Kia Carens

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Kia Carens

Manufacturer	Kia Motors
Parent company	Hyundai Kia Automotive Group
Production	1999–present
Class	Compact MPV
Body style	4-door wagon
Similar	Mazda5 Opel Zafira Renault Scénic

First generation
Production	1999–2002

Second generation

Also called	Kia Carens II/X-Trek (in South Korea) Naza Citra (in Malaysia)
Production	2002–2006

Third generation

Also called	Kia Rondo (in North America)
Production	2006–present
Engine	2.0 L G4KA I4 2.0 L D4EA CRDi I4 2.4 L G4KC I4 2.7 L G6EA V6
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic
Wheelbase	2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length	4,545 mm (178.9 in)
Width	1,820 mm (71.7 in)
Height	1,650-1,720 mm (65.0-67.7 in)
Related	Hyundai Sonata Kia Optima Hyundai Grandeur/Azera

The Kia Carens is a compact MPV lauched in 1999 by the Korean manufacturer Kia. It was discontinued in Australia in 2001, but production continues for a new model which was lauched in 2003. In 2006 a new Carens has been presented as a 2007 model year.

[edit] North America

In North America, the car is called the Rondo. The Rondo made its debut at the 2007 Los Angeles International Auto Show. The Rondo began North American sales in October 2006 as a 2007 model year vehicle.

Available as a 5- or optional 7-passenger vehicle with either a standard 162 hp 2.4l 4-cylinder engine or an optional 182 hp 2.7l V6 engine in two trim levels.

Standard features include: 16" alloy wheels, AM/FM/CD player, Air Conditioning, Power Windows and Door Locks, Front/Side/Full length Side Curtain airbags, 4-wheel Disc Brakes, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, LATCH, Child safety door locks, Tilt steering column, Front and Rear 12v outlets, Front and Rear Cupholders.

Options include: Moonroof, Leather interior, Heated front seats, Cruise Control, Keyless entry, Infinity 10-speaker stereo.

Although Kia calls the Rondo a crossover, it is still a compact minivan that competes mainly up against the successful Mazda5. But unlike the Mazda5, the Rondo doesn't need to have sliding doors because of the larger Sedona having them. The Rondo is the cheapest minivan in North America, with a price of US$16,995.