2024 Kia Cerato vs 2022 Subaru WRX Comparison

    Kia Cerato

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    Subaru WRX

    2024 Kia
    Cerato
    vs
    2022 Subaru
    WRX
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the small category, between scores of 7.4 and 8.7.
    0.0
    7.7
    8.1
    0.0
    Based on the Kia Cerato S SAFETY PACK
    Based on the Subaru WRX RS (AWD)
    Best suitable for...
    City drivingCity driving
    FunFun
    Fuel Efficiency
    50L
    340 to 370 km
    60L - 63L
    510 to 706 km
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    7 year
    warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $27,060 - $36,860
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    CarExpert's Take

    Josh Nevett
    Marketplace Journalist
    Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Refined ride, handling
    • Seven-year warranty
    • Class-leading boot space
    Misses
    • Dated interior
    • Sensitive safety systems
    • Price hikes
    Matt Campbell
    Senior Contributor
    Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Remains a car you feel every moment in
    • Cabin feels more special than some
    • Decent price by today’s standards
    Misses
    • Remains a car you feel every moment in…
    • Shift action isn’t the best
    • Underpowered compared to rivals

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Premium Paint (+$520)
    NA

    Colours Available

    The Cerato range is available in nine finishes:

    • Clear White
    • Snow White Pearl*
    • Mineral Blue*
    • Silky Silver*
    • Horizon Blue*
    • Steel Grey*
    • Runway Red*
    • Platinum Graphite*
    • Aurora Black*

    *Premium paint adds $520

    Specs

    Type
    MULTI POINT F/INJ, TUR GASOLINE DIR INJTURBO MPFI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
    Size (cc)
    1591 - 19991998 - 2457
    Size (L)
    2.0L, 1.6L2.5L, 2.4L, 2.0L
    Induction
    INLINE 4, TURBO 4TURBO 4, FLAT TURBO 4
    Camshaft
    VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAMVARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    1616
    Power
    112kW - 150kW197kW - 221kW
    Power RPM
    6000 - 62005600 - 6000
    Torque
    192Nm - 265Nm350Nm - 407Nm
    Torque RPM
    1500 - 40002000 - 4000
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10 - 10.38.2 - 10.6

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