Kia Ceed Hatchback (2012 - 2018) 1.6 CRDi 3 EcoDynamics 5d (2014/14) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Stylish, modern, efficient and economical.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it. Not a negative comment. Everyone is jealous.
Would you buy this car again and why?
100%. Although I do have it for 5 years, so ask me again in 4!
What are you likely to buy next?
Possibly another cee'd, depends where they're at. Too far in the future.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£14,000
When did you buy the car?
December 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes. Finance deal with £3k deposit and payments of £222/month with gap insurance over 5 years. I'll own the car at the end.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Loved the styling. Good review and fantastic specification.
What was the dealer like?
Fine. Got a servicing plan thrown in etc and tipped the lad a tenner at the end so he could buy a pint or two. Motorpoint Peterborough were great.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The 1.6 Diesel engine has a good amount of torque and is fine for overtaking. Stop start improves fuel economy but can hamper performance, but with good intentions. Happily sits at 80mph in 6th at just over 2k revs/min.
What's it like to park?
It is large and wide, but big beefy concave wing mirrors and the parking camera make it easier. Flexisteer mode means steering can happen with your little finger. Literally.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing yet - only had it a week. 7 year warranty gives peace of mind.
What's most practical about your car?
The size, the efficiency, performance, Satnav traffic updates, comfort, sensors.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Literally everything. The 3 spec is superb. Everything you could possibly want. Satnav is crystal clear, it lights up beautifully at night. Reverse camera amazing. LED lights and tail lights distinctive and gorgeous looking. In my opinion, better than Focus, Gold and Mazda 3 by miles and miles.
