| Estimation Globale |
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| Description |
| Magentis packs a lot of equipment into a large car at a low price, and it's by no means bad to drive or ride in. Yet it just doesn't appeal to fussy executive car buyers. |
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| Confort |
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| Qualité et Fiabilité |
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| Performance |
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| Espace |
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| Coûts de Fonctionnement |
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| Balance qualité-prix |
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| Stéréo/Sat Nav |
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| Les modèles les meilleurs |
| 2.0, 2.5 V6 |
| Les plus mauvais modèles |
| 2.5 SE Sports H-Matic |
| Remplacement |
| 2008 |
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| Contrà´le technique |
| Kia revised the big Magentis saloon closely related to Hyundai's Sonata after just 18 months on sale, bringing out a cut-price 2.0-litre to join the thirsty 2.7 V6. It's quick enough, and it cruises comfortably with the competent auto gearbox, but it feels like a Japanese saloon of the early 1990s rather than a competitive modern contender. Magentis isn't helped by its looks, which give it away as a budget Far Eastern model designed primarily with the USA in mind. Depreciation is harsh. The cabin, although superficially nice to look at, has some poor detailing, with nasty plastics, a cheaply-covered steering wheel and flimsy switchgear, and the leather upholstery is bargain-basement. Still, there's plenty of space up front, although rear legroom is poor for a car of this size. But it's very easy to drive, with light steering and simple controls. As such, it seems to suit its elderly, comfort-conscious, conservative buyers well. |
| Points positifs |
- Impressively large executive saloon for little cash
- Lots of equipment imparts an illusion of luxury
- Smooth ride, spacious interior
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| Points negatifs |
- Less refined than rivals at motorway speeds
- Kia have almost no credibility with UK executives
- Heavy depreciation if bought new
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