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Kia Picanto Full Road Test Report

There are many rivals with more prestige but this city loving Picanto’s good looks, affordability and green ethos will appeal too many who need a car for the urban jungle. Small on the outside but surprisingly big on the inside, this city slicker may have just what you want.... read more

Kia Ceed Full Road Test Report

The Kia Cee’d’s ability as a dependable transport and motorway cruiser makes the car a worthy choice when you are going to buy or lease your next car. The Cee’d excels at the simple things it is very practical and easy to live with because it’s so comfortable and user-friendly.... read more

Kia vehicles are continually surpassing customer expectations and their steadfast commitment is increasing their popularity.

Kia Rio

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Kia Picanto

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Kia Sorento

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Kia Ceed

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Kia Carens

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Kia Sportage

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Kia Magentis

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Kia Cerato

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Kia Shuma

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Kia Sedona

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Kia Consumer Car Reviews

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The latest Kia driver reviews and road test reports. The views expressed do not reflect the thoughts and opinions of ReallyGoodDomains.com

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Paul Neal, Derbyshire

Kia Sorento Diesel 2008

I have had my car for 1 week, unfortunately it has just cost me 90 green backs to fill the tank from the dealer. Apart for that compared to my previous 56 plate gas guzzling Mitsubishi Shogun Sport and a nice 400 green backs to put it on the road, this looks the part especially with "owners road tax" of 210, and delivers 168 BHP and approx 40 to the gallon, it is looking as though my decision to buy this was a good one, It’s a pity that the car didn’t come with alarm as standard, the load area had been nearer for short people, oh and a bigger glove box, but as this is all, I suggest you get yourselves to a local dealer and take one of the deals Kia are offering at the moment.

Submitted: 06/05/2008 15:56:25

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Andrew Neal, Northamptonshire

Kia Magentis 2.0 GS 5dr 2006

I test drove this car as I was very curious to see if Kia really can offer a ’luxury’ car on a budget. I also test drove a Mazda 6 2.0 TS. There really was no comparison, the Mazda was in a totally different league altogether and although I think the Magentis is actually quite a nice car to drive all you think when you see it is ’cheap’, which when you realise what else is out there for relatively the same price - it’s not.

Submitted: 21/04/2008 11:00:31

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Derek Casey, Devon

Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDi XE 5dr 2006

We needed a new car that had some off road capability but didn’t need to be able to takle the north face of the Eiger. I’ll admit it’s not the best looking car on the road but it’s decent to drive, has masses of space for three kids, two dogs and all the usual paraphernalia that goes with them. The big bonus with this car is the price, I think Kia have a done a good job to produce a car with a good level of performance and comfort for people on a budget. Not a car that you’ll fall in love with but one that you can rely on.

Submitted: 03/04/2008 12:48:59

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Ian, Lancashire

Kia Cerato 1.5 CRDi 2006

I’ve had this car for around 2 months. It’s well made (better than my previous VW Polo) and a smooth drive. The engine is quite low-revving and doesn’t like being worked hard. Having said that it pulls well from around 2,000rpm so you never really feel the need to thrash it. Driven with reasonable restraint, but still doing 65-70 on the motorway, it returns 59mpg. The steering can feel a touch over-assisted and the buttons on the stereo are fiddly but otherwise it’s hard to fault. Kia tends to suffer from its old image, but the Cerato is an underrated car. Definitely worth a look secondhand if your budget is tight.

Submitted: 27/03/2008 16:56:38

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Mark Pickett, Cheshire

Kia Picanto LX 2005

Just completed 62000 miles in my Picanto and about to Part-ex. Showing signs of mileage now. Parts don’t tend to last long in particular brake pads. Make sure you get the dealer to throw in a spare tyre the foam kit Kia give instead of a spare tyre is useless.

Submitted: 25/03/2008 08:56:19

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Amy Hughes, Hampshire

Kia Picanto 1.1 3 5dr 2007

I love my Picanto, it’s such a good car and at a price that doesn’t break the bank! Really affordable to run too. Great nippy little mover and comes with an ipod socket so all mod cons. Loads more space than I expected. Absolutely can’t rave about it enough.

Submitted: 17/03/2008 13:00:09

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Altie Bacon, Kent

Kia Rio 1.5 GS 2006

I bought this ex-Demonstrator with 1700 miles on the clock almost two years ago. Whilst fuel consumption is marginally disappointing at an average 52mpg over 14,000 miles I am very happy with the car. It both cruises beautifully on Motorways and is nippy in traffic. Whilst I have read reports about heavy front tyre wear (on the insides) I am glad to say that mine has yet to show similar symptons. Wheels were changed around at 7,500 miles per Kia Handbook recommendation, and tyre pressures are checked regularly. Perhaps this has something to do with it! I think that the car offers very good value if you are not a ’badge snob’ and I would happily encourage any prospective Supermini buyer to take a road test in one.

Submitted: 18/02/2008 10:05:42

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Emma Clarke, Rhondda Cynon Taff

Kia Rio 2006

One of the best cars I have owned. Smooth ride and drives like a much bigger car. Love it.

Submitted: 28/01/2008 11:40:22

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Lee Morgan, Blaenau Gwent

Kia Shuma 2001

I’ve got one and they are ****

Submitted: 02/01/2008 16:10:56

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Robert Edmond, Scotland

Kia Sorento XE 2006

Once again as a private KIA SORENTO buyer and hard working taxpayer (purchased and “almost” paid for I am glad to say) one of the very few things I like in life is a decent vehicle. KIA (who?) until I decided to get a test drive in one. Quite simply, the best vehicle I have ever had (and continue to have) currently (so much so I have recently purchased a KIA RIO ICE DIESEL as my daily workhorse). Why do I have a KIA SORENTO DIESEL? Is it the style, engine, gearbox, interior, paintwork quality, insurance cost, general design, economy, tow car aptitude, presence, radio system, alloys, bullet proof mechanics, steering, heating, A/C...etc etc etc ?...the answer is all YES. I only wish I had the wherewithal to get the latest 57 version but hey ho maybe one day!! On the down side, NOTHING!!! I cannot fault it after 2 years. OK it’s not done a lot of miles but the mechanics I understand are Merc designed engine, Bosch diesel injection system with Borg Warner transmission; you cannot go wrong. The only down side is the yearly car tax disc cost of £215 (absolute daylight robbery) but that is down solely to Mr Honeybunny (Sorry, I should say our respected Chancellor Mr Darling) and our trusted and respected Mr G.Brown Esq of London. It is just a good honest vehicle for a hard working and long suffering taxpayer individuals who have, perhaps like me, worked everyday since I was 16. (now 50) to get a bit of driving pleasure. Do NOT hesitate if you are thinking of purchasing this vehicle. Shame we, as a once proud Nation, cannot produce such a good vehicle at this quality and price that hard working law abiding people can reasonably afford (for how long I do not know given the extortionate cost of diesel fuel) to run and be proud of!!!

Submitted: 02/01/2008 11:53:33

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