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Kia Carens Estate review

2000 - 2006 (change model)
Parkers overall rating: 2 out of 52.0

At a glance

Price new £8,845 - £13,343
Used prices £432 - £2,339
Road tax cost £305 - £415
Insurance group 15 - 17
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 375 - 520 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Cheap to buy, long warranty, good sized boot.

CONS

Lacks the cabin versatility of rivals, indifferent build quality.

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

Carens lags behind its European rivals in nearly every area. But we’d recommend it as a used buy, if you’re on a tight budget as it’s well equipped, affordable and can seat up to six people.