Kia Ceed SW (2007 - 2012) 1.6 CRDi LS (113bhp) 5d (2007/57) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Having taken early retirement I required a cheap medium size car with good cargo capacity & good economy. The Ceed SW fully meets my requirements.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

A number of people have made complimentary comments about the car & are amazed at the the 7 year warranty.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, the Ceed SW is fairly expensive by Kia standards but when you compare the spec with other makes, the car provides excellent value for money & you have piece of mind with the 7 year bumper to bumper warranty.

What are you likely to buy next?

With the 7 year warranty I expect to keep the Ceed SW for some time but if I did change I may consider the 2.0 engine rather than 1.6. Having owned Mazda cars for a number of years & have witnessed there fantastic reliability , I might consider the Mazda 6 if the price was comparable to the spec of the Ceed.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

September 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

managed to reduce the selling price by providing details of alternative deals on the internet

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Price, Economy & Space

What was the dealer like?

All very pleasant & helpful

What's it like to drive?

The higher spec diesel is quick & resonsive but surprisingly economical. Average MPG is 55 but can easily achieve 65 with sensible driving.

What's it like to park?

No problems, the rear parking sensors make reversing a doddle.

Have you had any problems with the car?

No

What's most practical about your car?

Huge storage space & unique under floor storage compartments in the boot

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Rear parking sensors