Kia Venga
The Kia Venga is a car model of the South Korean automaker Kia Motors. This is the first minivan to the brand, its production model was unveiled at the IAA 2009 in Frankfurt am Main. On 29 January 2010 the Venga came with two petrol and two diesel engines and four trim lines on the German market. The vehicle was developed as the Kia cee'd in Europe. It is based on the platform of the Kia Soul and the model range of the manufacturer positioned above the Kia Rio. The Venga was produced in addition to the Hyundai i30 and the technically identical Hyundai ix20 September 2009 to May 2011 by the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech in Nošovice. Then you moved the production in the work of Kia Motors Slovakia Zilina, where the cee'd and Sportage will be built.
- 4.1 Special models
- 4.2 exterior paint
Development
Under the internal abbreviation YN the Venga was designed in Kia's research center in Rüsselsheim and sketched the design in Kia 's European headquarters in Frankfurt am Main. In Erlkönig stage of the minivan by the media was dubbed the cee'd Plus, until finally the from Spanish -derived name Venga (German: Go or Come! ) Was announced.
An outlook on the series production version delivered in March 2009 at the Geneva Motor Show presented near-series concept car called Kia N ° 3
The production of the production model finally began in September 2009 at the Hyundai plant in the Czech Nošovice. This new joint venture of the Hyundai Kia Automotive Group increased in 2008 to the mass production and will produce 300,000 vehicles annually in maximum capacity and employ about 3,500 workers.
Technology
The Kia Venga is based on a shared jointly with the Kia Soul and the Hyundai i20 soil group, the wheelbase has been extended for the Venga to 2.62 meters. The monocoque body is made of full steel and achieved a drag coefficient of 0.31.
As standard all versions have an electrically assisted rack and pinion power steering. At 2.77 turns of the wheel of the Venga has a turning circle of 10.4 meters.
When suspension front and rear are coil springs, gas -filled shock absorbers and stabilizers are used. There is also a single wheel suspension with subframe and MacPherson struts up front and a torsion beam rear axle with trailing arms.
The hydraulically assisted dual -circuit brake system with front ventilated disc brakes works with a diameter of 280 mm and rear with 258- mm rotors. The braking system includes a standard four-channel ABS with EBD, BAS and ESC.
Motors
The choices are for the model four transversely mounted front engines in rows design with four cylinders, 16 valves and front wheel drive. The 1,4 - and 1.6 -liter engines deliver depending on the country 55-94 kW ( 75-128 hp). All engines have two overhead camshafts and driven by timing chain that meet the Euro 5 emission standard and can be optionally equipped with the start -stop system ISG. Then they are provided with the EcoDynamics label and also feature low rolling resistance tires, a gearshift point indicator and an intelligent alternator control.
- Five-speed manual with single-plate dry clutch ( petrol and 1.4 CRDi 75)
- Six-speed manual with single-plate dry clutch ( from Diesel 1.4 CRDi 90)
- Four-speed automatic transmission with torque converter lockup clutch (optional for 1.6 CVVT )
Gasoline engines
The two petrol engines of the "Gamma " model with 1.4 and 1.6 liters are offered in combination with a five-speed manual transmission. For the larger engine is also a four-speed automatic is available. The additional designation CVVT stands for continuous variable valve timing, which is a variable valve timing. Furthermore, the CVVT engines are equipped with a multi- point fuel injection and a contactless ignition. The exhaust gas purification takes place on a regulated three-way catalyst.
Diesel engines
Two new common-rail injection diesel engines of the "U2" are used in the Venga. These were designed in Kia's research and development center in Rüsselsheim, Germany and manufactured in the Kia plant in Slovakia Žilina. While the 1.6-liter CRDi is already offered in the 2009 model of the Kia cee'd, the 1.4 -liter diesel is used for the first time. Overhead are two diesels a Bosch common - rail fuel injection and a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry ( VTG). The power is transmitted via a six-speed manual transmission, only the service in some countries and derated to 55 kW 1.4 -liter version reverts to a five speed gearbox. The exhaust of the diesels are cleaned by a diesel particulate filter.
At the Paris Mondial de l'Automobile in October 2010, the so-called Eco Venga with the 75 - horsepower diesel and special fuel-saving measures from Kia EcoDynamics package was introduced. This includes, in the case including the start-stop ISG system, a modified gearbox and fuel-saving tires and light running. These changes to the vehicle, the average CO2 emissions to 114 g / km could be reduced.
