Review
Owned an EX trim for a week, I didn't choose SX because of moon roof. So far enjoy very much on the handling and the comfort level.

This is my third brand new car and first 1600 cc car, the first car was Vios and second was City. The latter was ended 22 months ownership for the Cerato. There are some reasons to triggered the change and one of which is after tested drive the Cerato, I feel a lot better than my City in terms of comfort level especially crossing road hump and handling uneven road.

My own opinion, the Cerato is worth buying for this price range.

What I like
- Internal and External design
- Feeling luxury
- Handling
- Suspension softness
- Features
- Rear aircon
- 4 points DRL

What I do not like
- Good car with poor insulation
- Stock tire could be better
- Slow engine response

Review
Well did not test driven this car in the show room as I have already driven a KIA car almost 10 Years with the 1st Generation Forte EX variant, Therefore believe it should be good as I bought the EX variant (3rd Generation) again

Just done collection last 3 weeks. As I have driven it , well it really feels good and improved during the acceleration compared to my previous Forte no doubt many feedback on its poor acceleration, the quiet insulation inside the cabin is good. The features inside consider an upgrade for me though it is an EX variant, with key less entry, leather upholstery, Multimedia screen, Drive mode and best of all the Smart Truck as I am always using the trunk most often for my work purpose, don't need to search for my key to open the trunk.

It is going to be accompany me for the next 7 to 8 years..

What I like
Smart Truck, Car design in term interior and exterior

What I do not like
Well .... nothing that I feel not good except felt that the car should put in the lane departure warning it will be great

Review
Scored well for both interior and exterior aesthetics. Engine performance are decent with reasonable FC. However, both the audio system and sound insulation performed way below expectations. Tyres provided are also very noisy. Services of sales staffs are unsatisfactory with quite a number of complains in forums - and unfortunately, I also met with one that provided below par service.

Audio System - Although stock HU and speakers cannot never match up to aftermarket systems, the set that comes with Cerato produces FLAT audio and could not even compare with other Asian makes (not comparing with conti!). Have to either change out the HU or source for DSP that are good in matching with stock HU (such as Rainbow 1.8 or Esatto Comado) to deliver decent audio. Minimally, have to change out the stock speakers with entry level aftermarket speakers to get some decency out from it.

Sound insulation - The tyres are very noisy to begin with. Change them! I'm also very disappointed that this car is very noisy, especially with road noise. Certainly fared worse than its other Asian counterparts (not comparing with conti!). Luckily there are also aftermarket solutions to it. After I applied soundproofing, the noise level dropped significantly and is now a more comfortable ride. Just go for established soundproofing like Soundguard or Dynamat to avoid disappointment.

Soft & meek car horn - Got to try it for yourself. I'm not confident this car horn cam seek sufficient attention on the road esp if it's to avoid accidents. I suggest replacing it for safety considerations. It only cost a few tens of dollars.

Conclusion: This car remains a great buy at this price point and certainly a great looking car. There are several major disappointments (stated above), but luckily they all can be improved with aftermarket solutions. So be prepared to spend another 2K on top of the buying price if you want to have a comfortable and enjoyable ride.

What I like
Good price point
Good looking car
Decent engine performance
Large boot space

What I do not like
Noisy tyres
Audio system (HU and speakers) performing below basic expectations
Noisy car
Soft and meek car horn

Review
Over the years, KIA has (in my opinion) made a significant progress in capturing the attention of Singapore car buyers with more reliable and all inclusive vehicles at reasonable prices. The first vehicle i drove was a KIA Spectra (sedan) which was a down-to-earth, easy-to-finance mode of transport. Following that, i had the opportunity to try out the Rio and Picanto which retained the underpowering specs of the spectra. Despite so, the affordable prices at the introductory stage attracted buyers who were in search for a practical transport.

There are 2 functionalities that I look for in a vehicle. Space and Performance.
For the 2018/19 cerato model, a 1.73m driver's seat configuration is able to accommodate a 1.8+m tall passenger at the back with comfortable legroom for all 3 passengers. At 1591cc, the advertised 126bhp output is a pleasant surprise as the under power traits of an early day KIA is no longer evident. To complement the engine further, the noise insulation is the best when compared to the likes of Altis, Mazda 3 and City. Altis came in close but for the 7-16k discount (depending on the variant), Cerato is definitely the deal of 2018.

