Full overview of "Kia-Madzhentis" of two generations. Reviews of Kia Magentis Owners (Kia Madzhentis) Double-liter motors - G4KA and G4KD

Hello everyone reading this review.

Immediately I say, the car is not mine, but a service, bought in February 2008 at the dealer. At the moment it has already passed more than 136 thousand km. Without any breakdown, nothing has changed and not repaired. Personally, I go to her for more than six months. The car is very comfortable, places with a margin, even when I am with my height in 184 cm. I sit down behind the wheel, after I will move the seat, behind the passenger's feet is quite enough.

Suspension All sorts of potholes and pits The suspension swallows at times. The only thing that at speeds over 120 km / h begins to annoy the noise of the air in the area of \u200b\u200bthe front racks, but for me personally it is not critical. Miscelred several times in such pits several times, which already thought PPC, the rack in the engine compartment left)) but nothing, even the disks did not get off.

Strengths:

Comfort
Moderate consumption, as for auto sizes

Weak sides:

Dimensions
Rear visibility

Review Kia Magentis 2.0 CVVT (Kia Madzhentis) 2007

Hello, dear readers.

This review will be about Father's Kia Magentis. She got to us in 2009 with a mileage of 64 thousand km.

My father is solid, is engaged in a private business. The history of his car ownership is carried out in the distant 80s. There were almost all models of domestic production: a penny, six, five, nine, eleventh. Then there were the Germans ... WV Jetta, Boomer: Troika, Seven ... The last -ex-current car was in the role of a service swallow of Korean production Samsung (sema) SQ5. My father says that this is the best car (in terms of troublescence) on his car century (by the way, there is also a review about it on this site in one copy). Due to his permanent travelers of KIA, it is at home, but as you understand, the car can not be for a long time, so I have read our swallow for these six months!

Strengths:

The main advantage is the price-quality ratio!

Weak sides:

Insufficient Shumka bottom
Dubbing of some elements of the interior

Feedback Kia Magentis 2.7 V6 (Kia Madzhentis) 2008

Good afternoon, dear members of the forum!

I want to tell you about such a company as Kia Motors, selling "quality" cars (I am writing on behalf of Brother, as he does not believe in the media and is not friends with the Internet).

My sad story began with a pitch of my garage, where the VAZ-2112 was burned almost new. He became needed by another car. The choice fell on the Kia Magentis car, bought in August 2009. It was not enough for a full amount, so the car decided to take a loan. As they gave an answer from the bank, so immediately in the car dealership and my car. The joy was not the limit: v6, leather, etc. All the pleasure is just over 700 thousand rubles. + Casco, music and alarm. Put the dust from her, made a zero that everything was perfect. From August to the end of January, there are only 4000 !!! thousand km.

Strengths:

Comfortable
Powerful ...

Weak sides:

Review Kia Magentis 2.0 CVVT (Kia Madzhentis) 2008

Hello everyone.

Before the "crisis" became the owner of KIA for 24,000 dollars. + Registration. Already now the price of the new - 15000 dollars. Well, this is the preface.

When I watched a car (with automatic transmission) in the car dealership - surprised the engine operation. Almost silent (but as it turned out after the purchase of his car on the mechanics, the engine is heard, especially after 3 thousand). The reason is probably shine - it is much better for automata. In general, vibro-noise insulation should be made additionally 100%.

Strengths:

Large
Beautiful
Economical
Inexpensive in the attendants
Unscrewing

Weak sides:

Noisy
Much loses in price
Budget materials

The release of the Kia Magentis sedan, also known in some countries, began in South Korea in 2000, and a year later, Kaliningrad "Avtotor" began to assemble cars for the Russian market. The car was designed on the model platform and equipped with gasoline engines 1.9 (136 liters.), 2.4 (175 liters), as well as V-shaped "six" with a volume of 2.5 and 2.7 liters. As a result, Kia Magentis restyled in 2002 received a slightly modified appearance and in this form was produced until 2006.

2 generation, 2005-2010

Magentis second generation debuted in 2005. The US market version was still called, and on the local Korean market the car was known as. Russia sold "Mahevants" as Korean and Kaliningrad assembly. In addition to gasoline engines 2.0 (144 l.), 2.4 (175 forces) and 2.7 V6 (194 l. from. The top version of the V6 was equipped with a "automatic", for the remaining modifications, the automatic transmission was offered for extra charge. In 2008, the appearance of the car was changed in accordance with the new corporate style of the brand.

