EcoDynamics Kia Models Cut CO2 To Just 94 g/km

SYDNEY – October 6, 2010: To showcase its EcoDynamics range of fuel-saving vehicles, Kia Motors is displaying three new 'ultra-low' CO2 models in its 'Green Zone' at the Paris Motor Show. The innovative trio, Eco cee'd, Eco Venga and Sportage (Mild Hybrid), have significantly reduced emissions – down to just 94, 114 and 117 g/km respectively.

The Eco cee'd five-door hatchback is a concept car powered by a modified version of Kia's 'U2' family 1.4-litre diesel engine. Cleaner, quieter and more fuel-efficient, this engine generates 66kW at 4000 rpm and maximum torque of 240Nm is available from just 1900 rpm, for excellent driveability.

Changes to improve efficiency include fitting a variable water pump, an alternator with power-saving management system and an over-run decoupling system. The car also features Kia's fuel-stretching ISG Start/Stop system – which automatically switches off and then restarts the engine in congested city driving – optimised gear ratios and a large underbody panel beneath the 4.26-metre long car's to smooth its aerodynamics. Its CO2 rating is 94 g/km.

Intended for production later this year, the new Eco Venga is also equipped with Kia's 1.4-litre, 55kW diesel engine, plus many of the technologies from the Eco cee'd concept. In addition, low-friction engine oil, special low-torque taper roller bearings in the transmission and low-rolling resistance, high pressure tyres help to reduce CO2 emissions to 114 g/km.

Kia's second eco concept car for Paris is the Sportage Mild Hybrid. Based on the all-new Sportage compact SUV now on sale across Europe, this model is powered by the new, larger 1.7-litre version of the U2 diesel. This engine, which produces 85kW and 260Nm of torque from a super-low 1250 rpm, is mated to a 5kW electric motor with a double layer capacitor. Small changes cut aerodynamic drag, brake drag and tyre resistance so the SUV's CO2 rating is a modest 117 g/km