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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  Great Car/Crossover - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By Thelma - August 9 - 4:50 am

  I wanted a bigger car than what I had, but not to big, as I need to lift my Kayaks on the roof, I tried a few different cars, and found the Rondo to be just what I wanted, it looks good and its fun to drive, all the dials and such are easy to reach/use. Its just a cute great car....

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  Poor gas mileage - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By jerry - December 13 - 10:00 am

  it only gets about 20 miles to the gallon on the highway. And in one year it has a trade in value of $9400.00 I paid $19,000

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  Kia Rondo - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By Boyde Wheeler - February 19 - 7:30 pm

  When driving there is cold air coming through the door handles-buttons- speakers or any place like that. Also the doors are cold to the touch.

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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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  I dont think you can do better f - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By Sloppy - November 23 - 1:26 am

  Bought it new,now has 20k km. this is an 09 EX 5 seater 2.4l. No other car offers ABS, ESC,traction control and 4 wheel discs, heated seats, mirrors and a WIPER de-icer! in this class or for the money. The four cylinder engine is smooth and you can barely hear it at idle. I dont understand people complaining about a lack of power. Top of second gear is over 60 mph, how much freeway merging power do you need? Build quality is second to none in my opinion. Quiet inside, very roomy, standard 6 speaker stereo is excellent, with Bluetooth and a USB port as well. Steering wheel mounted audio and cruise controls. Nicely weighted steering. Very smooth to drive. There is very little not too like

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  rental - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By majajh - September 30 - 8:13 am

  Good little car I rented. Only problem is wind noise, and struggles in mountainous areas.

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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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  The worst drive ever - 2009 Kia Rondo
  By Troy - November 16 - 11:20 am

  I do not know what to say. The car has the worst seats of any car I have driven, the visibility is not the best, the transmission shift like a 1980 Chevy Citation with 100k on it. The 4speed auto is so outdated. I have this as a long term rental.