Kia Magentis is a medium-sized class D sedan. It is a very close relative of the Hyundai Sonata Fourth Generation. Machines differ only in details of outdoor design and equipment. The appearance at the time came out reasonable and attractive, but today the rear optics looks old-fashioned.

On the Korean and American markets, the car was called Optima. Since 2001, a sedan for Russia was collected in Kaliningrad at Avtotor. In 2003, the model survived restyling. The most characteristic changes are the front optics with separate headlights, a new front bumper and a radiator grille.

Madzhentis offered a number of standard equipment along with optional. All cars were equipped with air conditioning, electrically controlled mirrors, glasses and locks. Basic fabric seats for surcharge could become leather. Robes boasting cruise control, ABS with brake force distribution, clutch control system with Dear TSC, electric driver's seat, climate control, wooden inserts, and even hatch.

In 2001, the "American" optima in crash tests according to the IIHS version earned only one star.

Engines

Kia Magentis Kaliningrad Assembly was offered with 2.0 l / 136 hp gasoline engines. and 2.5 l / 168 hp These aggregates are the most common in the secondary market (more than 90%).

The remaining options for engines in ads are hardly scored more than a pair of dozens. And these are Korean basic versions with four-cylinder 1.8 liters (BETTA / G4GB / 131 L.S. series and Sirius II / G4JN / 125 and 134 L.S.). In the US market, the palette began with a row four of a capacity of 2.4 liters (138-149 hp). Six-cylinder 2.7 l / 170 hp Appeared in American optima after restyling.

The gas distribution mechanism of row fours volume 2.0 l (Sirius II / G4JP) and 2.4 L (Sirius II / G4JS) is driven by a toothed belt. It should be changed every 40-50 thousand km. Cheap analogs are often rushing after 20-30 thousand km. As a result, pistons and valves are damaged. In case of trouble, it should be prepared for the repair of about 50,000 rubles. Approximately as much as they ask for a contract motor.

Keep in mind that the replacement of the timing belt on the Sirius series engines requires a certain experience. The presence of a balancing shaft complicates the exact exhibition of tags. If the labels are lost, vibration appears, and the motor loses in the thrust.

In V-shaped gears - 2.5-liter (DELTA / G6BV) and 2.7-liter (DELTA / G6BA), the drive timing type was used: the belt plus the chain. The toothed belt drives intake camshafts that are connected to the grade shafts of the chain. The service life of the chain is more than 250-300 thousand km. Trouble with the timing belt here are much less common.

Cases of engine overhaul are observed after 200-300 thousand km. Rates for opening - an increase in oil consumption and loss of compression in it from cylinders. It will take about 50,000 rubles for repair. Fortunately, the capital - the phenomenon is not painful.

150-200 thousand km may require the replacement of the engine support and gearbox (1-2 thousand rubles per pillow), as well as the throttle position sensor and the ignition coil (from 1,500 rubles). Soon there may be a radiator (from 3,000 rubles).

Interruptions in the operation of the 2-liter unit were often summoned by the refused sensor of the position of the crankshaft (2,500 rubles). To replace it, you will have to remove the timing of timing. At times, the ITS J5T ignition sensor is surrendered. At the same time, the tachometer ceases to work. The cost of analogue is from 1 500 rubles. However, some manages to revive the sensor with the help of a soldering iron.

After 150-250 thousand km, the catalysts fail. Over time, the corrugation of the receiving pipe of the exhaust system is roasted.

Hydraulic valve clearance compensators begin to knock out 200-250 thousand km: first on cold, and then after warming up.

In the domestic market of South Korea, cars were implemented with engines designed to work on gas. In the secondary market there are such copies. It should be borne in mind that with age inevitably the number of problems with gas equipment is inevitably.

Transmission

The engines were combined with a 5-speed mechanic or a 4-speed automaton. Automatic transmission - Japanese F4A42 development Mitsubishi. Box reliable and durable. The first work complaints occur after 200-300 thousand km and more often in machines with powerful V6. Failures can occur due to speed sensor failure, as well as oxidation or damage to the contacts and wiring. It comes to serious repair after 300,000 km, which will require about 50,000 rubles.

Nothing unknown about problems with mechanics. Unless you have to change the clutch (11,000 rubles along with work), and in the machines with a 2.5-liter unit there is also an expensive two-mask flywheel. The cost of the original node is almost 50,000 rubles. Fortunately, you can choose an analogue for 9-10 thousand rubles.

