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|Image = [[Image:Kia Rondo.jpg|300px]] | |||
| | |Marque = [[Kia]] | ||
| | |aka = '''Type aka here, not up there''' | ||
| | |Production = 2007-present | ||
|Class = Crossover MPV | |||
|Body Style = 5-door, 5-seat MPV | |||
|Length = 179 in | |||
| | |Width = 71 in | ||
|Height = 65 in | |||
| | |Wheelbase = 106 in | ||
|Weight = 3333 lb (5 seats, I4)<br>3399 lb (7 seats, I4)<br>3443 lb (5 seats, V6)<BR>3511 lb (7 seats, V6) | |||
|Transmission = 4-speed automatic ('''I4''')<br>5-speed automatic ('''V6''') | |||
|Engine = 2.4 litre [[Inline-4]]<br>2.7 litre [[V6]] | |||
| | |Power = '''I4:'''<br>162 hp @ 5800 rpm<br>164 lb-ft. @ 4250 rpm<br>'''V6:'''<br>182 hp @ 6000 rpm<br>182 lb-ft. @ 4000 rpm | ||
|Similar = '''similar (competition)''' | |||
|Designer = '''Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort)''' | |||
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As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows: | As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows: | ||
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===Engine and Transmission=== | |||
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'''MPG''' | ===Performance=== | ||
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===Reliability=== | ===Reliability=== | ||
*'''RECALL ALERT:''' On September 24, 2008, Kia issued a recall alert affecting 7,000 2008-'09 Rondo EX and LX equipped with the 2.4 litre four cylinder engine due to a fuel pump issue that could lead to fuel starvation and possible crash. Both Kia and the NHTSA urge owners take their cars to the nearest dealer or to call Kia at 800-333-4542. [http://www.autoblog.com/2008/09/24/kia-rondo-recalled-for-fuel-pump-issue/] | |||
===Safety=== | ===Safety=== | ||
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* [[Toyota Matrix|Toyota Matrix XRS]] | * [[Toyota Matrix|Toyota Matrix XRS]] | ||
==Hybrid Models== | |||
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==Unique Attributes== | |||
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== | ==Interior== | ||
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==Criticisms== | ==Criticisms== | ||
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==Generations== | |||
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==Current Generation: (2007–present)== | |||
==Worldwide== | ==Worldwide== | ||
[[Image:Kia Carens.jpg|right|thumb| | [[Image:Kia Carens.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The Kia Carens.]] | ||
The Kia Rondo has been marketed in Europe under a different name since 1999. Known in Europe as the Carens it took 7 years for Kia to bring their offering in the [[Compact MPV]] segment stateside. The Carens/Rondo is identified here instead as a crossover vehicle (A cross between a car, van, wagon whatever suits you). | The Kia Rondo has been marketed in Europe under a different name since 1999. Known in Europe as the Carens it took 7 years for Kia to bring their offering in the [[Compact MPV]] segment stateside. The Carens/Rondo is identified here instead as a crossover vehicle (A cross between a car, van, wagon whatever suits you). | ||
In Australia, the Rondo came with a 2.0 litre engine. The Rondo7 comes with Electronic Stability Control, ABS brakes with EBD, 7 seats and CD player with iPod compatiblity and costs $24,990 AUD. | |||
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==Design quirks and oddities== | ==Design quirks and oddities== | ||
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section. | |||
==Awards== | ==Awards== | ||
* 2008 '''Drive''' ''Car Of The Year - best people mover'' | |||
==See Also== | |||
{{Kia}} | |||
== | ==External Links== | ||
*[http://www.kia.com/rondo/index.php Kia America Official Kia Rondo Website] | |||
[[Category:Pages with the First Anniversary Infobox Upgrade]] | |||
Latest revision as of 07:00, 28 August 2010
Kia Rondo | |
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Kia | |
aka | Type aka here, not up there |
Production | 2007-present |
Class | Crossover MPV |
Body Style | 5-door, 5-seat MPV |
Length | 179 in |
Width | 71 in |
Height | 65 in |
Wheelbase | 106 in |
Weight | 3333 lb (5 seats, I4) 3399 lb (7 seats, I4) 3443 lb (5 seats, V6) 3511 lb (7 seats, V6) |
Transmission | 4-speed automatic (I4) 5-speed automatic (V6) |
Engine | 2.4 litre Inline-4 2.7 litre V6 |
Power | I4: 162 hp @ 5800 rpm 164 lb-ft. @ 4250 rpm V6: 182 hp @ 6000 rpm 182 lb-ft. @ 4000 rpm |
Similar | similar (competition) |
Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
Use the following MODEL TEMPLATE as the foundation for the Wikicars' Model page:
Start off with a brief Introduction to the particular MODEL. Please DO NOT use the same Introduction text from the <MODEL> Review page, but rather paraphrase ideas relevant to grasp an overall scope of the vehicle.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Kia Rondo Review.
