• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Uncomplicated and practical.

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

    Badge snobs are a bit put off but they soon give that up after a short distance.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes but the KX-3 as I want xenon lights and the sunroof next time. I am already starting to look for decent offers.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Kia Sorento KX-3.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £28,000

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    The deal was decent bearing in mind that the model was only a couple of months on the market.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I needed 7 seats and preferred diesel auto. I went out one day to buy a Mitsubishi Shogun but in comparison the Sorento was and is light years ahead in refinement, and when I chanced by the Kia dealer on the way home from a disappointing Shogun test drive I was sold the moment I got behind the wheel.

    What was the dealer like?

    Professional, friendly and helpful.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Piece of cake.

    What's it like to park?

    Walk in the park.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Space.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Parking sensors make life so easy.