2001 Kia Carens LX review from Singapore
"A comfortable car if we drive normally and do not push the car too hard"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water leakage and spare wheel was submerged in a 1/4 inch of water when I first received the car. Carpet damp and corrosion evident in a few areas.
After 6400 km the auto-gear box makes a throbbing noise when in gear and idling at a traffic stop. Switch to neutral and the noise goes away.
General comments?
A bit under power when starting from a standstill, or when accelerating from 20 km to 45km.
Poor pre-delivery inspection and issue resolution, with the agent being slow.
Gearbox is not lasting.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1992 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 56 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 6400 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 30th August, 2001 |