Kia Shuma SD
A budget-focused liftback that prioritised value over prestige.
- Power
- 88 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 11.2 s
- Top speed
- 112 mph
About the Kia Shuma SD
The Kia Shuma was a five-door liftback version of the second-generation Sephia, designed to offer a practical alternative to established European hatchbacks at a significantly lower price point. Built on a platform derived from the Mazda 323, it featured a distinctive 'four-eyed' front-end design that drew comparisons to the contemporary Ford Taurus. While it lacked the dynamic polish of its rivals, the Shuma was noted for its generous standard equipment and mechanical simplicity. For collectors of early Korean automotive history, it represents a key transitional period for Kia as it moved toward independent design before its eventual global ascent.
Kia Shuma SD specs
The Kia Shuma SD produces 88 bhp (66 kW) and 135 Nm (100 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 11.2 seconds and has a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).
| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Shuma |
| Generation | SD |
| Trim | 1.5 |
| Years | 1997–2004 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | South Korea |
| Engine | 1.5-litre 16V inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,498 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 88 bhp (66 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 135 Nm (100 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 5,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 11.2 s |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,100 kg (2,425 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 80 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Kia Shuma SD rarity in CarSpot
The Kia Shuma SD is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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Kia Shuma SD fun facts
- The Shuma's chassis and handling were originally fine-tuned in association with Lotus Engineering to improve its ride quality.
- Despite its budget positioning, the Shuma won an Excellence Award at the 1999 French Design Awards.
- The car's distinctive quad-headlight styling was often compared to the third-generation Ford Taurus and the Toyota Celica of the same era.
