Kia Cerato hatch released
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15th October, 2010
The Kia Cerato is Kia’s best-selling model globally, recording
annual sales of 304,295 units during 2009 with the 4-door sedan and 2-door Koup versions. And 226,975 units
have been sold during the first seven months of 2010.
Now, Kia is introducing a third member of the Cerato range – the 5-door Hatchback, to strengthen its
representation in what is arguably the world’s most important market sector – the ultra-competitive small
passenger vehicle or C-segment.
First shown at the New York Motor Show earlier this year, Kia anticipates that demand for C-segment
hatchbacks across the Cerato 5-door markets, will grow to more than 1.2 million units by 2012, a trend
increase which is also bound for Australia.
“The latest Cerato is designed to appeal especially to those consumers with young families who prefer a
5-door hatchback for its style and enhanced practicality,” said Kia Motors Australia Chief Operating
Officer, Tony Barlow.
“The availability of this third body style for our small passenger segment category will enable Kia
dealers to meet the needs of a broader range of customers. This derivative will boost total Cerato sales to
an even higher level across all Australian states.”
“Most significantly, the new model is a continuation of the local ride and handling development work
carried out by Kia Motors Australia on Sportage earlier this year and is another step in what will be an
ongoing programme of launching new vehicles in Australia which are locally adapted to suit Australian
driver’s discerning tastes.”
As well as its all-new body shape, the new Kia Cerato 5-door model introduces styling, equipment,
refinement and technical improvements, which will also feature on the 2011 Cerato sedan and 2-door Koup models
(sedan and Koup upgrades are available from January 2011).
Technically similar to the sedan and Koup variants, the new Cerato 5-door has the same overall width,
height and wheelbase as the sedan, but the rear overhang is reduced by 190 mm, as is the overall length, so
the 5-door model is 4,340 mm long. Despite its more compact dimensions, the hatchback’s cargo volume of 385
litres (VDA) is highly competitive in its class.
Progressive, sporty, European styling for the latest Kia
At its introduction in early 2009, Kia’s new Cerato sedan raised C-segment car design to a new level of
sophistication. Now, Kia’s international design teams, under the direction of Chief Design Officer Peter
Schreyer, have re-visited the corporation’s best-seller to deliver the new Cerato 5-door Hatchback.
The roof, rear side panels, C-pillar, tailgate with rear spoiler, rear bumper, light clusters and two-tone
spoiler are all new. At the front, bold styling incorporates a new radiator grille, new lower air-intake
grille and new-shape fog lamps. The door mirrors are new and offer an LED indicator light guide, while the
17-inch alloy wheels come in a ‘double five-spoke’ design. The rear combination lamps, which have
etching-processed lenses, are split across the tailgate shut line and a sporty rear diffuser allows the
exhaust tailpipe to be displayed in the SLi model.
The new Cerato 5-door Hatchback will arrive in Australia in a choice of nine eye-catching colours - Clear
White, Ebony Black, Spicy Red, Racing Red, Metal Bronze, Bright Silver, Titanium Silver, Santorini Blue and
Sweet Orange.
High-tech features enhance spacious cabin
In addition to its generous standard equipment level that echoes the sedan and coupe models, the 2011
Cerato 5-door’s interior offers customers new comfort and convenience features as standard which reinforce
this Kia’s high-tech image.
Steering wheel ‘paddle shifters’ are available with the automatic transmission in the SLi model, while a
folding key and keyless entry and Bluetooth hands-free is standard across both models. A leather type ‘boot’
gear lever gaiter is fitted, together with chrome edge trim around the twin cup holders and the centre
console has a new premium style which contrasts nicely with the single tone black dash.
The new Kia Cerato 5-door Hatchback comes with two standard trim levels with the Si fitted with a black
fabric tricot finish while the range topping SLi comes with the black fabric Mesh Rachel with red stitching
and the option of black leather trim.
For maximum cabin versatility, this model’s rear seat cushion and backrest are split 60/40 with the
cushion flipping forwards and the backrest folding down to provide a flat cargo floor.
Although the overall height of the Cerato hatchback and sedan is the same (1,460 mm), the extended
roofline of the 5-door makes an extra 20 mm of rear seat headroom.
Clever engineering minimises NVH
While designing and engineering the new Cerato sedan, Kia’s research and development team concentrated
on maximising the vehicle’s refinement and minimising NVH (noise, vibration and harshness).
Now, during development of the 2011 Cerato 5-door, as well as the 2011 Cerato 4-door and Koup, further
NVH improvements have been achieved. Additional sound-dampening foam is fitted in the A, B and C-pillars
and the luggage bay side panels, the exterior cowling top panel is a heavier gauge steel, the interior
dash-top padding has thicker insulation, the rear parcel tray has extra insulation and the boot carpet is
made from a heavier density material.
