Monday, December 7, 2015

Kia Pride Hatchback - Generation 1 (1990-2004)

KIA PRIDE HATCHBACK (1990-2004)

This hatchback (the sedan derivative is discussed separately) brought the Korean brand to its peak. Earlier models are only offered with the CD-5 variant but a somewhat fully equipped Spree and Ecco variants popped later on.









OWNERSHIP DETAILSSpreeEccoCD-5
Years Available2001-20032002-July 20041990-2002
ENGINE SPECS
EngineB1 1.1 SOHC 12V I4B1 1.1 SOHC 12V I4B1 1.1 SOHC 12V I4
Horsepower62hp @ 6,000rpm62hp @ 6,000rpm62hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque103Nm @ 3,500rpm103Nm @ 3,500rpm103Nm @ 3,500rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel SystemCarburetorCarburetorCarburetor
Transmission5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity38 Liters38 Liters38 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length3,615mm3,615mm3,615mm
Width1,605mm1,605mm1,605mm
Height1,460mm1,460mm1,460mm
Wheelbase2,345mm2,345mm2,345mm
Curb Weight825kg825kg825kg
Body Style5 Door Hatchback5 Door Hatchback5 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson StrutMcPherson StrutMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front BrakesVented DiscVented DiscVented Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrumDrum
Tires165/65 R13165/65 R13165/65 R13
Wheels13 Inch Steel with Cover13 Inch Steel with Cover13 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags000
Anti-Lock BrakesNoneNoneNone
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesNoneNoneNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsNoneNoneFront
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: Special Paint, Body StickersNoneNone
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentFixedFixedFixed
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Fold Flat Rear SeatNoneNone
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering, Door LocksNoneNone
Climate ControlManualManualManual
Audio SystemAM/FM/CassetteAM/FM/CassetteAM/FM/Cassette
Speakers222
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNone
AlarmNoneNoneNone
Keyless EntryNoneNoneNone
NOTESReplaced the CD-5 in 2002.Although replaced by the Ecco in 2002, some units were sold until 2004.
RIVALSDaihatsu Charade, Fiat Uno, Honda Civic Hatchback