KIA Pro Ced test since 2007 hatchback
And it's all about him
Kia Pro Cee`d. Price: from 642 840 rub. On sale: 2008 Whatever you talk about, no matter what you discuss, the conversation will inevitably turn into another direction, you only need to say the name of the model of this car Pro Cee`d
For the first time, the Koreans showed their concept Pro Cee`d at the Paris Motor Show in 2006. Then the novelty aroused genuine interest both from the press and from ordinary consumers. The only fears were caused only by the fact that, most likely, it was in this form that he would not reach the consumer. Indeed, as a rule, on the way from the concept to the serial model, much of what was so impressed by the public is lost in the wilds of technological routine. Fortunately, Kia Pro Cee`d did not happen. Well, or almost did not happen.
Despite the fact that Pro Cee`d is built on the basis of a five -door hatchback, he looks much more dynamic and interesting than his brother. A new small -fiber grille of the radiator, expanding down a bumper, head optics with a more evil squint, a massive stamping from the wheel to the wheel, as well as the packed roof line and the altered slope of the rear rack, undoubtedly, give the car a more aggressive look. In addition, contrary to all the canons, the three -door Pro Cee`d has become longer than a five -door brother. This made it possible not only to give the appearance of the car even more dynamics, but also to ensure the proper volume of the cabin. The salon has practically no serious changes and almost does not differ from the cabin of the five -door version. In any case, the drive, which so impregnated the appearance of the car, is not here. The concept in this regard was much more interesting. Calm and peace reign here. And only a huge door and necessity
to reach behind the seat belt somewhere far back remind that you are sitting behind the wheel of a three-door hatchback. And if you also look at the central tunnel, then it becomes bored at all. The four -speed automatic did not fit with the fact that we happened to see when we savored the appearance so advanced in terms of dynamics and aggression. In fairness, we note that Kia Pro Cee`d can be aggregated by five- or six-speed mechanics. It remained only on the engine, one of the most powerful, which Pro Cee`d can boast of, 2-liter 143-horsepower.
However, as soon as we hit the road, as all our fears about the viability of this tandem instantly dispelled. Pro Cee`d turned out to be extremely groovy small. Of course, if instead of a machine gun, there would be more courage, however, with such a box, the car is quite capable of matching the image that was created by it during design. However
most of all we liked not even the dynamics. A fairly large wheelbase gives Kia if not exemplary, then appropriate manageability accurately. There is no residue left and suspension. Like a five -door hatchback, it is completely independent, however, for the sake of greater stability and stability of the car, it was tightened even more. The latter, of course, will not like passengers much, but how many pleasant moments will deliver the pilot. Even in prolonged turns, you can completely calmly go with a set of speed without fear of losing control of the car. In general, once seizing on Kia Pro Cee`d, you will talk about it for a long time. And not only because the prefix obliges this in its name. The machine itself has this.
Configuration
The new Zro See`d is available to the buyer in three configuration options, these are LX, EX and TX and 12 colors. In addition, the consumer will be offered additional design elements with which it will be possible to highlight their car. Also, for a three-door hatchback, it will be possible to order such an option as Sport Pack, including a tougher suspension,
17 -inch wheels with tires with dimensions of 225/45 and a slightly different, more sports interior decoration. Driving
Even with sharp rebuilding, the body's rolls are practically absent. And the dynamics and brake system deserve only a good assessment.
Salon
The salon, replete with a lot of healthy boxes and niches, is sheathed with high -quality, solid materials.
Comfort
At a fairly high level, only an audio stratemic pumped up the sound quality.
Safety
6 airbags, reinforced body) ABS, EBD and BAS systems, disc brakes.
Price
Acceptable.
Advantages and disadvantages
+ Excellent controllability, good dynamic indicators, moderate fuel consumption. Rich basic equipment, adaptation to 92 gasoline
- weak acoustics, insufficient sound insulation.
Specifications
Mark and model - Kia Pro Cee`d
Dimensions - 4250x1790x1450 mm
Engine - gasoline, 1975 cm3, 143 hp/6000 min -1
Transmission - automatic, 4 -speed
Dynamics - Max 195 km/h; 10.3 s to 100 km/h
Competitors VW Golf V, Ford Focus
Our opinion
Undoubtedly, with the advent of a three -door hatchback, the army of fans of the Kia Cee`d model will become even more numerous. After all, both a five -door hatchback and the station wagon have already gained well -deserved popularity in our market. It remains only to wait for the appearance of the sedan. Which, most likely, is also not far off.
Author: Oleg Kalaushin
Photo: Igor Kuznetsov
Source: Magazine 5 wheel [May 2008]
