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Kia Carens2006-2019 // 1 gen // reliability: 0.85
Common issues: Shock absorbers, Brake discs, Ball joints
Kia CEED2006-2018 // 2 gens // reliability: 0.89
Common issues: Exhaust system, Brake discs, Ball joints
Kia Picanto2004-2017 // 2 gens // reliability: 0.90
Common issues: Brake lines, Coil springs, Exhaust system
Kia RIO2011-2025 // 2 gens // reliability: 0.89
Common issues: Clutch assembly, Injectors, Brake discs
Kia Sedona1999-2014 // 1 gen // reliability: 0.85
Common issues: Brake lines, Coil springs, Ball joints
Kia Sorento2002-2025 // 1 gen // reliability: 0.85
Common issues: Brake lines, Ball joints, Brake pads
Kia Sportage2005-2021 // 3 gens // reliability: 0.87
Common issues: Brake lines, Suspension arms, Coil springs
┌─ Reliability Overview ────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
Kia has an average reliability factor of 0.87 across 14 models in our database. This is below average — expect more frequent repairs than the typical UK car.
Reliability factor is based on MOT failure rates, component longevity, and repair frequency. A score above 1.0 means fewer failures than average. Below 0.85 means higher than average repair risk.
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