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The Kia Carens (Korean: 기아 카렌스) is a car manufactured by Kia since 1999, spanning over four generations, and was marketed worldwide under various nameplates, prominently as the Kia Rondo. The initial three generations had a compact MPV body style and were marketed worldwide, with presence in its home country South Korea, in Europe, and North America since the second-generation.^{[clarification needed]} The fourth-generation model took a different approach in terms of design and targeted markets, as it was developed as a "strategic model" for the Indian market.[1] It also adopts a crossover-inspired exterior design.

Kia Carens
2014 Kia Carens LX (RP, Chile)
Overview
Manufacturer	Kia
Production	1999–present
Body and chassis
Class	Compact MPV
Body style	5-door wagon
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

The name "Carens" derives from the word "car" and "renaissance", while the name "Rondo" derives from the musical term Rondo.[2][3]

First generation (RS; 1999)

First generation (RS)
Kia Carens LS (Chile; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Kia Euro Carens (Taiwan, facelift) Kia X-Trek (South Korea, diesel facelift) Naza Citra (Malaysia, facelift)
Production	May 1999 – 2006
Assembly	South Korea: Hwaseong (Hwaseong Plant) Indonesia: Cikarang (2004-2007)[citation needed] Malaysia: Gurun (NAM) Vietnam: Chu Lai (Chu Lai Plant)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.8 L FP I4 2.0 L FS-DE I4 2.0 L Beta II I4 Petrol/LPG: 2.0 L Beta II LPi I4 Diesel: 2.0 L D CRDI I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,570 mm (101.2 in)
Length	1999–2002: 4,450 mm (175.2 in) 2002–2006: 4,490 mm (176.8 in)
Width	1999–2002: 1,730 mm (68.1 in) 2002–2006: 1,750 mm (68.9 in)
Height	1999–2002: 1,600 mm (63.0 in) 2002–2006: 1,610 mm (63.4 in) 1,685 mm (66.3 in) (X-Trek)

Kia debuted the first generation model of Carens, the RS series in May 1999. A facelift was issued in 2002.

The model was discontinued in Australia in 2001, with production continuing elsewhere for the updated model which was launched in 2002.

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  Kia Carens RS (Germany; pre-facelift)
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  Kia Carens RS (Germany; pre-facelift)
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  Kia Carens LS (Germany; pre-facelift)
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  Kia Carens LS (Germany; pre-facelift)
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  Kia Carens (South Korea; pre-facelift)
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  Kia Carens (South Korea; pre-facelift)
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  Kia Carens LX (UK; facelift)
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  Kia Carens LX (UK; facelift)

Malaysia

The first-generation vehicle was initially sold in Malaysia as the Kia Carens. Since January 2005, Kia Carens was rebadged as Naza Citra by Naza.[4] The Naza Citra was updated in June 2009.[5]

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  Naza Citra (Malaysia)
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  Naza Citra (Malaysia)

Second generation (UN; 2006)

Second generation (UN)
Kia Rondo LX (US; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Kia Euro Carens (Taiwan) Kia Rondo (North America) Kia Rondo7 (Australia) Naza Citra 2 Rondo (Malaysia)
Production	2006–2013
Assembly	South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) Malaysia: Gurun (NAM) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor)[6] Vietnam: Chu Lai (THACO Kia)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 2.0 L Theta MPi I4 2.4 L Theta MPi I4 2.4 L Theta II MPi I4 2.7 L Mu MPi V6 Petrol/LPG: 2.0 L Theta LPi I4 Diesel: 1.6 L U CRDi I4 2.0 L D CRDi I4
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic
Dimensions
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)

The second generation Carens, known as the UN series, was launched in 2006. The Carens/Rondo followed Kia's introduction at the Frankfurt Motor Show of the Multi-S,[7] essentially the Carens/Rondo in concept form — the S standing for Sporty, Spacious and Smart. The Multi-S differed significantly from the production model, only its inclusion of a dual panel sunroof running the length of the roof.[7] In North America and Australia, the car is called the Rondo and Rondo7 respectively.

The Rondo made its public debut at the 2006 Los Angeles International Auto Show, with the 2007 model's North American sales debut in December 2006 in Canada and early 2007 in the United States. In Australia, sales commenced April 2008.

In the United States, Kia sold more than 20,000 units in each of the first two model years exceeding internal sales goals. Sales rapidly declined in the 2009 model year and never recovered.

North America

Available as a five or optional seven passenger vehicle with either a standard 175 hp 2.4L 4-cylinder engine or an optional 192 hp 2.7-liter V6 engine in two trim levels. In Australia, it is only available as a seven passenger vehicle with a 2.0-litre four cylinder engine and a choice of an automatic or manual transmission, depending on trim level. The V6 was Kia's last engine to use a timing belt instead of a timing chain.

