KIA Ceed is compact car, designed to conquer city roads. Ceed II generation combines functionality, practicality and dynamic design with sporting ambitions. Such a car will attract attention in city traffic. Maneuverable, obedient, high-tech - KIA Ceed is ready for everyday tasks.

The first generation of cars has been produced since 2006. The second generation of machines saw the light in 2012. Updated car received an improved appearance and a number of technical innovations.

Ceed 2017–2018 model year available in three body styles: 3- or 5-door hatchback, as well as station wagon, which has become an excellent family car thanks to the spacious interior and spacious trunk.

Specifications Kia Sid

The hatchback has compact dimensions: length - 4310 mm, width - 1780 mm, height - 1470 mm, wheelbase- 2650 mm. The station wagon is slightly larger: the length is 4505 mm, the height is 1485 mm. Thanks to such dimensions, the car feels confident on any surface, easily maneuvers in a modern metropolis and has a spacious interior.

The clearance of models is standard for city cars - 150 mm. You can easily overcome small curbs and potholes.

The hatchback trunk is a 380-liter compartment that will fit not only shopping bags, but also a baby stroller. The trunk volume of the station wagon is 528 liters. This figure increases significantly if you fold the rear row seats. You will be able to transport even long loads.

Models are equipped with two types of gasoline engines:

• 1.4-liter 100-horsepower engines;
• 1.6-liter units with 129, 130 or 135 hp.

1.4-liter engines are paired with 6-band mechanics, and 1.6-liter power plants operate together with a mechanical (6 speed) and automatic (6 speed) transmission or a 6-speed “robot”.

All cars in model range- front wheel drive.

Cars show excellent dynamics. Max Speed auto, depending on the type of engine, is 182–195 km / h. Acceleration to 100 km / h is carried out in 10.5–12.8 s.

Fuel consumption when driving in a combined cycle - from 6.1 to 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers.

A car equipped with a 1.6-liter 135-horsepower engine takes part in the test drive of KIA Seed.

Complete set

The model is available for sale in several equipment options: classic, Comfort, luxury, Prestige, Premium. Description of Ceed configurations and car prices →

Basic version classic offers curtains and airbags, ABS systems and ESS, immobilizer, Bluetooth, allowing you to connect a smartphone, central locking with DU. In the trunk of the car there is a curtain made of dirt-repellent fabric. The multifunctional steering wheel allows you to control your phone and radio, as well as on-board computer. The steering column is adjustable for reach and height. Power windows are installed front and rear. In the dark, the Escort option will come in handy: when the locks are closed, the headlights will burn for a few more seconds.

Top modification Premium pleases with heated front seats, steering wheel, windshield and rear-view mirrors, instrument Supervision panel. Installed in KIA Ceed additional heater interior and provides the option of turning light, automatic door locking when driving, climate and cruise control. System active safety represented by ESC, BAS, VSM, HAC, RCTA. In winter, a windshield defogging system will be useful.

The saloon mirror can be dimmed in automatic mode, and the windows rear doors toned. good mood on the way, an audio system equipped with a 4.3-inch LCD screen will provide.

The panoramic roof will turn any trip into an exciting adventure.

The gear selector knob and steering wheel are decorated with leather, and the mirror housings are made to match the body.

The sporty character of the car is emphasized by a number of details: aluminum pedals, gearshift paddles, sports seats, red stitching trim.

Exterior and design

As a result of restyling, the car has undergone several changes: the car has become longer, front bumper- more massive, radiator grille - larger.

It is impossible not to pay attention to the improved head optics. The headlights have acquired a more elongated shape, which makes the look of the car predatory and at the same time refined. They are equipped with LED lights - this emphasizes the expressiveness of the optics. The car looks masculine and serious thanks to grille with chrome edging, similar to the mouth of a tiger.

The rear of the car has become more solid and expressive. This effect was achieved by installing an athletic bumper and stylish almond-shaped optics.

Dynamic lines on the bonnet enhance the car's aerodynamics and emphasize its sporty character – as do the wedge-shaped bodywork and sloping rooflines.

KIA Ceed is presented in 11 colors. You can opt for classic black and silver, or go for a bold tone like red and bronze.

