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Kia Cerato Forte

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ENGINE
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| Capacity |
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1591cc |
| Cylinder Layout |
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Inline-4 |
| Valves |
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16, DOHC |
| Bore x Stroke |
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77mm x 85.4mm |
| Compression Ratio |
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10.5:1 |
| Power |
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124bhp at 6300rpm |
| Torque |
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156Nm at 4200rpm |
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GEARBOX
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| Type |
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4-speed automatic with manual select |
| Driven Wheels |
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Front |
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PERFORMANCE
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| Top Speed |
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182km/h |
| 0-100 km/h |
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12 seconds |
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SUSPENSION
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| Front |
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MacPherson struts, coil springs |
| Rear |
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Torsion beam, coil springs |
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BRAKES
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| Front |
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Ventilated discs |
| Rear |
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Disc |
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TYRES
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| Type |
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Kumho Solus KH17 |
| Size |
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215/45 R17 |
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SAFETY
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| ABS |
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Yes |
| Airbags |
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2 |
| Traction Control |
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Yes |
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MEASUREMENTS
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| Length |
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4530mm |
| Width |
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1775mm |
| Height |
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1460mm |
| Wheelbase |
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2650mm |
| Kerb Weight |
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1261kg |
| Power to Weight Ratio |
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98.3hp/tonne |
| Turning Circle |
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10.3m |
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PRICE
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| Price |
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$47,000 incl. COE |
| Warranty |
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3 years/100,000km
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WE LIKE |
- Stylish, with wide range of colours
- Thoughtful cockpit features
- Easy to drive, with ample power
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WE DON'T LIKE |
- Engine intrusion at high revs
- Slightly choppy ride on 17s
- Inconsistent power steering
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From Torque Oct 2009 issue
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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