Standard features depending on market include: sixteen inch alloy wheels, AM/FM/CD player/Sirius Satellite Radio/MP3 Capability, iPod auxiliary jack, air conditioning, power windows and door locks, front/side/full length Side curtain airbags, four wheel disc brakes, ABS, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring system, LATCH, child safety door locks, tilt steering column, front and rear twelve volt outlets, front and rear cup holders.

Options include: moonroof, leather interior, heated front seats, cruise control, keyless entry, Infinity ten speaker stereo.

As of August 2010, Kia discontinued the Rondo in the United States and continued to market the 2011 facelifted Carens/Rondo in Canada, adopting Kia's new grille.

Third generation (RP; 2012)

Third generation (RP)
Kia Carens EX (Chile; pre-facelift)
Overview
Also called	Kia Rondo
Production	2013–2019 (global)[8] 2014–2022[9] (Vietnam)
Assembly	South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) Vietnam: Chu Lai (THACO Kia)[10] Taiwan: SYM Motors[11]
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.6 L Gamma GDi I4 2.0 L Nu MPi I4 2.0 L Nu GDi I4 Petrol/LPG: 2.0 L Nu LPi I4 Diesel: 1.7 L U II CRDI I4 turbo
Transmission	6-speed manual 6-speed automatic 7-speed DCT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length	4,525 mm (178.1 in)
Width	1,805 mm (71.1 in)
Height	1,610 mm (63.4 in)

Kia debuted the third-generation Carens (codename: RP) in September 2012 at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. The V6 from the second generation has been dropped, and in its place is the option of a 2.0-litre Nu four-cylinder GDI petrol, producing 122 kW (164 hp) and 213 N⋅m (157 lb⋅ft), or a 1.7-litre U2 four-cylinder diesel producing 100 kW (134 hp) and 320 N⋅m (240 lb⋅ft), both can be paired with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. A 1.6-litre GDI petrol engine is available in the UK. The Carens is offered in either 5-seat or 7-seat configurations. Sales began in March 2013 in South Korea.

In North America, the third generation Kia Rondo was only available in Canada, due to slow sales in the United States.[12] Sales in Canada ended after the 2017 model year.

Update

In September 2016, the Carens was given a minor facelift with redesigned fascias, wheels and lights, as well as an enlarged "Tiger Nose" grille. The 1.7-litre diesel has been retuned and now produces 104 kW (139 hp) and 340 N⋅m (250 lb⋅ft), while its 6-speed automatic transmission has been swapped to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Marketing

In March 2013, Kia Motors collaborated with DreamWorks Animation to cross promote the Carens with the film The Croods.[13]

Fourth generation (KY; 2022)

Fourth generation (KY)
Overview
Production	February 2022 – present
Assembly	India: Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh (Kia India) Vietnam: Chu Lai (THACO Kia)[14]
Body and chassis
Platform	Hyundai-Kia K2
Related	Kia Seltos (SP2i) Hyundai Stargazer
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.4 L Smartstream G1.4 T-GDi I4 1.5 L Smartstream G1.5 MPi I4 Diesel: 1.5 L Smartstream D1.5 CRDi I4
Transmission	6-speed manual 6-speed automatic 7-speed DCT CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,780 mm (109.4 in)
Length	4,540 mm (178.7 in)
Width	1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height	1,700–1,708 mm (66.9–67.2 in)

The fourth-generation Carens was revealed in India on 16 December 2021. It was developed under the codename "KY".[15][16] Based on a stretched Seltos/Hyundai Creta platform, it is mainly marketed for India and other emerging markets as opposed to previous generations.[17] Instead of the previous generations' compact MPV configuration, the fourth-generation model is configured as a compact crossover. It is marketed by Kia as a "recreational vehicle" (RV) with 6-seater and 7-seater configurations offered and was developed with an emphasis on space for third-row seat occupants.[18][19]

The model shared the same powertrain and gearbox options as the Indian-made Seltos, consisting of two petrol engines and one diesel engine. The petrol engines are 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine that makes 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) paired with six-speed manual transmission or CVT, and a 1.4-liter Smartstream turbocharged engine that produces 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) paired with six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The diesel engine is a 1.5-litre U-Line unit that produces 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) paired with six-speed manual transmission or six-speed torque-converter automatic.[20]

In Indonesia, the fourth-generation Carens was first shown at the Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week on 31 March 2022, and launched at the 29th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 11 August 2022. The sole Premiere grade is offered with either a 1.5-litre petrol engine with CVT, or a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 7-speed DCT. The latter has a 6-seater configuration with captain seats.[21]

The Vietnamese-market Carens was launched on 11 November 2022,[22] it is offered in four grades: Deluxe (6-speed manual and IVT), Luxury (IVT), Premium (7-speed DCT or 6-speed automatic) and Signature (7-speed DCT or 6-speed automatic). Like the ones on the Indian market, the Vietnamese-market Carens are available with three engines: The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated gasoline engine which is available on the Deluxe and Luxury grades, the 1.4-liter Smartstream turbocharged gasoline engine and the 1.5-litre U-Line diesel engine which is available on both Premium and Signature grades. Like other Kia models, it is assembled locally at THACO Kia manufacturing facility in Chu Lai Province.[23]

