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Kia Carens

Years2002–2006
BodyMPV
Variants20

The Kia Carens is a MPV, produced 2002–2006.

Kia Carens 2002 mpv front view

Versions

This generation includes 20 variants available in Diesel and Petrol, with outputs ranging from 105 to 140 hp.

Performance

The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 10.6 seconds. All variants in this generation use FWD drive. Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi VGT EX leads this generation by power.

Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Kia Carens20 variants

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Variant
Power
0–100
Cons.
CO₂
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi VGT EX
1,991 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
140hp / 103 kW
-s
6.2l/100km
163g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi VGT LX
1,991 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
140hp / 103 kW
-s
6.2l/100km
163g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CVVT EX
1,975 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
138hp / 102 kW
11.8s
8.6l/100km
205g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CVVT EX
1,975 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
138hp / 102 kW
10.6s
8.1l/100km
192g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CVVT M-bition
1,975 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
138hp / 102 kW
10.6s
8.1l/100km
192g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CVVT X-treme
1,975 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
138hp / 102 kW
10.6s
8.1l/100km
192g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CVVT LX
1,975 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
138hp / 102 kW
10.6s
8.1l/100km
192g/km
Kia Carens 1.8 EX Luxe
1,793 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
126hp / 93 kW
15s
9.1l/100km
215g/km
Kia Carens 1.8 EX Luxe
1,793 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
126hp / 93 kW
12s
8.1l/100km
191g/km
Kia Carens 1.8 EX
1,793 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
126hp / 93 kW
15s
9.1l/100km
215g/km
Kia Carens 1.8 EX
1,793 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
126hp / 93 kW
12s
8.1l/100km
191g/km
Kia Carens 1.8 LX
1,793 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
126hp / 93 kW
12s
8.1l/100km
191g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi EX Luxe
1,991 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
112hp / 82 kW
14s
7.6l/100km
205g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi EX Luxe
1,991 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
112hp / 82 kW
13.5s
7l/100km
185g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi EX
1,991 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
112hp / 82 kW
14s
7.6l/100km
205g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi EX
1,991 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
112hp / 82 kW
13.5s
7l/100km
185g/km
Kia Carens 2.0 CRDi LX
1,991 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
112hp / 82 kW
13.5s
7l/100km
185g/km
Kia Carens 1.6 LX
1,594 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
105hp / 77 kW
13.5s
8.2l/100km
193g/km
Kia Carens 1.6 EX
1,594 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
105hp / 77 kW
13.5s
8.2l/100km
193g/km
Kia Carens 1.6 LX
1,594 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
105hp / 77 kW
13.5s
8.2l/100km
193g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Kia Carens (2002-2006)?

The Kia Carens (2002-2006) is a MPV. All 20 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Kia Carens (2002-2006) have?

The Kia Carens (2002-2006) has 20 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Kia Carens (2002-2006) produced?

The Kia Carens (2002-2006) was produced 2002–2006. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Kia Carens (2002-2006)?

The Kia Carens (2002-2006) is available in Diesel, Petrol. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.