Interior and comfort

The interior space of the cabin is decorated in a modern style. The dashboard is ergonomic and uses high quality hard plastic.

Control devices are at a comfortable eye level. Wheel- multifunctional. You can easily control the radio, trip computer, phone and climate control without taking your eyes off the road.

In some trim levels KIA Ceed trim used chrome and glossy black inserts that make the interior more solid and elegant.

The chairs are characterized by a comfortable fit and high-quality lateral support. A wide range of adjustments will allow the driver of any build to feel as comfortable as possible while driving a car.

Three passengers can easily sit in the back.

rear seats fold and form a flat floor, and in the underground of the trunk there is a stowaway and a set of tools. A punctured tire won't force you to change your plans!

Security

Numerous tests show that KIA Ceed is fully prepared for any situations on the road:

• The Lane Departure Warning System will ensure that the vehicle stays in the selected lane. This is a significant help in case the driver is tired or distracted. If the car has left the specified trajectory, LDWS will inform you with a sound and light signal. The system is active at speeds over 60 km/h.
• Management Assistant high beam(HBA) will automatically switch the light from high beam to low beam.
• The blind spot monitoring system will warn the driver that there is vehicle. BSD is especially useful when rebuilding.
• RCTA will help you get out of the parking pocket in reverse: make a maneuver, and entrust the monitoring of moving cars to the system. If it detects a moving object (pedestrian, car), it will give you a light signal.

According to the results of Euro NCAP crash tests, the car received 5 stars.

Test drive results

In the KIA Ceed review, we saw how specialists official dealer FAVORIT MOTORS conducted a test drive of the car in real road conditions. Experts highlighted several key points:

• Thanks to the improved suspension, the car gently overcomes hatches and artificial bumps. Rear suspension models - independent multi-link: the car will not skid on a turn even at high speeds.
• Front and rear brakes ventilated, thanks to which the car will effectively slow down even on slippery surfaces.
• Transfers robotic transmission switch smoothly.
• You can choose the most convenient steering wheel control mode - "Sport", "Normal", "Comfort".
• A high-quality overview allows you to feel confident when changing lanes.
• Noise isolation at a high level. When moving, you can easily communicate with the interlocutor.

Modern catchy design spacious salon, abundance innovative technologies, economical and powerful motors– it is no coincidence that in many European countries, KIA Ceed was recognized as the best family car and car of the year.

You can get acquainted with the detailed technical characteristics and photos of the model on the official website of the dealer.

Occasion:meeting the new generation hatchback Kia Ceed.

Scene: Spanish Malaga and its environs.

Impression: the appearance of the newcomer did not come as a surprise to me, after all. However, in the spring there was little information on technology, but now all the cards are revealed.

The car has become more technological and progressive. There are more high-strength steels in its body, and the share of galvanized metal has been increased from 67.8 to 79.8%. For the sake of better sound insulation, Ceed received additional sound-absorbing elements on the floor, wheel arches and engine shield - the cabin has become noticeably quieter in all driving modes.

Everything in Europe petrol modifications- turbocharged. For Russia, fortunately, the good old aspirated. The base 1.4-liter unit was not brought to the test. Well, okay - all the same, its share in the total range of sales did not exceed ten percent.

But the fact that there was no 1.6-liter 128-horsepower modification on the test was puzzling - after all, it accounts for the lion's share of demand. The organizers brought to Malaga only top versions, equipped with a new 1.4-liter 140-horsepower turbo engine for the model. In conjunction with it, a 7-speed robotic gearbox with two clutches works (the traditional automatic is supposed to be aspirated). There are no complaints about the engine: confident traction, pleasant sound. But the robot puzzled with its obstinacy - sometimes it shifts gears at random and with noticeable jerks.

Handling is good. The old Ceed also handled the curve well, but it lacked reactive power on the steering wheel. Now the steering wheel is saturated with feedback, you always feel what is happening with the wheels.

The dynamics are solid, but most of all I was impressed by the driving comfort. If old car(including us) for unimportant smoothness, now there are no complaints about this part of Sid. Those road bumps that occasionally met on the route, the suspension swallowed with a bang. We hope and Russian roads she will show herself in all her glory.

