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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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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