
| General information | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kia |
| Model | K8 |
| Generation | K8 |
| Modification (Engine) | 3.5 Smartstream GDi V6 (300 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production | April, 2021 year |
| Powertrain Architecture | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type | Sedan |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Performance specs | |
| Fuel consumption (economy) – urban | 11.1-11.4 l/100 km 21.19 – 20.63 US mpg 25.45 – 24.78 UK mpg 9.01 – 8.77 km/l |
| Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban | 7.5-7.7 l/100 km 31.36 – 30.55 US mpg 37.66 – 36.69 UK mpg 13.33 – 12.99 km/l |
| Fuel consumption (economy) – combined | 9.4-9.7 l/100 km 25.02 – 24.25 US mpg 30.05 – 29.12 UK mpg 10.64 – 10.31 km/l |
| CO2 emissions | 160-165 g/km |
| Fuel Type | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio | 5.5 kg/Hp, 182.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio | 4.6 kg/Nm, 218.9 Nm/tonne |
| Engine specs | |
| Power | 300 Hp @ 6400 rpm. |
| Power per litre | 86.5 Hp/l |
| Torque | 359 Nm @ 5000 rpm. 264.78 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine layout | Front, Transverse |
| Engine displacement | 3470 cm3 211.75 cu. in. |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Engine configuration | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine systems | Start & Stop System |
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| Space, Volume and weights | |
| Kerb Weight | 1640-1650 kg 3615.58 – 3637.63 lbs. |
| Fuel tank capacity | 64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 5015 mm 197.44 in. |
| Width | 1875 mm 73.82 in. |
| Height | 1455 mm 57.28 in. |
| Wheelbase | 2895 mm 113.98 in. |
| Front track | 1621-1626 mm 63.82 – 64.02 in. |
| Rear (Back) track | 1627-1632 mm 64.06 – 64.25 in. |
| Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs | |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears and type of gearbox | 8 gears, automatic transmission |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 245/45 R18; 245/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 18; 19 |

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