Outlook: new Kia Ceed good luck! A fundamentally new level of comfort and controllability, modern electronics, an impressive number of modifications and relatively affordable prices- he has a good chance to continue to be the most popular model in the class.

Car on a test drive "Autodel":
Engine: gasoline 1.6 l (DOHC CVVT GDI), 135 hp, EURO5.
Transmission: DCT.
Dimensions (LxWxH, mm): 4505x1780x1485
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
Ground clearance (mm): 150
Test car price: Prestige equipment from 1 114 900.
Vehicle production: Avtotor (Kaliningrad region).
Vehicle Warranty: 5 years or 150 thousand km
Interservice mileage: 15,000 km.

Despite the practicality, "station wagons" in Russia are not in the greatest demand. A lot of people just don't like it. appearance. Indeed, not all "hatchbacks" turn into a "station wagon" to face: often a stylish and elegant car becomes disproportionate and loses all its attractiveness. And here the buyer has to make a painful choice - whether to put up with the practical, but swollen "hold" of the car, or switch attention to something else.

However, there are exceptions to the rule! And one of them is the “station wagon” KIA ceed sw. Oddly enough, the transformation of the familiar KIA ceed into a "station wagon" not only did not worsen the appearance, but, I would say, gave an additional charm to the initially beautiful body.

The original wedge-shaped sports profile of the KIA ceed has ample opportunities for transformation, which allows you to flexibly change the concept of the car, literally turning it into a sports coupe, then into a “station wagon” literally on the go. And, surprisingly, every time it remains recognizable, proportional and harmonious.

Aerodynamic forms effectively fit into the appearance of KIA ceed, making it a real "chameleon". Thanks to this, the ceed station wagon looks like an aggressive sportsman from the front, from the side it is an elegant streamlined drop, and the sharp chiseled lines of the rear make it look like a sports crossover.

Light but expressive body lines, bright accents of headlights and taillights, chrome trim and, of course, the branded "tiger smile" give completeness to the look of the KIA ceed sw.

Like a cherry on a cake, our test KIA ceed sw is decorated with LED elements - daytime running lights, rear lights and turn signal repeaters on the mirrors, which undoubtedly give the car an extra charm. But adaptive rotary xenon headlights are available only for the maximum configuration of Premum. But I, perhaps, would not be very upset because of this - the standard light in the KIA ceed sw boasts excellent parameters, and the absence of a headlight washer significantly reduces the consumption of anti-freeze fluid in winter.

KIA ceed sw inside

The interior of the "station wagon" KIA ceed sw is not much different from the usual "hatchback". Our test car came in Prestige trim. Perhaps this is one of the most advantageous versions of the KIA station wagon. Firstly, the excellent interior design: it is immediately clear that the car was designed for demanding European buyers who value elegance and conciseness. There is absolutely no “clamor” and oriental passion for silvery plastic here: the style of the interior is dictated by the desire for lightness, rigor and clarity. The lines are neat and balanced, and a well-dosed piano lacquer finish and metallic accents give additional charm. Finishing touches are details such as door handles in the form of fins.

Give lightness and spaciousness to the interior sports seats. Combinations of gray and black tones with light stitching look stylish, the materials look practical and get dirty little.

The ergonomics of the driver's seat is at its best here: comfortable seats and a wide range of seat and steering wheel adjustments make it easy to choose a comfortable fit for drivers of different builds and heights. The steering wheel is pleasant to hold in your hands, and the control buttons are intuitive and convenient.

Three dials dashboard KIA ceed sw are similar to other versions of the car. Thanks to this, the dashboard looks sporty and functional - clear numbers, an informative display, a wide range of brightness adjustment.

A well-organized arrangement of control buttons for various vehicle systems, an asymmetric turn of the dashboard and an additional information screen provide the driver with easy access to all the information necessary on the road.

A convenient center console with a large niche allows you to place the gadgets and small things you need on the road.

The large glove compartment in the dashboard has a backlight and the possibility of cooling (very convenient if you need to bring medicines or baby food with you). In addition, there is another small compartment for small items in the armrest.

All this culminates in the KIA trademark - a good preparation for winter operation. As "winter options" we have a heated steering wheel, front seats, rear-view mirrors, windshield washer jets and electric heating of the wiper parking area. In cold weather, this all significantly increases the comfort of operation.

