KIA CERATO FROM $27,060

Kia’s Cerato hatch range opens with the 112kW/192Nm 2.0-litre petrol S, with a six-speed auto, priced at $27,060. Sport is $29,160 and Sport+ is $32,210. The 150kW/265Nm 1.6-litre turbo/seven-speed dual clutch automatic GT i $36,860. Cerato sedan is available in the same models grades at the same prices. The 2.0-litre engine is a strong, willing device that returns good economy on regular unleaded, and is a neat fit with the automatic. Kia’s suspension is tailored for our rough roads, so it’s pretty firm. The Cerato is a classy, comfortable piece inside, albeit rather dark and understated in its attempt to mimic a Euro. Autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist and parking sensors are standard. Blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and other safety tech is a $1000 option on S…

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