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Kia Cerato Problems

Are you having problems with your Kia Cerato? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Kia Cerato issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Kia Cerato in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Kia Cerato 2013: Trade in price

The trade-in valuation you are likely to get is between $5500 and $10,500, depending on the model, condition, and odometer reading. There are no rules to say how much more you might get if you were to buy three cars.

Volkswagen Golf 2010: What's a good replacement car?

The Mazda3 and Holden Astra are both good alternative choices, but you could also consider a Toyota Corolla or Kia Rio or Cerato.

Which hatchback should I buy?

The best times to buy are usually the end of the financial year, or at model run-out times, that's when the specials are on. The CVT and dual-clutch autos are both still unknowns in terms of long-term reliability, but either should be ok over the five years you plan to keep the car. Any of the cars you list, and the list is a long one, would be ok. It really comes down to what you like.

Kia Cerato 2016: Terrible road noise

Tyres are the usual cause of high road noise, it’s usually worse in a hatch than a sedan. If changing tyres didn’t help, you could try using noise insulation material on the inside, on the floor and on the inner guard.

Kia Cerato 2018: Faint red specks on white paint

I doubt that it is intentional, particularly as they’ve offered to try and buff it out for you.

Loud tappet noise after servicing

The tappets are not adjustable, and it’s not normal that they are noisy. It’s hard to know what has happened as a result of it standing for so long. Have a mechanic check the tappets.

How do I get Kia to renegotiate a car's warranty?

It’s an unusual situation, so I would try to negotiate with Kia and appeal to their good will to adjust the warranty for you.

Kia Cerato 2014: Central locking problems

We contacted Kia seeking advice and were told: “This was not a known issue. Intermittent issues are the hardest to find but the fact that there is a video will certainly help. Our tech guys think that it sounds like it could be the driver’s door actuator or the lock assembly if it is only occurring on the driver’s door. If all of the doors are unlocking when the door lock switch is activated then it could be a switch assembly.” The people at Kia would like to see your video, and get your contact details along with the car’s VIN. If you could do that they have said they would work with the dealer to resolve the problem.

Kia Cerato 2017: Has there been any recalls?

The Kia Cerato is not affected by the Takata airbag recall. I can’t say why your VIN number was rejected. Contact Kia to check.

Kia Cerato 2018: Can you get AEB?

It’s not available on the current car. You have to wait for the new model, which launches in a couple of months.

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