In the KIA ceed sw, you quickly get used to the comfort and the only thing left to wish for is a little better soundproofing. And here you have to remind yourself that this is still not a premium class, but a car that is quite affordable for a “mere mortal”.

KIA ceed sw: electronics on board

The Prestige package is distinguished by rich equipment, although there is no beloved by many navigation system Kia. But the lack of "premium chips", such as a top-end multimedia "head", a panoramic roof and xenon, is offset by a decrease in the cost of the car by almost 150 thousand rubles.

The audio system of our KIA ceed sw provides a full range of music functions, as well as telephone communication via a Bluetooth connection. It has 6 speakers, is capable of playing CDs and MP3 files, and comes standard with AUX/USB outputs for connecting an iPod or other MP3 player. It can be controlled both from the dashboard and from the steering wheel.

Radio control is very convenient, but the radio antenna is not the most powerful. however, it is quite enough to listen to Moscow radio stations within a 70-kilometer radius from Moscow.

The image of the rear view camera with motion guides is also displayed here. The function is convenient, although the camera gets dirty quickly enough.

Passengers in KIA ceed sw

Since this is a "station wagon", then, of course, it is worth presenting a special pickiness to the organization of the cabin at the back.

Perhaps, here KIA ceed sw can only be praised. Plenty of space in the back and comfortable seats.

The trunk is large, wide, has a comfortable curtain, which is located high enough.

The rear seats fold easily, the angle of inclination of the backrests is small, so you can transport almost anything your heart desires here (within reason, of course).

If the curtain is not needed, it is easy to remove and put down.

But the most impressive thing about our KIA ceed sw is what is under the trunk floor. The proposed organizer was clearly made by people who traveled a lot and for a long time in Russia.

The organizer is divided into parts that can be easily removed if you suddenly need to get to the spare wheel. The plastic is durable, the box can be freely placed on the ground without the risk of damaging it and staining the clean lid.

The only negative in this situation is that instead of a full-fledged wheel in our test KIA ceed sw, only a “dokatka” is offered.

KIA ceed sw on the road

But the most important thing in KIA ceed sw is its behavior on the road. Here you can fall in love with a car: there are only 135 “horses”, and it seems that there are at least one and a half times more.

All this thanks to the six-speed DCT dual clutch transmission, which provides excellent dynamics and response to the gas pedal. If the "usual" dynamism is not enough, the "station wagon" easily turns into a sports car - it is enough to use the gearshift paddles.

This transmission is only available for the four-cylinder GDI engine, which is installed on the top versions of the KIA ceed sw. For other trim levels, Koreans offer 130-horsepower MPI engine 6-speed "mechanics" or "automatic" and a 100-horsepower 1.4-liter engine with a 6-speed manual transmission in the "base".

We can only say good things about our GDI engine paired with a DCT transmission. Here and "omnivorous" to gasoline - a minimum octane rating of 92, and quite adequate fuel consumption: despite the winter, Moscow traffic jams and dynamic driving, average consumption fuel did not exceed 8.6 liters per 100 km, which almost exactly corresponds to the declared values ​​​​for the urban regime.

Double-clutch gearboxes can be unnecessarily “nervous” at the start, and then driving in traffic jams is exhausting with the torn dynamics of the car. Here, driving at low speeds is comfortable, and a barely noticeable delay in the reaction to the gas pedal when starting from a standstill simply invites you to a more relaxed driving.

The KIA ceed sw wagon suspension is resilient and has a good balance of stiffness and softness. It is sufficiently athletic, but does not cause irritation with shaking. It is easy to drive the car, it stands well in corners, works out holes and bumps well. The steering wheel is informative and clear, and thanks to the Flex Steer function, you can adjust the optimal response stiffness depending on your mood.

The safety of the KIA ceed sw is worthy of respect: in the 2012 EURONCAP tests, the car received five stars. There is no savings on airbags here, even in basic configuration. Regardless of the version, their number is the same - front and side airbags, as well as curtain airbags.

