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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Smart looking but won't stand out.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Alot of car for not much money.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I would if my family wasn't expanding!

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something with 7 seats.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £7,000

    When did you buy the car?

    October 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    A good part exchange and free tax made it a good deal.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Very helpful. Fixed a number of small bodywork issues without quibble.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Tidy handling, feels safe and composed in the corners and stable on the motorway but not much feel through the steering. 1.4 engine is a gem. It's nippy and free revving and not like you would expect a to be 1.4 at all!

    What's it like to park?

    Usual hatchback blindspots but not bad.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Two non vital radio buttons not working nowl.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Wide rear bench, lots of space compared to rivals.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    USB connection. Very forward thinking of Kia to add this. Has everything I want and more!