Electric motor
At the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010 presented the Kia Venga EV ago, a near-series concept car with a 80 kW (109 hp) electric motor. The maximum torque is 280 Nm and the energy is stored in a lithium - ion polymer battery pack. The electric motor drives the front wheels and is located in the engine compartment while the battery with a capacity of 24 kWh is housed in the trunk. Within 20 minutes, the battery can be charged via fast charge to 80 percent. With a normal charging process of the accumulator is completely filled after eight hours. The Venga EV accelerates in 11.8 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h and reaches its top speed at 140 km / h The range of the battery system is about 180 kilometers. The most visually striking feature compared to the standard model is the closed grille.
Detailed technical specifications
Features and prices
For the Venga four different trim levels available. The basic model represents the existing only for the 1.4 -liter engines Attract, above which is the version of vision and even higher degree of Spirit equipment. The top model is called the Mind and is only available with the 1.6 -liter engines. In Austria, the equipment lines Cool, Motion, Active and Active hot Pro.
Standard features on all models of the Venga six airbags, ABS with electronic brake force distribution, ESC with traction control, a Brake Assist and active head restraints for the front seats. The standard equipment also includes a hill start assist, electric front windows and central locking. In the higher-value equipment such as a CD Radio with USB connection, air conditioning or automatic, a trip computer, Regen-/Lichtsensor, alloy wheels, partial leather seats with heated seats, parking sensors, fog lamps, cruise control, a Bluetooth handsfree or a reversing camera come added.
On request, a metallic finish, a panoramic glass sunroof ( from Vision), the start -stop system (Vision and Spirit ) and a four-speed automatic transmission for the 1.6 - liter petrol engine available (from Vision). All other extras are grouped depending on the standard specification of the selected features in different packages. Among them were the color package Beat is in the darker seat covers with gray contrast stitching ( in spirit) or light green inlays and the same color Sitzkedern ( in Mind ) are included.
For the launch in January 2010, the basic prices started at € 13,990 for the 1.4 CVVT Attract, most expensive model is the 1.6 CRDi Mind for 20,430 euros. In August 2010, a price increase of 435 Euros take place. In early 2011 offered Kia Venga as the Sun Edition based on the vision equipment with the smallest petrol engine and an extra smart key system for 13,490 euros. During the year, the price of the Sun Edition has been reduced to 12,990 euros.
Special models
In October 2010, the two Venga special editions were launched Black and Titanium Collection. These are based on the equipment package Spirit and also feature a panoramic glass sunroof, tinted glass in the rear as well as 17- inch alloy wheels. Possible engines are the two petrol engines; as exterior paint comes with the Black Stone Collection Black Metallic and the Titanium Collection Steel Grey Metallic used. The price advantage compared to an identically equipped standard model is 1430 euros.
- 2011: Edition 7
- 2012: Dream Team
- 2012: Business Line
Exterior paint
In addition to two extra free Unilackierungen there are a number of different optional metallic paint. Outside Germany, the individual paint tones are usually referred to differently.
Warranty
Since January 1, 2010 Kia granted for all models Jahre/150.000 seven kilometers warranty on the entire vehicle. There are also five years or 150,000 km warranty paint, a three-year mobility and a twelve-year Durchrostungsgaranie. The audio systems have a three-year and selected wear parts such as the battery Two years warranty. All warranties are transferable on the sale, if the vehicle has been serviced regularly.
Interior
The interior is based visually on the Kia Soul and come depending on the model either fabric seat covers ( to spirit) or a fabric and leather upholstery (only Mind ) is used. There are also inlays in silver or piano black finish (only Mind ). The design concept consists of five seats, of which the rear three-seat bench is folded down, sliding and tilt adjustment in the ratio 60:40. Furthermore, there is a standard height-adjustable cargo floor and vision from a cargo net and an underfloor storage compartment. The boot capacity is depending on the seating configuration of 314-1341 liters.
Design
The Kia Venga is derived from the study Kia N ° 3, which was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2009. He takes the basic design of this concept and was performed conventional in some areas. The N ° 3 was designed by Gregory Guillaume under the direction of Peter Schreyer, Kia's design center in Europe in Frankfurt am Main specifically for the European market. The name of the car points to the location of the production car in the Kia model range: in terms of size is the Venga after Picanto and Rio in third place. The study also presents the new " brand image ", which is characterized by the arrangement and proportions of three details: a new trapezoidal grille, large-sized and almond-shaped headlights and a more prominent upscale brand logo.
