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2009 Kia Magentis
The Magentis sits in the uber-competitive midsize-sedan category, along with the likes of the Honda Accord, Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry and Mazda6, to name but a few. It has been redesigned for the 2009 model year and certainly improves in a lot of ways, but it's still no champion of its segment. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
Like many Kias, the Magentis actually gives off a surprisingly sporty feel when you're sitting behind the wheel. Its steering feels tighter than that of a lot of competitors and besides some expected body roll around corners, it's more fun than Camry and Malibu. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
Exterior styling changes can't exactly be described as dramatic, but this new Magentis does look a little more like its attractive Hyundai Sonata sibling thanks to longer horizontal headlamps, while its tail lights are no longer round, giving it a slightly more updated look. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
The interior of the Magentis is about as nondescript as a vehicle interior can get. Controls are easy enough to read and reach and quality is satisfactory - there's simply nothing that allows it to stand out. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
Controls in the Magentis are dead simple to use and are layed out logically. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
Seats in the Magentis are comfortable and supportive and there's the usual room for four adults (or five in a pinch). (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
The Magentis gets stretched by almost three inches, giving it a slightly sportier, more low-slung appearance, and allowing more room in the trunk. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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2009 Kia Magentis
Our Magentis uses a new 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine that Kia says improves fuel economy without sacrificing too much pep. For a four-cylinder, it's impressive indeed, as it produces 175-horsepower (up from 162 in 2008) and 169 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. (Daniel Barron/AUTONET)
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