Kia Opirus/Amanti
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| Manufacturer | Kia Motors |
| Parent company | Hyundai Kia Automotive Group |
| Also called | Kia Amanti (North America) |
| Production | 2004–present |
| Assembly | Hwasung, South Korea |
| Class | Full-size car / Executive car |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Engine(s) | 3497cc DOHC V6, 200bhp (149kW) @ 5500rpm (premium fuel) |
| Transmission(s) | 5-speed automatic |
| Wheelbase | 2799 mm (110.2 in) |
| Length | 2004-06: 4978 mm (196.0 in) 2007-present: 196.9 in (5001 mm) |
| Width | 1849 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1486 mm (58.5 in) |
| Related | Hyundai XG350 |
The Kia Opirus (known as Amanti in North America) is a full-size car / executive car produced by Kia Motors of South Korea that was launched in April 2003. The Opirus/Amanti was Kia's first entry into the large-car market. It is sold in a single trim level and only as a sedan, and has an MSRP of US$26,875. It shares some components with its now-defunct corporate cousin, the Hyundai XG Grandeur, including its 3.5 L V6 engine.
For 2007, the Kia Opirus received various upgrades, including suspension and styling revisions, and the addition of the same engine as the current Hyundai Grandeur (Azera), this time being a 3.8L V6 engine.
Kia markets its Opirus to budget-conscious individuals who desire some premium features at a comparatively lesser price. As usual, Kia also attracts customers to its dealerships by offering a 10 year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty that has become synonymous with the major Korean car brands.
In the U.S., the Amanti was recently recognized as the "Most Appealing Premium Midsize Car" by J.D. Power and Associates' 2005 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout Study.
The 2007 Amanti outscored several pricey luxury cars in IIHS side-impact crash testing, to earn the highest rating of Good.[1][2][3]
The car is not commercialized in the United Kingdom, leaving the Kia Magentis as Kia's only executive car sold in that market.
[edit] References
- ^ Money CNN "An expensive car may not always get you side-impact protection, according to a new report." http://money.cnn.com/2007/08/13/autos/iihs_luxury_sedan_impact/
- ^ Mercurynews, Money won't buy safety, test shows http://www.mercurynews.com/drive/ci_6637010
- ^ Prnewswire Kia Premium Sedan Earns Highest Possible Rating in Side Impact Crash Test http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/kia/29425/
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