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Kia Cerato Hatchback (2004 - 2006) 1.6 LX 5d Owner Review

1.6 LX 5d
Kia 2004 Cerato Hatch

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In their own words

I enjoy the immediate response of the motor even when in 5th gear though I often think that a 6th gear would be great to have. The driving experience is really enjoyable as the car responds with rather sporty temperament and is easy to drive even under less than optimal conditions - both on and off-road (country dirt roads). It gives one a feeling of safety too - something I experienced recently when both left side tyres blew simultaneously while travelling at 112 mph on a highway. The car tried to flip on panic-braking but didn't, stayed on the road although I have no idea how but I do know that the ABS/EBD played a major role. No real problems with this car besides the natural wear-and-tear of ageing like the having to polish the headlights which had "dimmed". I intend to keep this car even if I do upgrade to a new (KIA) car :)

How reliable do you find the car?

Broken cable for the electric rear window.... kids lie to play with the windows :)

Does the car do everything you expected it to do?

Much faster than the KIA specifications... Clocked it at 119 mph with GPS verification
  • How they rated it

  • Reliability: 4 out of 5 4.0
  • Meets Expectations: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5.0
  • Costas Giannakenas MD, PhD recommends this car

About their car

  • Fuel type Petrol
  • When purchased November 2005
  • Condition when bought New
  • Current Mileage 109,000 miles
  • Average MPG 29 mpg