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    2023 Kia Cerato

    The 2023 Kia Cerato is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $25,990 for the S variant and topping out at $36,090 for the GT variant.

    There are 6 variants of the Cerato available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-2021.

    The 2023 Cerato was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Cerato include 1.6 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (150kW/265Nm) and 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder (112kW/192Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $25,990 - $36,090
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback or Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    Retail Price
    $25,990 - $36,090
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 7-speed Auto (DCT)
    Driven Wheels
    Front
    Fuel Type
    Unleaded
    Body Types
    Hatchback or Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2023 Kia Cerato

    Available Variants

    The Kia Cerato comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S and the most expensive being GT.

    2023 Kia Cerato

    Reviews

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    Pros

    • Refined ride, handling
    • Class-leading boot space
    • Seven-year warranty

    Cons

    • Price hikes
    • Sensitive safety systems
    • Dated interior
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    2023 Kia Cerato

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    How does the 2023 Kia Cerato compare?

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    Power to Weight
    80.58 - 106.01 kW/t
    46.48 kW/t
    164.45 kW/t
    Boot Space
    428 - 502 litres
    208 litres
    502 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.8 - 7.4 L/100km
    3.9 L/100km
    8.9 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    676 - 735 km
    528 km
    1,103 km
    Price
    $25,990 - $36,090
    $24,000
    $77,800
    Warranty (Years)
    7 years
    5 years
    10 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    150,000 km
    Unlimited
    Service Interval
    12 months
    6 months
    12 months

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    1,770 - 1,850 kg
    1,699 kg
    2,068 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    1,100 kg
    500 kg
    1,600 kg
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    135 - 150 mm
    101 mm
    165 mm
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    2023 Kia Cerato

    Historical Information

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    2023 Kia Cerato

    Dimensions

    4,510 mm
    1,800 mm
    1,445 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,510 mm
    Overall Width1,800 mm
    Overall Height1,445 mm
    Wheelbase2,700 mm
    Turning Circle10,600 mm
    Load Capacity410 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    Kia Cerato

    Sales Data

    202415,502Total Sales
    20251,094Total Sales
    20260YTD Sales

    Kia Cerato Sales rolling 12-months#

    *Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    2023 Kia Cerato

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Cerato is the S variant that starts from $25,990.

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    The most expensive Kia Cerato is the GT variant that starts from $36,090.

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    The best towing capacity of a Kia Cerato is 1100 kg shared by all variants.

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    The largest Kia Cerato is the S variant which measures 1800mm wide, 4640mm in length and sits 1440mm tall.

    The most powerful Kia Cerato is the GT variant which has 150kW of power and 265nm of torque.

    The Kia Cerato is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Kia Cerato is the GT variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1850 kg.

    The Kia Cerato uses Unleaded Petrol.

    # Based on VFACTS and EVC data

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    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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