Kia Ceed Hatchback (2012 - 2018) 1.6 CRDi 2 EcoDynamics 5d (2013/13) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Stylish & practical.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Family all like it. Looks really nice on the drive, but more importantly, the ride quality/experience is excellent!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes 100%, best decision i ever made was dumping my diesel guzzling Astra that had more problems in 18 months than i care to remember! Kia all the way!
What are you likely to buy next?
Only had this car less than a week, but i guess another Ceed right now!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£10,990
When did you buy the car?
August 2015
Did you get a good deal and why?
I think i got a pretty good deal! Got a great px price for my Astra plus my new Ceed seems to be one of the most reasonable prices i have seen on autotrader.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a new shape Ceed for a while now, but they are holding their value well and only just coming into my price range!
What was the dealer like?
OMC Kia in Oldham was great. Hassle free, no pressure & great customer service! None of the usual hard sell with GAP insurance & service plans that you usually get! Just how a dealer should be in my opinion!
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lovely to drive. Very smooth gear box. Nice lite steering. Responsive when you put your foot down, and good brakes when you need them! I am 6ft 4 and can get comfy no problem! A real bonus is that with the drivers seat fully back, you can get a rear passenger in without having to move my seat forward & having my nose on the windscreen!
What's it like to park?
Easy! In comfort mode steering the steering can be done with one finger! Rear parking sensors make things easier. I do miss the front parking sensors though that my Astra had, but given the other bonuses of the Ceed, i will let Kia off!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing so far, but only had the car a week!
What's most practical about your car?
The fuel economy compared to my Astra 1.7CDTI is great which is always a bonus!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Despite what all the reviews say, my favourite gadget is the steering modes! It has been slated for it elsewhere, i use mine mainly in "Comfort" mode which is nice and lite. My other favourite gadget is the bluetooth which is very handy to have!
