Kia Cerato Hatchback (04-06) - Review

Review by David Ross on
The Cerato was Kia's short-lived stop-gap hatchback before the vastly superior Ceed came along in 2007. It was designed for 'European' tastes but unfortunately the dour and ungainly looks, along with a low rent and cheap-feeling interior meant few people bought one. It's a good value used buy - as long as the price is low enough - and is an ideal choice if you want a reliable runabout. The diesel engine is pretty good, but ultimately there are plenty of better cars available for the same money.
2 out of 5

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2 out of 5

Comfort

Interior space is another area that Kia has tried to deliver on, and there's no shortage of space good front head and shoulder room and rear leg and shoulder space. However the seats are quite basic and offer little support for long journeys.

3 out of 5

Practicality

The boot is a decent enough size, and the rear seats split fold for those occasions when more carrying space is needed. There are a number of storage areas in the cabin - even one for your glasses.

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2.5 out of 5

Behind the wheel

The interior is getting better for a Kia, but still can't compete with the sophisticated finish of European and Japanese rivals. However it's pleasant and easy to live with and the excellent level of equipment goes a long way to make up for it. The driving position is good for cruising and all-round visibility is good.