Kia Retona (CE) (1997–2003)

The Kia Retona (CE) was offered with 4 engine versions (2 diesel, 2 gasoline), from 83 to 136 hp, built 1997–2003.

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Production years1997–2003
Body styleOff-road vehicle
Doors5
Length157.5 in (4,000 mm)
Width68.7 in (1,745 mm)
Height72.2 in (1,835 mm) – 72.6 in (1,845 mm)
Cargo volume13.9 cu ft (394 l)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l)

All Kia Retona (CE) engines

EngineYearsFuelPowerTorque0–62 mphTop speedCombinedDrive
2.0 D (87 hp)1997–2003Diesel87 hp (64 kW)148 lb-ft (200 Nm)20.5 s75 mph (120 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.0 i 16V (136 hp)1997–2003Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)133 lb-ft (181 Nm)93 mph (150 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.0 D (83 hp)1999–2003Diesel83 hp (61 kW)144 lb-ft (195 Nm)20.5 s77 mph (124 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)
2.0 i 16V (128 hp)1999–2003Gasoline128 hp (94 kW)129 lb-ft (175 Nm)15 s93 mph (150 km/h)All-wheel drive (4x4)

Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.

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