Recent Changes
Mention any minor facelifts or major changes made to the vehicle here.
Styles and Major Options
Certain vehicles come in different trim levels or body styles. Features and major options should be mentioned here.
Pricing
Add more fields as necessary.
MODEL Trims | |||
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Trim1 | Trim2 | Trim3 | Trim4 |
MSRP | |||
$Price1 | $Price2 | $Price3 | $Price4 |
Invoice | |||
$Price1 | $Price2 | $Price3 | $Price4 |
Gas Mileage
Add more fields as necessary.
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
Trim | |||
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Trim1 | Trim2 | Trim3 | Trim4 |
MPG | |||
c/h | c/h | c/h | c/h |
Engine and Transmission
Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section.
Performance
Please make sure to write information of the vehicle's performance in a third-person point of view. This section should include information about the car's acceleration figures, handling, braking, etc.
If using information gathered from Road Test articles from a reputable automotive source, then please make sure to cite the quote.
Reliability
- RECALL ALERT: On September 24, 2008, Kia issued a recall alert affecting 7,000 2008-'09 Rondo EX and LX equipped with the 2.4 litre four cylinder engine due to a fuel pump issue that could lead to fuel starvation and possible crash. Both Kia and the NHTSA urge owners take their cars to the nearest dealer or to call Kia at 800-333-4542. [1]
Safety
Safety features on the Rondo include:
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat mounted airbags
- Side Curtain airbags
- Electronic Stability Control
- Four-wheel disc braks
- Anti-lock brakes
Photos
Colors
Exterior Colors
- Black Cherry
- Clear White
- Fine Silver
- Light Almond Beige
- Urban Grey
- Velvet Blue
- Volcanic Red
Interior Colors
- Beige
- Grey
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
If there are hybrid versions of this vehicle manufactured, then please elaborate a little bit on it here.
Unique Attributes
If there are any features of this vehicle that sets it apart from other vehicles in its class, then mention those unique attributes here.
Interior
This section should include information on the interior's design, build quality, ergonomics, space (head and legroom, front and rear), features, stowage compartments and overall comfortability and livability. Add pictures wherever applicable and keep information in a third-person point of view.
Resale Values
Add more fields as necessary.
<MODEL> Year | |||
---|---|---|---|
Year X | Year X-2 | Year X-3 | Year X-4 |
Resale Value | |||
$ | $ | $ | $ |
Criticisms
Please make sure to keep critiques in a third-person point of view. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then please make sure to cite the quote.
Generations
Fill in as many as appropriate. Add more if necessary and pictures wherever applicable.
Please make sure NOT to use copyrighted pictures.
Current Generation: (2007–present)
Worldwide
The Kia Rondo has been marketed in Europe under a different name since 1999. Known in Europe as the Carens it took 7 years for Kia to bring their offering in the Compact MPV segment stateside. The Carens/Rondo is identified here instead as a crossover vehicle (A cross between a car, van, wagon whatever suits you).
In Australia, the Rondo came with a 2.0 litre engine. The Rondo7 comes with Electronic Stability Control, ABS brakes with EBD, 7 seats and CD player with iPod compatiblity and costs $24,990 AUD.
Design quirks and oddities
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the vehicle in this section.
Awards
- 2008 Drive Car Of The Year - best people mover
See Also