About the Kia Cerato
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2012 Kia Cerato's used prices in Australia typically range from $6,200 for the S variant and topping out at $10,800 for the Koup Sls.
There are 6 variants of the Cerato available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2011.
The Kia Cerato is only available with an petrol motor that produces 115kW and 194Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2012 Cerato was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
2012 Kia Cerato Price
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $19,390 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $19,640 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $21,390 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $21,640 |
eXtra
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $21,490 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $21,490 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $23,490 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $23,490 |
SLi
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $23,790 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $24,040 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $26,240 |
Si
SLS
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, FWD | $29,190 |
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2012 Kia Cerato Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2012 Kia Cerato Fuel Economy
There are 4 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Cerato
The most fuel efficient Kia Cerato is the S with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 7.5L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Kia Cerato that uses the most amount of fuel is the SLi with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 7.9L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Kia Cerato variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Kia Cerato | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.5 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.5 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.7 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.7 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Cerato?
The Kia Cerato has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2012 Kia Cerato Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Cerato?
The Kia Cerato offers a 5 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Kia Cerato FAQs
The cheapest Kia Cerato is the S that starts from $6,200.
The most expensive Kia Cerato is the KOUP SLS that starts from $10,800.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Cerato is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: S, Si, EXTRA L.E, SLi, KOUP SLS and KOUP Si.
The largest Kia Cerato is the S which measures 1775mm wide, 4530mm in length and sits 1460mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Cerato is the S which has 115kW of power from its 2.0L MULTI POINT F/INJ engine.
The Kia Cerato is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Cerato is the S which weighs 1780 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Cerato uses Unleaded Petrol.