Pros Commodious cabin, even the base model is nicely equipped, top trims offer near-luxury environs.
Cons Restrained handling, not as fuel efficient as four-cylinder rivals, driver assists are sometimes intrusive
Pros Plush ride and well-shaped seats offer all-day comfort Spacious interior for large families Lots of standard tech and safety features for the money Driver assistance features work well and are easy to use
Cons Less small-item storage in cabin than some competitors Slightly jerky acceleration under full acceleration
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
