Kia Cerato TD

My husband bought as a family car in 2015 (car was less than 3 years old and had done about 25kms). Such a good car, no issues whatsoever. My husband loves it. It’s a reliable car, very basic (it doesn’t have reverse camera or many features) but we haven’t had to spend much on it.

My 2009 Sli was comfortable, beautiful and well finished, but the car was very thirsty.

Also, some little weird noises, and little issues, like: it blows the headlight bulbs a lot. I also had to replace parts more often then my Japanese cars.

It Drives Great, But 1st 12 months it went back to Kia many times, sounded like a diesel and it was petrol, they said it was the fuel I was using I went to 98 for 1 month, still the same problem. After many months 26,000 Klms and many more trips Kia, they realised it was the Engine...they then replaced it. No problem since, economical to run and very comfy ride

Very easy to drive and comfortable for long distance... save on petrol...easy to park and this is my second Kia cerato..lots of space and can carry a lot of stuff...anyway it's a good lookin car..never had any problem with my previous one and now my son is still driving it...

Great first car, very fuel efficient and has a little bit of power when you want it. i only wish it was rear wheel drive. other then then im really happy with the car. servicing costs are not that dear and the tyres are not to pricey either. definitely recommend it.

Car it self is damm good in performance, fuel economy, abit noisy on certain rd survaces and this is caused by low profile tyres inside is ok for this type of car running costs lwork on 60 dollares afortnight lservice car at every 10,000 ks handling good plus l use nitrogen in tyres for coolness of tyres plus gettilng better fuel economy, plus better wear on tyres lhave had car 6.5 years only problem know is me and my wife are finding getting ln and out harder .

the car has just passed 50,000 ks and almost 4 years of ownership, still drive the same as new ! been using premium petrol since bought. no issues whatsoever! it has been so reliable and cheap to maintain ! will definitely consider buying another kia for the next purchase .

I have had issues with my 09 KIA cerato sli it stalls on start up, any idea what this could be? I've been told it the ECU and it will cost $4000 roughly to replace no way in hell an I paying that. Once I can get it started it runs fine but it is the question on weather I can or not that annoys me.

Engine documented burning 1 litre oil every 3000km. Kia's warranty will not repair unless you burn 1 Litre every 1500 km's. (that's 10 litres between 15, 000km scheduled servicing). Using correct oil. Problem started 60-70,000 km. Lots of tappet like noise also. My opinion-their 7 (mine is 5) year new car warranty is worthless and a false sense of security. Buyer be wary! Engine has been thoroughly examined by local dealer. Car has been serviced more than required

In reply to your problem with the the inability to take off from a stationary position on acceleration and having a sensation of the fuel being being cut off,maybe due to a faulty transmission inhibitor switch.It can be replaced easily and would be free whilst on warranty.I had this problem with my Hyundai Santa Fe 2012.It took 3 visits plus two overnight stays with the technicians to sort it out.

In the beginning the car drove ok, a little noisy. Motor was quite ratly, 3 years later and 67,000 kms the motor snapped a crankshaft. Took it to the dealer and was told that the oil pan showed some signs of sludge and this voided the warranty. Engine still had oil in it, never got any warning signs or temp rises. Just think the engine finally gave way and now it's my fault apparently because the service was a few thousand past recommended. I think it proves just how poorly built the vehicles are compared to other brands. I won't make the same mistake again please make sure you have a long think about it as no matter how long they offer a warranty for the proof is when it comes time to make a claim.
Don't buy Kia

We purchased a Kia Cerato Si new in February 2012. The car has now travelled 65,000 k's and has never let us down.
The fuel consumption is on the higher side for this size vehicle, but it only uses regular and get's pushed around with 2 children all the time.
We had it serviced every 15,000's at the local Kia dealer and only had a minor issue with the gearbox, when we couldn't select the reverse gear once or twice.
The cabin starts to squeak a little now, but overall a good little car with great resale value.
I would purchase another Kia Cerato (the new model is really nice).