Kia Ceed Hatchback (2012 - 2018) 1.6 GDi 4 Tech 5d DCT (2012/12) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I'm cautious (7 year warranty), lazy (automatic) and like a good deal (used car with low mileage and high level of trim.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think the car looks very sporty.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, it has everything you could possible need.
What are you likely to buy next?
Probably a crossover, Nissan Qashai or Kia Sportage.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£15,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2015
Did you get a good deal and why?
Ok deal, quite a rare model but checking online revealed slightly cheaper for sale further afield.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Automatic, 7 year warranty and a large amount of equipment.
What was the dealer like?
Ok, but they had failed to organise vehicle tax until the collection day so I almost wasn't able to pick it up.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
DCT automatic is smooth and quiet. Some rattle from the interior roof trim can be annoying. Comfort steering wheel mode make steering the car effortless.
What's it like to park?
Front and rear sensors along with reversing camera make it a breeze to park. Also has parallel park assist which I've only used once.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Found the battery flat one morning, upon removing it from the vehicle found it bulging so it needed replacing. Wasn't replaced under warranty as it only covers the car battery for 24 months.
What's most practical about your car?
Excellent amount of boot space. Xenon headlamps are great when driving at night, as is the auto dimming rear view mirror.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
It tells me if my window washer is running empty! The amount of times I've.