Active safety systems, with the exception of the traditional anti-lock braking system, are available only in top versions. The Prestige package includes the Electronic Stability Control (ESC), emergency braking(BAS), Integrated Active Steering (VSM) and Hill Start Assist (HAC). The premium version adds Blind Spot Detection (BSD) and Reversing Parking Assist (RCTA).

Summary

KIA ceed sw is able to cause a pleasant surprise and make you fall in love with it: the hatchback, having turned into a “station wagon”, has not lost in beauty and elegance, but has become very attractive as the only family car. Excellent external data, combined with a stylish and comfortable interior, eliminates the compromise between beauty and practicality from the agenda.

Pleasant dynamics and easy handling, balanced elastic and energy-intensive suspension make the movement on the KIA ceed sw pleasant both in the city and on the highway. On this "station wagon" you can easily wave to the Crimea, or you can just enjoy trips around the city.

Perhaps, only two things can be criticized in the KIA ceed sw: the lack of backlighting of the “plus sign” and “minus sign” on the steering wheel paddles and the clearance. Heights ground clearance KIA ceed sw begins to be sorely missed when traveling out of town in winter. But, on the other hand, this is not an SUV, but a city car, which, first of all, is designed to be comfortable.

Text and photographs by Natalia Paramonova

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Today in the review is one of the coolest, most interesting, running, curious cars - Kia Ceed SW 2017.

The main advantage of this foreign car is that it perfectly combines size, functionality, price and cost of operation and maintenance.

Design

The design leaves only good impressions. The car looks expensive, the appearance is so whipped, sporty, aggressive. For the design, you can put a solid five.

Family car. The declared ground clearance of the car is 155 mm. If the foreign car is not loaded, it can easily drive onto the curb. At the bottom of the bumper is a rubber lip. Of the minor flaws, the color of the lower part of the bumper can be noted. It is painted in body color. These places could be made black, which would eliminate the need to tint the bottom.

The camera is located at the back, which gets dirty very often, so you will need to wipe it. The trunk opens to a great height, there is no electric drive. The dimensions of the trunk are quite good, but the main feature is not in the area, but in the fact that there is a secret bottom. Below it is spare wheel. The trunk is comfortable, there are many niches, organizers, this once again confirms that the car is a family car. On the side there is a place for some bottles, canisters. The rear seats fold down.

Salon front

Overview of Kia Sid SV 2017 in front. The information content of the dashboard is excellent, it looks very interesting. Maximum equipment in this review. There are two light switches, a glass sunroof, it is light in the cabin, the roof is healthy, it is closed with interesting curtains on both sides.

There are mirrors in the sun visors, you can turn on the light. If you forgot to turn it off, then when you close the visor, the light turns off automatically. There are no drawers. There is a place for glasses or other small things. The light from the front is not duplicated by the light from the back. If you turn on all the lights forcibly, only the front light is on in the cabin, the rear must be turned on separately.

The auto-dimming rear view mirror works perfectly. The range of steering and seat adjustments is huge.

Between the seats are:

• a small electric handbrake, when pressed, it slows down all four wheels, but it cannot be used on the go or in a turn;
• two coasters, the bottoms are removed from them.
• a medium-sized armrest: it’s good that it rides, it’s bad that there is no fixation, you won’t be able to open it in the extended position, you have to push it in and then you can open it.

On the doors there are four power windows with auto-up-lowering, constricted with multi-component leather plus plastic. There is no mirror adjustment, they are behind the wheel on the panel.

Dashboard

Ergonomics of the dashboard at a high level. The display in this configuration is large, touch-sensitive, interesting and durable, it works well, but there is a small minus - if you turn off the sound in the radio, then when you turn it on, it automatically turns on.

Slip shutdown system, climate system works great. The "temp" button changes degrees to Fahrenheit. On the dashboard, kilometers are duplicated in miles, which is good for both Russians and foreigners. There are two cigarette lighters and an AUX connector, a button for turning on the car park, turning off the parking sensors.

Winter options include:

• washer nozzle heating
• mirrors,
• rear window,
• parking areas for janitors.

Tri-mode heated front seats, works great, heats everything fine. No heated windshield.

A very useful feature is the electric blower heater. When the car is cold, when you turn on the stove, heated seats and steering wheel, it immediately starts to blow hot. Wait until it warms up in comfort and warmth.

