Overview & Reviews

For 2009, the Kia Rondo receives a power boost for both its available engines, with the four-cylinder seeing a fuel economy increase as well. Both trim levels can also now be had with either engine. Satellite radio and roof rails are now standard, while a navigation system and an iPod connector make their debut on the options list. Standard content within both the LX and EX trims has also been altered.

• Lots of features for a low price, choice of four- or six-cylinder power, simple interior controls, comfy seats, excellent visibility, optional third row, lengthy warranty.

• Lacks pizzazz, so-so fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  What a bargan! - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By BSmith - October 29 - 11:53 am

  Overall, this is one of the best cars you can get for the money. Pros: Has more than enough interior space. Excellent visibility for driver. Safety features. Has all the features of a more expensive car. Long warranty. Build quality. Low price. Cons: Suspension and steering are very soft. Fuel economy is poor. Interior is mostly hard plastic. Seats are covered in low quality cloth. Radio sounds cheap. Tires are cheap. Has plastic wheel covers. Wind noise is excessive. However, the cons are easy to live with and are mitigated by the Rondos low price. If you can, get the 6 cyl. The 4 cyl is low on power, especially when passing on the highway

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  good car - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By godesshay - December 11 - 12:54 pm

  I bought this car with 41,000 on it.i love how it handles it has lots of room its comfortable on long trips it fits 7 people with no problem with the 3rd row its a very quiet ride.i like the car it is built well to be a kia i was unsure about it before i bought it,but now it has impressed me :) it fits my family its good on long trips

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  Great Vehicle, Great Value - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By Dave - June 24 - 8:13 pm

  Purchased used with 12,400 miles. I was looking for a more comfortable vehicle for trips that could haul larger items when necessary - but it needed to also be economical. The Rondo delivers on all counts, and its even fun to drive! Comfortable, smooth ride, good brakes, interior looks good, lots of room and yet it is a fairly compact vehicle. 24-27 mpg on the first few tanks, nearly all highway miles (hoping for better than this.) Lots of storage cubbyholes. Im impressed with the features for the money (ABS, stability control, traction control, etc.) and surprised that more people havent discovered the Rondo. Its not a sports car but it does what it does very well.

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  Would make a few minor changes. - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By LucidAnn - November 3 - 7:20 pm

  I gave up a SUV with lots of bells and whistles for this car. We wanted 3rd row seating, to use occasionally, but we didnt want a large van or gas hog. I may have some complaints about this car but it is mostly because I am comparing to my previous vehicle.

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  Pretty Nice for the Price - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By LB - November 25 - 1:26 pm

  I purchased as a 1 yr old used car from a rental sales place. This vehicle was used but in like/new condition. I really like it. It handles well and seems very soundly built. I was very surprised because Kia was the worst on my list last time I purchased a car.