Kia Clarus Clarus (GC)

Kia - Clarus (GC)

Details-
BrandKia
ModelClarus
GenerationClarus (GC)
Modification2.0i 16V (133 Hp)
Start Of Production1998
End Of Production2001

Performance

The Clarus offers moderate performance with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 10.9 seconds and a top speed of 195 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.9 sec
Max Speed195 km/h 121.17 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Clarus is a sedan with a length of 4731 mm, width of 1770 mm, and height of 1420 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2659 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.6 m. It has 4 doors and can seat 5 people.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4731 mm 186.26 in.
Width1770 mm 69.69 in.
Height1420 mm 55.91 in.
Wheelbase2659 mm 104.69 in.
Front Track1500 mm 59.06 in.
Rear Track1500 mm 59.06 in.
Min Turning Circle10.6 m 34.78 ft.

Fuel Consumption

None

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban13.9 l/100 km 16.92 US mpg 20.32 UK mpg 7.19 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban8.1 l/100 km 29.04 US mpg 34.87 UK mpg 12.35 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined10.3 l/100 km 22.84 US mpg 27.43 UK mpg 9.71 km/l
Co2 Emissions239 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The Clarus is a compact car with a 1.9L inline-4 engine producing 133 horsepower and 171 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 9.5:1. The suspension is a combination of wishbone and coil spring designs.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power133 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre66.6 Hp/l
Torque171 Nm @ 4100 rpm. 126.12 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeFE
Engine Displacement1998 cm3 121.93 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression Ratio9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification10W-30 / API SG
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionWishbone
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The Clarus is a well-equipped car with ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, along with ABS for enhanced safety. It features a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering, and 195/65 R14 tires on 14-inch rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size195/65 R14
Wheel Rims Size14

Weight & Capacity

The Clarus is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for city driving and occasional highway cruising. Its spacious trunk and decent fuel tank capacity make it a practical choice for daily commutes and road trips.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9.3 kg/Hp, 107.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.2 kg/Nm, 138.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1234 kg 2720.5 lbs.
Max Weight1770 kg 3902.18 lbs.
Max Load536 kg 1181.68 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum444 l 15.68 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum784 l 27.69 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity60 l 15.85 US gal | 13.2 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Kia - Clarus (GC)

10.6 m (34.78 ft)

4731 mm (186.26 in)

4

The Clarus has a 0-62 mph acceleration time of 10.9 seconds.

The Clarus has a top speed of 195 km/h (121.17 mph).

The Clarus offers average acceleration, taking 10.9 seconds to reach 100 km/h.

The fuel type of the Clarus is petrol (gasoline).

The Clarus consumes 13.9 liters of fuel for every 100 kilometers driven in urban areas.

The CO2 emissions of the Clarus are 239 g/km.

The Clarus has an internal combustion engine with an inline-4 configuration.

The Clarus has a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Clarus has a multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.

The Clarus has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear.

The Clarus has a steering rack and pinion system with hydraulic power steering.

The Clarus has 195/65 R14 tires.

Up to 30 mpg city, 40 mpg highway

No, currently there is no hybrid variant of the Clarus

The Clarus comes equipped with a range of safety features, including forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring

The kerb weight of the Clarus is 1234 kg or 2720.5 lbs.

The maximum load capacity of the Clarus is 536 kg or 1181.68 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the Clarus is 60 l or 15.85 US gal or 13.2 UK gal.