The gearbox is a robot. In terms of rate of fire: from the moment the gas pedal is pressed to the floor until the moment the foreign car takes off, it takes about 1-2 seconds, this is a very long time, not very good, but the dynamics are simply excellent, according to the passport 10.5 seconds. In city traffic, when you press the gas pedal from 60 km / h to 80 km / h, it instantly picks up speed, that is, the robot does its job. In terms of efficiency, everything is also good, consumption is 9.2 liters, 8.5 liters in the city, 5.5 liters on the highway, if you drive within 90 km / h. Can be filled with 92 petrol.

No Auto Hold button, no ashtray.

Riding on the Kia Sid SV 2017, you do not feel a lack of anything. Eco mode, auto parking, blind spot monitoring sensors work very correctly. The obvious advantage of ergonomics is that your knees do not rest anywhere, which is very rare for a golf-class car.

The glove box opens by pressing a button, does not have any separate key. Its size is small, but it contains an expensive handbag as a gift, instructions in different languages.

Salon rear

On the back row the place is quite enough, there is a small margin to the front seats. Power window controls on the doors. No heated rear seats.

About comfort: there is an armrest, two deep cup holders, the bottom cannot be removed from them, handles, light for each individually. A very small tunnel, a third person can sit down. There is an air deflector, you can open or close them. Due panoramic roof the ceiling is slightly lower, a tall person can rest his head. In general, the fit is normal, but not super comfortable.

Thanks to traction control system on loose wet snow, the passenger car slowly but surely moves forward, does not dig in.

Marketing Benefits

This modern car with excellent sound insulation, better than in previous models, the car has become quieter, more comfortable. Restyling has been beneficial. Noise isolation level with Optima, better than cerate. Not enough insulation at the wheel arches.

The Kia Sid has four engines:

• 1.4 l, 100 hp,
• 1.6 l, 130 hp,
• 1.6 l, 135 hp,
• 204 HP

You can set a speed limit, (for example, when driving locality), in order not to forget and not break the rules, 80 km / h is set: up to 80 the car will accelerate, after 80 acceleration will stop. If you need to abruptly turn off this limit, the gas is pressed to the floor and the car starts to go further.

The competitors of this car are the Hyundai i30, Volkswagen Golf. The advantage is a large number of options for less money compared to competitors. The car is very well assembled, originally created for the European market, five stars in safety according to Euro NCAP, equipped with all airbags.

Prices

Prices start from 816,000 rubles. For this money, the buyer purchases a car with an engine of 1.4 l, 100 hp, 6-speed mechanical box, in the base there is a hydraulic booster, power windows, electric mirrors, in general, there is a minimum set. The maximum configuration "Premium" costs 1,269,000 rubles. Warranty like any Kia - 5 years for 150 thousand km.

Technical part

The suspension is multi-link. The foreign car holds the road flawlessly. You can adjust the steering stiffness for yourself: there is a Comfort and Sport mode. Suspension mounted stabilizer roll stability in the front and in the back. The suspension “swallows” bumps very well, very elastic ride.

The handling and stability of the car is 5 plus, at a speed of 80 km / h, in a sharp turn with passes, with an uneven road, the car enters like glued.

There is a windshield anti-fogging system, it works automatically. Up to 100 km / h Kia Ceed accelerates calmly, quickly. The sound of the motor is not particularly disturbing, but present in the cabin. Visibility for four. Small rear-view mirrors and side. Compensates for their size is that they have blind spot indicators. The view ahead is great.

Results

A novice driver can take such a car safely, he will not experience any discomfort while driving it. On a ten-point scale, cars are 9 points. I liked the iron horse, I recommend it for purchase, if this format suits you, you can safely take it.

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Video Kia Ceed SW test drive

Overview of KIA Ceed 2017: model appearance, interior, specifications, security systems, prices and equipment. At the end of the article - video and photo panorama of Kia Sid 2017!

Review content:

Exit first generation KIA Ceed has become a landmark event for the South Korean brand, since it was with this model that the company began its conquest of the European market, and, it is worth noting, the car successfully coped with the task assigned to it. Needless to say, the car was able to compete with the VW Golf itself, offering users a comparable level of equipment, high-quality interior and excellent handling at a more attractive price.

