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Kia Mentor Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Kia Mentor varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $1,980 and going to $4,070 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2000 Sedan 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,300
2000 Hatchback 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $4,070
1999 Sedan 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,300
1999 Hatchback 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,850
1998 Sedan 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,300
1998 Hatchback 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,630
1997 Hatchback 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,630
1996 Hatchback 1.5L, ULP, 5 SP MAN $1,980 $3,630
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Kia Mentor Dimensions

The dimensions of the Kia Mentor Sedan and Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2000 Sedan 1415x1711x4427 mm 160 mm
2000 Hatchback 1413x1711x4475 mm 160 mm
1999 Sedan 1415x1711x4427 mm 160 mm
1999 Hatchback 1413x1711x4475 mm 160 mm
1998 Hatchback 1390x1692x4253 mm 160 mm
1998 Sedan 1415x1711x4427 mm 160 mm
1997 Hatchback 1390x1692x4253 mm 160 mm
1996 Hatchback 1390x1692x4253 mm 160 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Kia Mentor Dimensions

Kia Mentor Towing Capacity

The Kia Mentor has maximum towing capacity of 1350kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2000 Hatchback 1350kg 1350kg
2000 Sedan 1350kg 1350kg
1999 Hatchback 1350kg 1350kg
1999 Sedan 1350kg 1350kg
1998 Hatchback 1350kg 1350kg
1998 Sedan 1350kg 1350kg
1997 Hatchback 1350kg 1350kg
1996 Hatchback 1350kg 1350kg
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Kia Mentor Fuel Consumption

The Kia Mentor is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 6.9L/100km for Hatchback /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2000 Hatchback 6.9L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
2000 Sedan 6.9L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
1999 Hatchback 6.9L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
1999 Sedan 6.9L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
1998 Hatchback 8.6L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
1998 Sedan 6.9L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
1997 Hatchback 8.6L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
1996 Hatchback 8.6L/100km 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Kia Mentor Pricing and Specs for 2000

Kia Mentor Wheel Size

The Kia Mentor has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 175x70 R13 for Hatchback in 2000 with a wheel size that spans from 13x5 inches.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2000 Hatchback 175x70 R13 13x5 inches 175x70 R13 13x5 inches
2000 Sedan 175x70 R13 13x5 inches 175x70 R13 13x5 inches
1999 Hatchback 175x70 R13 13x5 inches 175x70 R13 13x5 inches
1999 Sedan 175x70 R13 13x5 inches 175x70 R13 13x5 inches
1998 Hatchback 13x5 inches 13x5 inches
1998 Sedan 175x70 R13 13x5 inches 175x70 R13 13x5 inches
1997 Hatchback 13x5 inches 13x5 inches
1996 Hatchback 13x5 inches 13x5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Kia Mentor Wheel Sizes

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