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / 100,000 Miles |
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