Chassis

The front axle uses a diagram on double transverse levers, and on the rear - a multi-dimensional system with a blowing effect. The suspension is quite mild, the body in turns is strongly cubed and swinging on gentle waves. Reactions to rotate the steered slow and folding.

The wheel bearings go more than 100-150 thousand km (1-2 thousand rubles). Do not less shock absorbers, silent blocks and ball supports. After some time, the rear springs can be asked.

The steering rail can sound or flush after 200-250 thousand km. For a new rail will have to give over 9,000 rubles.

Conclusion

There is no doubt: Kia Magentis of the first generation is a completely reliable car. Most problems and malfunctions are due to solid mileage and decent age. Fortunately, all malfunctions are easily eliminated and do not require high costs ... If only not to take into account the possible repair of the machine or engine (after the timing belt clips).

"Kia Magentis" former generation, being a "family" category model, it costs not more expensive than a golfclass car (the Russian assembly provided an affordable price). Nevertheless, this sedan did not use this sedan. Buyers little selected inexpressive design and not outstanding the quality of the interior trim. Built on the same platform "Hyundai Sonata" deserved much more popularity ... and here in March, the other "Magentis" comes on our market, no other than the predecessor. Its trumps is a modern appearance, more powerful engines, high-quality interior. Distributor of the Korean Mark - Kia Sandol suggested us to get acquainted with a novelty in Spain, where the European Premiere "Magentis" took place.

In the edge of winemakers

The modern interior is a big step forward compared to the former Madzhentis.

A few days before the departure to Spain, I was delivered to the parcel from Kia Sandol. Inside - a big wall calendar. Traditionally, such a signature "souvenir" contains advertising images of a model range, but there was something other - rare on the beauty of the landscapes. From the signatures, it was that these are famous wine-making regions: Bordeaux, Champagne, Rhone Valley ... and here - the logo of the Korean company. Here's as exquisitely "Kia" now presents yourself. The creation of a rather aristocratic image is an important part of the company's strategy in recent years: after all, the KIA cars and cars are published.

The previous version of "Magentis" was based on the "Hyundai Sonata" platform of the fifth generation. Last year, the "Sonata" appeared the heir - the new model "NF", which its creators tried to close as much as possible to European standards and design, and in terms of capacity, and equipment. On the same new platform now comes out and debutant from "Kia".

Cars waited for us on the southwest coast of Spain, in the city of Jerez. (I wonder if the winemaking is part of the corporate style "kia"?) Here at the end of winter it is already very warm, begins to bloom the cherry. And for traveling behind the wheel of places suitable: there are high-speed motorways, and you can rush with the breeze in picturesque mountain serpents. Therefore, I decided to get acquainted with the new "Magentis" with the most powerful modification. And here is the first surprise: the flagship 3,3-liter V6, which is supplied with "Hyundai NF", is not installed on "KIA". The debutant received a more modest motor - 2.7 liters. Platform one, and the status is lower?

The winding road requires something and then to slow down before turning and again take overclocking on the straight lines. The engine, developing 188 forces, is given with ease. A little doubt his dust only "Avtomat". It is here 5-speed, configured to comfortable - extremely smooth - switching. A little faster it turns out if you transfer the box to manual mode. A traditional mechanical transmission for a 2.7-liter motor is not provided.

The mountain route, which had to go to Rhum Rhythm, soon passed into a spacious highway, and be "Magentis" a living being, I would say that he was cheating. In the left row of the highway, the speedometer arrow quickly got to 200 km / h. According to the passport, the maximum - 220 km / h, but I did not risk it. Let the road be empty and the police are not visible, but you never know what ...

Since the new sedan was created with an eye on European buyers, "Kia" first included a diesel version in the range of modifications. It's interesting to try! The organizers have shied a stop for a short rest, after which I moved to a car with a 2.0 CRDI engine. Its 140 hp More suitable for phlegmatic ride, and the "automatic" here is an outdated - 4-speed. At the first convenient case, I handed this car to the Bulgarian colleagues - anyway, the diesel version will not be supplied to Russia. In return, "Magentis" received from them with a basic gasoline engine. It is also a new 2-liter "Four". It seemed that it was impossible to wait for special acne from it, but with this 145-strong engine and with a manual box (by the way, you can order and "Avtomat") Sedan was surprisingly cheerful. Mass is affected compared to the flagship (this modification is easier almost 100 kg than version with V6).

