Kia Rondo first generation

Kia Rondo first generation
Photo: OSX / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The Kia Rondo first generation (2007–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: UN · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,550 mm TC4,545 mm
Width1,820 mm TC1,820 mm
Height1,650 mm TC1,650–1,720 mm
Wheelbase2,700 mm TC2,700 mm
Front track1,560 mm TC–
Rear track1,550 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,515–1,686 kg TC1,515 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)906–991 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)3,058 L EPA–
Fuel tank–58 L
Performance
Top speed–177–203 km/h
Torque–157–331 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

297 complaints for model years 2007–2011. 33 crashes · 2 fires · 24 injuries · 1 death

  • Airbags 48
  • Steering 44
  • Engine 42
  • Brakes 33
  • Fuel system 33
  • Electrical system 29

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 6 versions of the Kia Rondo first generation

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2011–20122.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2011–20122.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2007–20102MODE CLKUP2.4 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km
2007–20102MODE CLKUP2.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA263–276 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2012Station wagon: Mid-size2.4 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.6–10.9 L/100 km 5-cycle244–251 g/km
2007–2012Station wagon: Mid-size2.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.3–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle260–265 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.