Best Kia Cars to Buy in Australia

Kia Australia makes a huge range of exciting cars for everyday use with over 10 models currently available on the market here in Oz. With that in mind, we’ve chosen our favourite 5 to give you an in-depth look at these fantastic driving machines.

The Picanto is the baby of the Kia range coming in with an in-line 4cyl engine that outputs 62Kw of power. It comes in 4 different variants ranging from the “S” to the “GT” there’s a badge that will suit your budget and style.

The Picanto’s main features include:

• Combined fuel consumption of 6.3l
• Sports tuned suspension and steering (GT only)
• Reverse parking sensors with rear view camera
• Dusk sensing headlights
• Imobiliser and alarm
• Remote central locking with keyless entry

For a small package that packs a punch, the Kia Picanto cannot be missed on your small car shopping list. Stylish and compact it’s perfect for city driving and parking in those hard to find spots.

Our next in line is the Kia Rio. Slightly larger than the Picanto it still packs a lot into a small car. With a maximum output of 88Kw in the GT-Line and combined fuel consumption as little as 5.6l/100km, you’ll go far in this compact car.

Packed with features the Rio offers:

• Manual, Automatic or 7-speed DCT transmissions
• Up to 17” alloy wheels
• Hill-start assist, ABS and electronic stability control
• Electric mirrors
• Airbags all-round
• 7” touch screen
• Rear lip spoiler

If you’re looking for a car that’s poised for the drive you can’t look at the Kia Rio. With iPod compatibility and 6 speakers, you’ll never drive boring again.