In 2012, as part of the Geneva Motor Show, the Koreans showed the 2nd generation of the five-door hatchback, which received an updated exterior, a better interior and an increased list of optional and basic equipment. And three years later, the car underwent a slight restyling, which resulted in the appearance of a retouched external and interior design, as well as a new motor, robotic gearbox and a number of previously unavailable options.

According to official data, the release date in Russian KIA Ceed 2017 is scheduled for the first half of 2017, but we can already say that the model is destined to become one of best cars in the class, which is facilitated by modern design and an almost reference value / quality ratio.

The exterior of the updated KIA Ceed 2017

The review of KIA Ceed 2017 should start with the fact that, in comparison with the pre-styling version, the car received a more massive front bumper with modified foglights, as well as a somewhat redesigned and enlarged false radiator grille.

The profile of the car due to the wedge-shaped body and the sloping roof line looks as dynamic and fast as possible, and stylish alloy wheels R15-17, located in large wheel arches.

The stern of the car began to look more strict and solid, which was achieved by installing a new, more muscular rear bumper and modified rear lights.
The external dimensions of the car are:

• Length- 4.31 m;
• Width- 1.78 m;
• Height- 1.47 m;
• Wheelbase- 2.65 m.

The minimum clearance is 150 mm, which is a typical indicator for cars of this class, and which allows you to feel more than confident not only when moving around the city, but also outside it.

Special attention deserves the ability to choose between ten body colors, among which the colors Track Red, Bronze Metal and Planet Blue look especially impressive.

Customers are offered several body options to choose from: three- and five-door hatchback, as well as KIA Ceed station wagon 2017.

Interior Kia Sid 2017

The interior design of the car is fully consistent with its modern appearance. The architecture of the front panel is pleasing to the eye, as well as thoughtful ergonomics and quality materials finishes. In front of the driver is a spectacular instrument panel, represented by three large instrument wells, as well as a stylish multifunctional steering wheel. The central part of the dashboard is turned towards the driver along the BMW-shnomu, which provides more comfortable control of the multimedia, information and climate system of the car. In more expensive versions Salon KIA Ceed is decorated with chrome or glossy black inserts, giving the interior a more expensive and solid look.

The front seats boast a well-cut profile with moderate lateral support and fairly soft filler. Due to the wide range of adjustments, a person of any height and physique can easily fit in them.

The rear sofa offers ample space in all directions and can easily accommodate three adult passengers. It is worth noting that the rear passengers can boast of having individual ventilation ducts, which is still a rarity in this class.

Trunk volume in the standard position is 380 liters, but the user can always fold the back of the rear sofa, getting a more impressive 1318 liters of loading space. It is noteworthy that the folded second-row seats form a perfectly flat floor, and in the trunk underground there is a functional organizer, a stowaway and a small set of tools.

KIA Ceed SW 2017, the review of which is expected in the near future, should receive a more spacious luggage compartment, the volume of which will vary between 528-1642 liters.

Specifications KIA Ceed 2017

KIA Ceed 2017 in Russia is expected with three petrol engines:

1. A 1.4-liter 100-horsepower power unit that produces a maximum of 134 Nm of torque and allows the car to develop a maximum of 183 km / h. Acceleration from 0 to 100 at the same time takes an unremarkable 12.7 seconds, but the average consumption pleases and is about 6 l / 100 km in mixed driving mode. Such a motor is combined with the only possible 6-speed manual gearbox;
2. A 1.6-liter petrol engine developing 130 “horses” and 157 Nm of rotational thrust. This motor is offered with a 6-level mechanics or "automatic", depending on the choice of which acceleration to hundreds varies within 10.5-11.5 seconds. The maximum declared speed for such a power unit is 192-195 km / h, and the average fuel consumption does not exceed 6.8 liters;
3. Top-end 1.6-liter engine generating 135 "mare" and 164 Nm of torque. Works like this power unit with a modern 6-speed robotic "box" with dual clutch, thanks to which the car is able to develop a maximum of 195 km / h, as well as change the first hundred in 10.8 seconds. Despite the more impressive dynamics, the test drive KIA Ceed 2017 showed an average gasoline consumption of 5.9 liters.

