Kia has finally joined the booming city-SUV class.
Pros Modern design Perky economical engine Runs on regular unleaded Long list of standard equipment Roomy boot Seven-year warranty
Cons Service intervals are short at 10,000km Service costs a touch on the high side Rear camera is fuzzy at night Lacks rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone warning
Pros Easy to drive Reassuring seven-year warranty Colourful personalisation options
Cons Cramped back seats Rather noisy at speed Cabin feels cheap in places
PROS It's a great-looking little thing Well-sorted steering and handling Seven-year warranty wth no strings attached
CONS Gets a bit rowdy on coarse roads Cheap and reflective dash plastic $5000 hike over related Rio GT-Line
Pros Looks and feels more expensive than it is. Quiet and relaxing to drive
Cons The battery eats into rear space. Safety kit should be standard
Pros Quiet on the move Decently roomy cabin Brilliant infotainment
Cons Compromised boot space Rear seat uncomfortable Range isn't as good as hoped
Pros Great on-board tech Premium feel Decent range
Cons Smaller boot than GLA Not particularly quick Rivals have better charging capability