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Kia Carens (2006-) Review

Category: Compact MPV 3.5 out of 5

Summary of the Kia Carens (2006-)

Price Range: £11,495 to £16,495

Assets

Useful space with five or seven seats, good ride quality, strong diesel engine, improved quality.

Drawbacks

Weak petrol engine, plastics could be better, lifeless steering.

Verdict

Practical and sensible family transport; no more, no less.

Kia Carens Review

Used Value3.5 out of 5

Come resale time, residual experts forecast retained values between 41-44%, with a 2.0 CRDI GS 7-seat returning up to 44% of its original worth three years or 60,000 miles down the line, compared with 42% for a Vauxhall Zafira 1.9 CDTI Club.

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