Petrol engines with six-speed transmissions
Kia’s new Cerato 5-door will be available with the four-cylinder petrol 1,998 cc Theta II powerplant
which generates 115 kW and propels the hatchback to 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds (manual), with a top speed of
190 km/h.
The new Kia Cerato 5-door is available in the latest six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The
manual is fitted with ‘high’ top gear ratios for reduced engine revs and improved fuel economy while the
new six-speed automatic transmission is equipped with a gate-type shift pattern and offers the driver
fully automatic or Sport modes. The Sports mode is even further enhanced with the standard inclusion of
steering wheel ‘paddle shifters’ providing fingertip control in the SLi model.
Sophisticated running (and stopping) gear
The introduction of the Kia Cerato 5-door heralds the arrival of the second vehicle launched in
Australia which has been specifically adapted by Kia Australia’s ride and dynamic team. Fortunately for
the other members of the Cerato 'family', the sedan and Koup, the changes flow on to them as well.
The Cerato 5-door features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a CTBA (coupled torsion beam axle)
rear suspension. The rear shock absorbers and coil springs are mounted separately to minimise intrusion.
Both the shock absorbers and springs received a localised tune and spring rate adjustment which is unique
to the Australian models.
Similarly the Electric power-assisted steering (MDPS – motor driven power steering) which results in an
estimated 2-to-3% fuel-saving also received a unique Australian tune to provide a ‘local’ feel. The
resulting linear torque build-up empowers the driver making the vehicle easy to park while still
maintaining good weight through the steering wheel when on the open road. For powerful and stable braking,
all Cerato 5-door models are equipped with 280 mm ventilated front discs and 262 mm solid rear discs.
The end result is a vehicle with ride and handling dynamic that is more refined and rough road compliant,
a key vehicle acceptance requirement in the Australian market.
Equipped with ‘active’ and ‘passive’ systems
Like its 4-door and 2-door 'siblings', the new Cerato 5-door presents buyers with a range of
state-of-the-art safety systems and equipment. Standard ‘active’ technologies include: ESC (electronic
stability control) to enhance cornering ability and several systems to boost braking performance. The SLi
model includes obstacle sensors in the rear bumper which help avoid contact with pedestrians and other
vehicles when reversing.
The Kia Cerato sedan has already achieved the top-score 5-Star rating in the USA’s official NHTSA crash
tests (scoring 19 out of a possible 20 points) and a ‘Top Safety Pick’ designation by America's IIHS for top
ratings in front, side, rollover and rear impact protection tests. The new Cerato 5-door is engineered to
perform equally well.
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Price List (MLP*) 5-Door Hatchback
Cerato Si Manual $20,240*
Cerato Si Automatic $22,240*
Cerato SLi Manual $24,040*
Cerato SLi Automatic $26,240*
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2011 Kia Cerato 5-door Hatchback
Body and Chassis
Five-door, five-seater hatchback with all-steel unitary construction body shell. Fitted with a
transversely-mounted petrol engine driving the front wheels via a six-speed manual or six-speed
automatic transmission.
Petrol Engine
2.0-litre/114.7 kW
Name: Theta II (4-in-line)
Type: DOHC, four-cylinder, with CVVT
Capacity: 2.0-litres, 1,998 cc
Max power 115 kW @ 6,200 rpm
Max torque 194 Nm @ 4,300 rpm
Suspension and Damping
Front: Fully independent by MacPherson struts, with coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers.
Anti-roll stabiliser bar.
Rear: Coupled torsion beam rear axle, with coil springs and gas-filled shock absorbers.
Steering
Type: Electric (motor driven) power-assisted rack and pinion
Gearing: 2.80 turns lock-to-lock/2.68 (with 17-inch wheels)
Turning circle: 10.32 metres/10.78 metres (with 17-inch wheels)
Brakes
Front: 280 x 26 mm ventilated discs
Rear: 262 x 10 mm solid discs
ABS: 4-Channel anti-lock system with EBD
ESC: Electronic Stability Control with TCS
Wheels and Tyres
Standard: Steel 15 in x 6.5J with 195/65 R15 tyres
SLi model: Alloy 17 in x 7.0J with 215/45 R17 tyres
Dimensions (mm)
Overall length: 4,340
Overall width: 1,775 (excl. door mirrors)
Overall height: 1,460
Wheelbase: 2,650
Front overhang: 895
Rear overhang: 795
Front track: 1,557
Rear track: 1,564
Capacities
Fuel tank (litres): 52.0
Luggage (SAE): 415 litres (all seats upright)
Weights (kg)
Curb weight (min.): 1,302 (manual) 1,328 (auto)
Gross weight: 1,760 (manual) 1,780 (auto)
Performance
Top speed (km/h): 190
0-100 km/h: 9.1 seconds (manual), 9.8 seconds (auto)
NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes the traditional on-road costs, such as dealer
delivery fees and the various statutory charges imposed by the states and territories. Additionally,
prices, fees and charges are subject to change without notice.
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