Kia Magentis: generations and engines
The Kia Magentis was built from 2000 to 2010 in 3 generations, with 16 engine versions in our catalog (sedan). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.

Production years2000–2010
Generations3
Engine versions16
Power136–193 hp
Body stylesSedan
FuelGasoline, Diesel
Timeline
Kia Magentis generations
- 2000–2005
Kia Magentis I
Engines below - 2005–2008
- 2008–2010
Kia Magentis II (facelift 2008)
Engines below
Specs
Kia Magentis engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Kia Magentis I2000–2005 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 (136 hp) | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | 133 lb-ft (180 Nm) | 11.5 s | 129 mph (207 km/h) | |
| 2.0 (136 hp) Automatic | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | 133 lb-ft (180 Nm) | 11.9 s | 121 mph (195 km/h) | |
| 2.5 V6 (169 hp) | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 169 hp (124 kW) | 170 lb-ft (230 Nm) | 8.5 s | 133 mph (214 km/h) | |
| 2.5 V6 (169 hp) Automatic | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 169 hp (124 kW) | 170 lb-ft (230 Nm) | 8.8 s | 130 mph (209 km/h) |
Kia Magentis II (facelift 2008)2008–2010 · 7 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 CRDi (150 hp) | 2008–2010 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 225 lb-ft (305 Nm) | 10.3 s | 125 mph (201 km/h) | |
| 2.7 V6 (193 hp) Automatic | 2008–2010 | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | 182 lb-ft (247 Nm) | 9 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) | |
| 2.0 CRDi (150 hp) Automatic | 2009–2010 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 225 lb-ft (305 Nm) | 11.3 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | |
| 2.0 CVVT (165 hp) | 2009–2010 | Gasoline | 165 hp (121 kW) | 145 lb-ft (197 Nm) | 9.9 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | |
| 2.0 CVVT (165 hp) Automatic | 2009–2010 | Gasoline | 165 hp (121 kW) | 145 lb-ft (197 Nm) | 10.1 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | |
| 2.4 CVVT (175 hp) Automatic | 2009–2010 | Gasoline | 175 hp (129 kW) | 125 lb-ft (169 Nm) | |||
| 2.4 CVVT (177 hp) | 2009–2010 | Gasoline | 177 hp (130 kW) | 125 lb-ft (169 Nm) |
Before you buy
Check a used Kia Magentis
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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