About the Kia Cerato
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2018 Kia Cerato's used prices in Australia typically range from $12,500 for the S variant and topping out at $22,400 for the GT Safety Pack.
There are 11 variants of the Cerato available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2017.
Engine options include 2.0L petrol (112kW/192Nm) and 1.6L turbo petrol (150kW/265Nm). Available with 6 speed manual, 6 speed auto sequential sportshift, 6 speed automatic or 7 speed auto dual clutch transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2018 Cerato was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
2018 Kia Cerato Price
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $19,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $19,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $22,790 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $22,790 |
Si
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $28,990 |
Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $24,790 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $24,790 |
Sport+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $27,290 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $27,290 |
SLi
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $32,490 |
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2018 Kia Cerato Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2018 Kia Cerato Fuel Economy
There are 6 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Cerato
The most fuel efficient Kia Cerato is the GT SAFETY PACK with a 7 SPEED AUTO DUAL CLUTCH which is powered by a 1.6L TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ and uses 6.8L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Kia Cerato that uses the most amount of fuel is the S SAFETY PACK with a 6 SPEED MANUAL which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 7.6L 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 auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.2 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.3 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.3 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.2 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Cerato?
You should service your Cerato at your authorised Kia dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Cerato's warranty.
2018 Kia Cerato Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Cerato?
The Kia Cerato offers a 7 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 $12,500.
The most expensive Kia Cerato is the GT SAFETY PACK that starts from $22,400.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Cerato is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: S, S (AV), SPORT + NAV, SPORT, Si and SLi.
The largest Kia Cerato is the S SAFETY PACK which measures 1800mm wide, 4640mm in length and sits 1440mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Cerato is the GT SAFETY PACK which has 150kW of power from its 1.6L TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ engine.
The Kia Cerato is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Cerato is the S (AV) which weighs 1800 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Cerato uses Unleaded Petrol.