2003-2008 Cerato OverviewKia Cerato Overview (2003 - 2008)
2003 - 2008
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 129 mph
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- 9.0 - 11.5 seconds
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- 101 - 141 BHP
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- 37.7 - 57.6 mpg
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- 1,275 - 1,399 kg
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- 228 - 1,046 L
The Kia Cerato was produced by the Korean manufacturer Kia between 2003 - 2008. It's a front engined front-wheel drive Hatchback. There are four power levels available from either a 1.5 L Inline 4 Turbo diesel engine or 1.6 L Inline 4 petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Cerato is the Kia Cerato 2.0 CVVT which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 141 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 106 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 129 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Kia Cerato 1.5 CRDi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 696 miles and can store 228-1,046 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,400 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
