The all new 2006 Kia Magentis will come with a choice of two petrol engines, the 188bhp 2.7 V6 and 145bhp 2.0-litre units, and a new 2.0-litre, 140bhp diesel with particulate filter. Four-speed automatic transmission is optional with the 2.0-litre engines (the diesel gets six-speed manual transmission as standard) and a five-speed automatic gearbox as standard on the V6.

Kia promises higher performance from the new Kia Magentis, better handling, a smoother ride, more space, more luxury and enhanced fuel economy. A Europe-specific cabin has been designed with all-black or grey-black interior trim and upholstery, and different seats with longer cushions and larger side bolsters, in answer to some of the criticisms of the outgoing Kia Magentis. Longer, wider and taller than before, with an increased wheelbase, the new Kia Magentis is considerably more spacious, with a larger 420-litre boot. Standard safety equipment on the new Kia Magentis will include ABS with EBD, front and side airbags, active front head restraints and five three-point seatbelts; options will include curtain airbags, parking sensors and stability control. The entry-level LX should bring air-conditioning, a CD player and all-round electric windows, while SE trim should add climate control, a leather interior and alloy wheels.

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