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Kia Cerato Hatchback (2004-2006) review

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Parkers overall rating: 2 out of 52.0

At a glance

Price new £9,845 - £11,805
Used prices £344 - £1,858
Road tax cost £160 - £385
Insurance group 17 - 18
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 436 - 690 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Diesel

Pros & cons

PROS

Well equipped, good value, affordable to run, comfortable

CONS

Dull styling, poor quality and cheap-looking interior, unexciting to drive

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

The Cerato was Kia’s short-lived stop-gap hatchback before the vastly superior Ceed came along in 2007. It was designed for ‘European’ tastes but unfortunately the dour and ungainly looks, along with a low rent and cheap-feeling interior meant few people bought one. It’s a good value used buy – as long as the price is low enough – and is an ideal choice if you want a reliable runabout.

The diesel engine is pretty good, but ultimately there are plenty of better cars available for the same money.