A characteristic feature of the Kia N ° 3 is the large windscreen, which merges seamlessly with a panoramic glass roof with diagonal support beams and automatic sun protection. The study is 4.05 meters long and painted in a matt titanium gray. In contrast, there are white or black glossy design elements and the polished 19 - inch alloy wheels with black spokes Ypsilon and all-weather high-speed tires. The interior black and white applications are used. There are also light brown leather seats with a special, traversed by seams surface. In the cockpit there is a large information display, which is controlled by a central control unit.
Competing products
The biggest competitor to the Kia Venga in the German market, the Opel Meriva represents a similar concept of space in dimensions to four meters pursue the Honda Jazz, the Citroën C3 Picasso, Renault Grand Modus and the Nissan Note.
In a comparative test with jazz, C3 Picasso, Grand Modus and the Nissan Cube the Kia Venga was able to reach the first place. They criticized the sluggish engine (1.4 CVVT ) and the relatively high price. Received praise, however, the extensive facilities, the space available, the ease of use and good visibility. The motoring magazine Auto, Motor und Sport said in her comparison test with Škoda Roomster and C3 Picasso ". Glory and honor for the best Kia who ever took at auto motor und sport to a comparison test " (Marcus Peters: auto, motor und sport online output)
Crash Test
In early March 2010 received the Kia Venga in the Euro NCAP crash test, four out of a maximum five stars, after the conditions have been increased to achieve the best score before. Now, at least 80 percent safety for adults ( previously 75 percent ), 75 percent of child safety (previously 70 percent) and 40 percent for pedestrian protection be granted. When Venga following ratings came about: adult protection, 79 percent, 66 percent of child protection, pedestrian protection and safety assistant 64 percent, 71 percent and said four star but these were issued only with reservations. In a frontal crash broke a faulty bracket on the top fastening of the belt, which can lead to the mechanics of the seat rail cuts the strap and this through tears in the worst case. Kia had therefore initiated a recall of the affected all 1161 vehicles until then approved in Europe and shipped to dealers about 1000 models. When repairing a special Gurtmanschette was mounted and exchanged the risk of fracture part.
In November 2010 was a renewed Euro NCAP crash test with the revised model. Kia modified the appearance of the rear seats to increase the protection of children and optimized the structure of the front end and the criticized restraint system. This five stars could be achieved at this time. While the values for pedestrian protection and safety assistants remained the same, the occupant protection and child safety improved 89 to 85 percent.
Registration figures
Sold in its first month in Germany the Venga reached the 107th place in the registration statistics. A total of 327 vehicles were registered. Thus, the minivan was just below the Seat Exeo and the Mercedes -Benz Viano. For the full year 2010, the car reached the 108th place between the Audi TT and VW Eos.
Awards
In December 2009, the Venga the iF product design award 2010 won the category Transportation Design, which in addition to automobiles and ships, trains and airplanes are. This award was presented on 2 March 2010 at CeBIT in Hannover. It is awarded annually since 1953 to an award for the 2010 total 2486 products from 16 areas to choose from were. Addition to the design criteria such as innovation, quality workmanship and environmental impact were assessed.
In early 2010 the Kia Venga the red dot design award for product design. The since 1955, awarded by the Design Zentrum Nordrhein-Westfalen Prize is awarded by a jury of international design experts. In 2010, manufacturers from 57 countries have applied with 4252 products. When evaluating factors such as functionality, ergonomics and durability play a role.
Together with the Kia Soul the Venga was nominated for the Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany 2011.
In a price-performance analysis by the independent market research company Glass's the Venga outperformed its competitors. The main reason for the comparatively low prices and maintenance costs as well as the extensive standard equipment. It is also clear - for example, because of the seven year warranty - an increased vehicle residual value.
The end of 2010 Certificates received the Venga by TÜV Nord for a good LCA ( ISO 14040 ) and product environmental design (ISO 14062 ). The former attests, a decrease of 10.5 percent CO2 emissions than comparable models, measured on a 150,000 km continuous life cycle. This includes the procurement of raw materials, production, use and recovery of the vehicle. The DfE certificate ( Design for Environment ) refers to various measures taken by Kia to minimize the environmental impact of cars. This includes the review of the recyclability using 3D design software, the use of environmentally friendly materials, an uncomplicated vehicle dismantling and the reduction of the manufacturing process.
- " Value Champion 2012" - Auto Picture