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2009 Kia Rondo

Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 6
MPG: 18-20/26-27 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.4L I4 167HP
2.4L I4 175HP
2.7L V6 192HP

Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.1
Exterior: 4.0
Interior: 4.1
Overall: 4.1

Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

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2009 Kia Rondo
Consumer Car Review Summary

Top 5 Pros of 2009 Kia Rondo
1. Safety features
2. Third row
3. Flat folding seats
4. Value for the price
5. Practical and versatile design

Top 5 Cons of 2009 Kia Rondo
1. Blend exterior design
2. Better gas mileage
3. Better standard tires
4. Acceleration
5. Suspension

2009 Kia Rondo Reviews by Consumers

Displaying 5 Reviews


By Edward_W
Submitted Sep 4, 2011, 05:28am
Performance: 5
Exterior: 4
Interior: 5
Overall: 5
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Kia Rondo?
The car that thinks it's a minivan... As a large man, I am impressed with how roomy it is inside- headroom inside is so refreshing too- especially in the backseat, but even as a driver, it's incredible!

My 4 cylinder is about as quick and punchy as I would expect it to be, but what is so amazing is how QUIET the engine is, at all speeds, and almost silent at idle.

A very well crafted, designed car that continues to make me so thankful I own one.

Love the 'pockets' and extra storage space in the dashboard, doors and even the armrest with two hidden compartments, one sporting an MP3/ iPod connection with added 12v power port- incredible touches.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Kia Rondo?
Very upset they stopped making Rondos! Please bring them back!

2009 Kia Rondo Review:
My Rondo continues to blow me away with how much it offers for the price- just a perfect car for most people! Very family friendly and lots of seating options including reclining BACK seats!


By John_Langschmidt
Submitted Aug 19, 2011, 08:40am
Performance: 3
Exterior: 5
Interior: 4
Overall: 4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Kia Rondo?
Interior space is great, on long trips we find driving comfort and good seating, great stability on the road and good value for the $.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Kia Rondo?
Mileage not up to specs, an extra gear in the transmission and a larger gas tank would help.
Having a problem with my A/C (in the middle of summer) and need to wait up to a month for a replacement under warranty.
Why is the supply chain so inadequate? Can't blame the dealer for this.

2009 Kia Rondo Review:
Overall a great car, but would need to do better on mileage before I bought another one.


By Tony_Cowan
Submitted May 20, 2010, 03:52pm
Performance: 4
Exterior: 3
Interior: 4
Overall: 4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Kia Rondo?
Seating/interior space: especially second row (everyone comments).
Controls: excellent layout.
Load versatility: flat floor is great.
Visibility: good views all round.
Power: adequate and smooth 4 cyl.
Brakes: positive and progressive.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Kia Rondo?
Accelerator: too "touchy".
Bumpers: too low - easy to scrape on parking curbs.
Transmission: tends to "hunt" at low speeds near shift points.

2009 Kia Rondo Review:
Overall, a great value in regard to price and utility. The Rondo has shown itself to be a good people and cargo hauler. We have found it to be our perfect all round vehicle.


By G_Walkermquill2001_
Submitted Dec 29, 2009, 11:53am
Performance: 3
Exterior: 3
Interior: 3
Overall: 3
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

2009 Kia Rondo Review:
We are finding there are a large number of Kia Rondo's 2009 on the market for resale. All seem to be rentals with low mileage. The standard return kilom. is 60kilom/. not the amount I see topping off at just over 33kil's and some as low as 17kils in Missadsauga Ont. What is the problem here? I know it is something and I want to find out or I will not buy.


By Charles_Marshall
Submitted Nov 29, 2009, 12:37pm
Performance: 5
Exterior: 4
Interior: 4
Overall: 4
Guide: 5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor

Pros: What do you like about 2009 Kia Rondo?
Almost everything. Very well put together with lots of room and easy access. Just the car for the person who wants to place the emphasis on usefulness and affordable comfort.

Cons: How would you improve 2009 Kia Rondo?
Front cup holders are different sizes WHY???

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