Kia Cerato
โGood value for money compared to competitors
โModern design suited for urban driving
โHigh long-term reliability with reasonable maintenance costs locally
โRich safety equipment for the trim level (including automatic emergency braking and reverse sensors)
โHigher fuel consumption than advertised in promotional materials
โReports of electrical issues after a few years
โThe base engine (1.6L) is underpowered, the 2.0L version is recommended for better performance
โRelatively high fuel consumption compared to Japanese competitors (averaging 1:10 km/L in older models)
Kia Cerato - Common Problems โLexus ES
โFuel-efficient and smooth hybrid powertrain
โcosseting ride quality
โpleasant and upscale cabin.
โUnderpowered compared to other luxury sedans