As before, Sid is based on a front-wheel drive bogie, which assumes a transverse engine placement, as well as the presence independent suspension on the front and rear axle, represented by MacPherson struts and multi-link, respectively. The manufacturer emphasizes that the supports have been updated in the car rear pillars and stabilizers, as well as the function of simulating the center differential.

The steering is represented by an electric power steering with three operating modes (“comfortable”, “normal” and “sports”), and disc brakes (ventilated on the front wheels) are responsible for braking, paired with an impressive list of electronic systems assistance to the driver.

The safety of the new Kia Ceed 2017

As befits a real European vehicle, and this is exactly what it is updated kia Sid, the model has a large number of security systems for the driver and passengers in the cabin.

The company notes that the body of the car was reinforced, and also acquired special predictable deformation zones, which are designed to reduce the impact force. According to Euro-NCAP crash tests, the model received quite high results in terms of adult protection - 89%, child protection - 85%, and pedestrian protection - 64%. Such high performance was achieved thanks to the following equipment:

• Anti-lock braking system;
• Emergency Slowdown Warning System (ESS);
• Three-point seat belts;
• Three pairs of airbags;
• RCTA system to help the driver avoid a collision when leaving a parking lot;
• The BSD system, which monitors the blind spots of the car and informs the driver about the approach of other road users;
• Integrated Active Management (VSM), which improves the behavior of the car when braking and cornering at the same time;
• ESC system providing exchange rate stability vehicle;
• Assistant, at the beginning of the movement downhill;
• Back view camera;
• Cruise control;
• Immobilizer;
• Rear parking sensors;
• Central locking with remote control;
• Tracking system for road markings;
• Light/rain sensors;
• Era-Glonass.

Note that in terms of safety, the car is one of the best in the class, and most of the equipment is already available in the initial trim levels. Thus, the restyled Ceed may well serve as the only car for the whole family.

Price and equipment Kia Sid 2017

On the domestic market the car is expected in 8 trim levels: Classic, Classic AC, Comfort, Comfort FCC, Lux, Lux FCC, Prestige and Premium. At the same time, the minimum price of KIA Ceed 2017 is 14.4 thousand dollars (819.9 thousand rubles) for which the buyer receives:

• Steel wheels R15;
• Audio system with 4.3-inch screen and 6 speakers;
• Side and front airbag;
• Immobilizer;
• ESS, as well as an anti-lock system;
• Multifunction steering wheel;
• Power windows front;
• Steering wheel adjustable in two planes;
• ISOFIX mounts;
• ERA-GLONASS;
• Mirrors of the review back with electroadjustments;
• Bluetooth support.

In more expensive versions Comfort (FCC) - Lux (FCC), the price of which varies between 16.1-19 thousand dollars (0.919-1.068 million rubles), the buyer additionally receives:

• Steel/alloy wheels R16;
• LED running lights (only for Lux FCC) ;
• Fog lights;
• Tinted mirrors;
• ESC, BAS, VSM and HAC system (only for Comfort FCC and Lux ​​FCC);
• Full power package;
• Air conditioner; climate control for 2 zones (only for Comfort FCC and Lux ​​FCC);
• Rear parking sensors;
• light sensors;
• Central locking with the ability to control from a distance;
• Navigation system with 7"" display (only for Lux FCC).

In the maximum equipment Prestige and Premium, the prices for which are 1.124 and 1.264 million rubles. (or 19.7 and 22.1 thousand dollars), respectively, the buyer can count on the installation of:

• Alloy wheels R17;
• Electric drive of rear-view mirrors and LED repeaters of turns;
• Rear LED lights;
• Adaptive xenon head light optics;
• HBA systems;
• Interior trim leather;
• BSD, LDWS and RCTA systems;
• Supervision instrument panels with 7"" display;
• Electrical parking brake And so on.

Additionally, the buyer can choose one of 10 body colors, as well as one of several designs of alloy wheels.

Conclusion about the new Kia Ceed 2017

KIA Ceed was and remains one of the best deals in the class, offering a lot of car for reasonable money. Against the background of direct competitors in the face of Opel Astra, Toyota Auris and Peugeot 308 the car captivates with rich equipment, excellent dynamic characteristics and high economy.