Moving on to the point of features, I categorize smart trunk, 16/17-inch rims, GPS, auto climate aircon, electric driver seat and side mirror indicator as luxury features while keyless entry/start, retractable mirrors and remote boot release as good-to-have features. Leather seats, steering controls and isofix are essentials.

Fuel consumption at 15/L for non-hybrid is acceptable to me given that my existing car drinks 17/L for a 1.5L, 105bhp engine.

Moving on for my mazda 2 (2010), I pledged my monthly repayment with KIA for the Cerato L model that comprised of the essentials plus solar film, front and back recording. The earlier L variant of Cerato did not come with in-build multimedia system, in- car camera (front and back) and leather seats. I'm truly glad that KIA included all these features in the new base model to the delight of mid-range sedan buyers.

What I like
Quiet interior when driving (no competitive with noise when having a conversation with passengers)
Powerful and responsive engine (NS-highway compatible)
Spacious for a family of 5
Affordability

What I do not like
Left Signals, Right Wipers. I'm still trying to get used to it.

Review
First time buying new car so when to look around. Initially really like the new avante But after I saw the new cerato my heart just melted. When to test drive it and find the drive really quiet and handling stable just that engine pick up abit not as responsive but the exterior and interior design make up for the engine weak performance but also maybe because I'm on comfort mode(this car got sport mode but never really try whack it). Overall really love this car so immediately booked a unit.

Was deciding between the Ex or Sx trim but in the end go with the SX because of the 6 airbag, higher omv, electric seat and wireless charging.

What I like
Exterior design
Interior design
8" headunit
Led Headlight and taillight
Most of it

What I do not like
Pick up abit sluggish and left hand side signal only.

Review
It is considered one of the most stylish cars on the road. The initial pickup is not ideal and need a little rev on the engine to help push the car during acceleration. Overtaking car can be challenging sometimes due to the slow acceleration, so need to be cautious. Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connection for phone and also hands free speaker on the roof are good in car features. The boot is pretty spacious for family with young kids to store all the stuff during outings. Aircon vent at the back is wonderful to cool the air for backseat passengers, especially during hot days too. Overall quite a comfy budget family sedan car to own.

Review
It is considered one of the most stylish cars on the road. The initial pickup is not ideal and need a little rev on the engine to help push the car during acceleration. Overtaking car can be challenging sometimes due to the slow acceleration, so need to be cautious. Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connection for phone and also hands free speaker on the roof are good in car features. The boot is pretty spacious for family with young kids to store all the stuff during outings. Aircon vent at the back is wonderful to cool the air for backseat passengers, especially during hot days too. Overall quite a comfy budget family sedan car to own.

Review
I have driven my SX Cerato nearly 2.5 months.
Totally no regret to purchase this car.
Even though the fuel consumption is higher than my last YR2014 Altis.
It is somewhere around 12.5km/l (70% Highway)
In term of road holding, it very much better than my last Atlis.
When I pick my children from school, my children will feel asleep in the car.

What I like
Road Holding
Workmanship is better than Altis
Very Spacious
Good pricing

What I do not like
No blind spot detector
No built in navigation or GPSS

Review
As part of a car hunt, I and a group of car enthusiasts went down to the Ubi Kia showroom. A bit of background info, we all are owners of the 2008 registered Audi S5. Since our cars would be expiring soon, we decided to go on a car hunt across the island at different brands. Some of the cars we went to see were the Kia Cerato, Kia Stinger, Kia Carens, Kia Niro, Nissan GT-R, Toyota Vellfire, Toyota Alphard,Mazda 6, Mazda CX9 as well as the Audi SQ5. So we see here the amount of competition the Kia Cerato faced. Although none of us booked the KIA Cerato, I must say the quality of Kia and the design of KIA has improved tremendously sinced the times when i was a child. I personally went for the Audi SQ5 for the power, build quality and size while the rest went for the Kia Stinger, Mazda 6, Mazda CX9 and some went for the Toyota Vellfire. The following that i would be writing would be written in a Continental car driver perspective.