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  Rear view
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  Interior

Powertrain

Carens (KY) engine options

Petrol engines
Model	Engine	Power	Torque	Transmissions
Smartstream G1.4 T-GDI	1,353 cc (82.6 cu in) turbocharged I4	140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	24.7 kg⋅m (242 N⋅m; 179 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–3,200 rpm	6-speed manual 7-speed DCT
Smartstream G1.5 MPI	1,497 cc (91.4 cu in) I4	115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 6,300 rpm	14.7 kg⋅m (144 N⋅m; 106 lb⋅ft) @ 4,500 rpm	6-speed manual CVT
Diesel engine
Model	Engine	Power	Torque	Transmissions
1.5 L U II CRDi VGT	1,493 cc (91.1 cu in) turbocharged I4	115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	25.5 kg⋅m (250 N⋅m; 184 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–2,750 rpm	6-speed manual 6-speed automatic

Safety

2022 Kia Carens KY RHD 'Prestige+' (6 airbags)

Global NCAP scores (H1 2022)
Adult occupant stars
Adult occupant score	9.30/17.00
Child occupant stars
Child occupant score	30.99/49.00

The fourth-generation Carens for the Indian market is equipped as standard with two frontal airbags, two front-seat side body airbags, two head-protecting curtain airbags covering the first two rows, antilock brakes, Electronic Stability Control, hill-hold and a tyre pressure monitor.[19]

Kia sponsored Global NCAP crashworthiness assessment for the Carens in March 2022 with results published in late June. The Carens was the last model to be assessed against the 2017-22 Global NCAP protocols. In the frontal offset test, front occupant head and neck protection was good and airbag contact was stable, an improvement over its partner model the Seltos.[24] Dummy readings of limited chest compression combined with an unstable passenger compartment resulted in protection of the chest being rated as marginal. The footwell ruptured so Kia were not allowed to demonstrate that structures behind the fascia would not increase risk of injury to occupants of different sizes or those sat in different positions. Pedal movement was high, which was the major reason for the low score.[25] Child dynamic were good for the 18 month-old dummy but the 3 year-old child had excessive head excursion.

Kia also sponsored a regulatory side impact test according to the ECE Regulation 95 protocols and the Carens passed, but this could not be used in the assessment because the Carens did not reach the minimum points in the frontal impact for a five star result.

Sales

Year	South Korea	Europe[26]	US[27]	Canada[28]	Vietnam[29]
2000		1,523
2001		5,761
2002		7,498
2003		19,252
2004		16,139
2005		15,946
2006		14,489	594	85
2007		19,843	26,020	7,682
2008		15,482	28,645	9,905
2009		11,766	14,206	9,835
2010		3,502	3,588	6,307
2011		1,348	47	6,154
2012		685		6,316
2013		14,330		6,154
2014	4,090[30]	22,307		5,432
2015	3,647[31]	21,967		3,543
2016	3,245[32]	20,381		1,963
2017	2,805[33]	19,192		1,178
2018	1,712[34]	19,382		135
2019		844			1,033[35]
2020		1			324[36]

References

External links

• Official website (India)

На других языках

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[de] Kia Carens

Der Kia Carens ist ein Pkw-Modell des Automobilherstellers Kia Motors, das in Nordamerika unter der Bezeichnung Rondo vermarktet wurde. Er wird nunmehr in fünfter Generation gebaut und war der erste Kompaktvan des koreanischen Konzerns.

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- [en] Kia Carens

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[es] Kia Carens

El Kia Carens fue un monovolumen del segmento E producido por el fabricante surcoreano Kia Motors desde el año 1999 hasta 2019. Era un cinco puertas con cinco o siete plazas, motor delantero transversal y tracción delantera. Algunos de sus rivales eran el Hyundai Matrix, Honda CR-V, el Mazda 5, el Nissan Almera Tino y el Toyota 4Runner. En Reino Unido y en Estados Unidos lo llamanban Rondo.

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[fr] Kia Carens

Le Carens (Rondo en Amérique du Nord) est un monospace compact du constructeur automobile sud-coréen Kia Motors. Il a connu quatre générations, trois produites entre 1999 et 2018, puis une quatrième à partir de 2021.

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[it] Kia Carens

La Kia Carens (in alcuni mercati chiamata Kia Rondo) è una monovolume di fascia media prodotta dalla Kia Motors dal 1999. Ne sono state prodotte 4 serie: la prima dal 1999 al 2006, la seconda dal 2006 al 2013, la terza dal 2013 al 2019, la quarta dal 2022.

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[ru] Kia Carens

Kia Carens — компактвэн фирмы Kia Motors. Сейчас выпускается в четвёртом поколении. В Северной Америке продаётся под именем Rondo, которое обозначает музыкальную форму Рондо.

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