On the approach of the sports option?

In the bright rays of the South Sun "Madzhentis" looks solid, elegant. No comparison with the boring exterior of the predecessor. But if the related model "NF" from "Hyundai" has a lot of memorable features (narrowed headlights, pointed lines, etc.), then the creators of the new "Magentis" decided not to look for fresh ideas. With a quick look from the debutant, you can take for "Toyota Camry" or for some of the "Lexus" of the last generation, and the closest analogy is "Infiniti Q45". To consider this similarity to the disadvantage or dignity - the case of personal taste ...

In the salon, henceforth complain to decisively not what. Boring lines, pale plastic and a fake tree, which was decorated with the interior of the same model, was rushed into the past. To change, they came to a strict finish in the "Business", competent ergonomics ... The steering wheel is adjustable in very wide limits both in height and by departure. Stylish lights with blue light read perfectly. To order, you can get a fashionable motor launch system without a key.

In the models of "Family" class, the comfort of passengers traditionally pays a lot of attention, but the previous "Magentis", to be honest, did not shine such advantages. Despite the major body sizes, it was close from behind. Passengers with growth above average, one can say, pinned the heads of the ceiling. Now - no problems. It has affected what the novelty and longer and wider, and the main thing, the ceiling has noticeably rose - by as much as 7 cm. The creators of the model are proudly noted that by the stock of space above the head "Magentis" wins in European and Japanese analogs - "Ford Mon-Deo "," Mazda 6 "and" Peugeot 407 ".

At the same time, a comparison of the new "Magentis" with world leaders of the D-class does not seem to be stretched at all, and this is the main merit of debutant developers. The brand "Kia" from the "affordable" segment stepped to the step above. As marketers are expressed, it was overgrowned.

At a press conference, the topic of promotion of the Korean brand received an unexpected

turn. Romanian colleague asked naive, seemingly question:

- Kia sponsors sports activities: World Cup, Davis Tennis Cup, "Australian Open". Is it time to let and sports cars? For example, make a "hot" version of "Madzhentis" the "hot" version like, say, "Mazda 6 MPS" ...

The answer is Vaughn-Dong Chia, Deputy Head of the Division "Kia" in the Middle East and Africa, Sure An ironic smiles with journalists:

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- You hit the point, we work on it.

Damn it, did Koreans really intend to release the sportswoman?! But here the speaker, without blinking the eye, clarified:

- In fact, the suspension and the motors will not change, but the bumpers, thresholds and grille will receive a bright dynamic design.

Sensation did not happen. However, the Tolik of the External Individuality really will not be extended for the novelty from "KIA". The "Magentis" sedan with the "sports bias" company is preparing to submit by the end of the year.

Koreans compare the new "Magentis" with the best European and Japanese counterparts, and these comparisons do not look strained.

P.S. The former generation "Magentis", produced in Russia, is now coming from the scene - dealers sell the latest copies. And the debutant is already on the way to the salons. But it is "Magentis", which is produced in Korea. The contract for the Russian assembly is terminated.

Brief technical characteristic "Kia Magentis"
	2.0	2.0 CRDI	2.7
dimensions	473,5x180.5x148.0 cm
Curb weight, kg

It is worth saying V6, who understands know what it is. Wheel challenges at diligence is impressive. Ship. Salon with high ceiling and chic seats. The trunk is without that is flattened, and the folding rear seats are very convenient and when shipping is transported and with a forced night in a car. I didn't even notice - rarely and liquid.

Kia Magentis, 2006

Confidently holds the road at high speeds, overclocking confident. The power of the engine, as for me, is enough with your head, in steep turns and a hint of a breakdown (like a tram on rails). Suspension breakdowns on our "wonderful" roads did not notice. Noise isolation at height, but the engine begins to listen from 5000 revolutions, but it does not interfere with talking, without increasing the voices. Salon is comfortable, spacious ... Machine solid and beautiful!

Kia Magentis, 2007

During the operation of this car, traveled at different gods ..... made by Japan, Germany, the USSR, etc., the time came to choose and decide. Thrilling car dealers in the year of purchase, appreciating their purchasing power and finance, they stopped at Kia-Mahezhentis and he justified the price and quality of the assembly, the move characteristics of the engine to the very promoted brands of world auto industry. Pocket during operation does not pull all consumables for the price correspond to the middle class. In short, what to paint the car? He does not disappoint, just approx.