What I like
Design of the car
The car definitely looks much better than its predecessor. This car has more sporty lines flowing through the car as well as nicer looking front grilles, headlights as well as interiors. This car looks pretty similar to the Kia Stinger. This is just like a smaller edition of the Kia stinger. This car incorporates Audi style headlamps, tail lamps and the interior. First impression was really good.
Sporty look of the car
This car comes with the sporty yet elegant lines that a sports car should have. Because of the lines streaming, this car looks more sporty than the previous models.
Features
This car comes with the ventilated seats. This helps especially duuring hot days. During sunny days, our cars can get hot and sometimes the heat of our chairs get unbearable hence the Ventilated seat is really a saviour. It can cool down the seat much faster and maintain the seats coolness. This car also comes with wireless charging which is what my previous car the S5 does not provide. This means that when I charge my handphone, I would not need to connect it to a wire. When there is an absence of wires, this means that the car can look neater and more organised. As an OCD person, this is a feature that I appreciate greatly.

What I do not like
Although the car looks continental inside out, the car does not feel this way. Plastics dominate the car. The door handles feel of cheap quality plastic. This car looks continental but definitely does not drive like one. This car does not have the comfort and pickup of a conti car. This car is also of a Korean quality. Kia has a track record of cars having problems into the 7th year. This makes me question the reliability of this car.

Other than this, this car generally has no other big issues to me. This car is still a good car though as I wrote this in a Conti car guy perspective. If you are looking to upgrade from a Picanto or the old cerato than this is the car to buy.

Review
Test driven the new Cerato EX version during the launch, the new design of both the exterior and interior look pleasing to the eyes. This is especially for the interior straight line design and round air-conditioning vents. The engine was smooth and the drive felt comfortable and quiet. Handling around corners feels stable and easy. Downside is there is lack of engine power and no safety features like lane assist, forward collision warning, etc.

What I like
Design
Comfort
Handling

What I do not like
Engine Power
Lack of safety features

Review
A concise review from me:

Test-drove and, overall, did not disappoint in view of its respective price tags.

Love the exterior styling though front- and rear-bumpers could be built less rugged-looking in order to better mesh with chassis contours. Creativity for signal lights @ Bumpers. Interior design and features wise, no major qualms. In particular, contrary to some, I welcome the stand-up touch-screen.

The drive was decently up to expectations. Acceleration can be better due to engine reuse from predecessor. Reliability, no comments till prolonged usage.

Booked a unit after test-drive.

What I like
Most of what it is.

What I do not like
Acceleration and engine refinement.

Review
Test drove the new Kia Cerato 4th generation car (SX model) and it feels superb! Very light steering wheel, comfort electric seats and the infotainment is fantastic.

Interior design in the front seat is modern and yet functional to driver with large 8 inch infotainment screen. Multi-zone aircon with rear aircon.

In the backseat, more than enough legroom though the headroom is much lesser so might be a problem for people around 175cm and above. Rear aircon to cool down the backseats.

And the car boot...Omg. HUGE! I was wondering how am i ever going to fill the boot up! Too bad it doesnt have electric tailgate (auto open all the way and auto close button not available).

The drive is smooth and relative more quiet than my current KIA forte first generation and Renault Megane. However, the acceleration power remains slow even if you step in all the way. I have been driving a few different KIAs in my life (KIA Cerato Forte 2009, Forte 2010, KIA Rio, KIA Carens), i would safely say their cars generally have not much problems. No major parts changed in my years of driving.

What I like
8 inch infotainment system
Driver electric seat
Modern Exterior
Multizone Aircon
Rear Aircon
Large Boot

What I do not like
Acceleration is dull
Lack of electric tailgate
Lack of electronic parking button (now still a handbrake)

Review
Test drive SX model last weekend. Pick up is surprisely better than the predecessor. Exterior and interior had improve its 8" Display unit. However, lack of navigation is a minus for the size of the display unit. Rear fog light is redundant in Singapore context. Overall, it's a comfort drive. Hopefully the next Cerato will come with navi and improve even better in every aspect. Keep up the good work KIA.

What I like
Almost everything.

What I do not like
The KIA..Maybe just change to 'K' in future to represent its logo.