Is Kia Venga reliable?

We’ve not heard of any major problems with the Venga itself, but the pre-facelift version only just made our Driver Power top 200 best cars to live with – owners ranked it 197th. The model scored a solid mid-table 103rd for Reliability, whereas Build Quality was right down at 198th.

Why did Kia stop making the Venga?

Kia decided to stop selling the Venga in early 2019 – its decision evidence that small people carriers are falling out of fashion. The Venga may well be classified as an MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle), but it’s actually more like a high-roofed hatchback with a few tricks up its sleeve.

Does a Kia Venga have a timing belt or chain?

Administrator. As Gary rightly says, it’s a chain.

How many miles to the gallon does a Kia Venga do?

The 1.6-litre petrol engine is particularly inefficient for a car of the Kia Venga’s size. It returns 47.9mpg and emits 139g/km of CO2, while the smaller 1.4-litre petrol engine can manage 50.4mpg and emits 130g/km of CO2.

What car is replacing the Kia Venga?

Stonic crossover
It’s Venga out at Kia as the firm’s mini MPV will make way for the new Stonic crossover. The arrival of the new Kia Stonic crossover will see the Venga mini-MPV axed from Kia’s range, as the firm seeks to streamline its line-up and chase sales in the ever-growing European SUV market sector.

Are Kia automatic gearboxes reliable?

These stylish cars are known for their reliability and focus on modern technology. Despite their intelligent design, they can still suffer from serious issues, including damaged transmissions and other problems.

What car is similar to Kia Venga?

The Kia Venga is a roomy small car that’s easy to see out of, cheap to run and comes with a roomy cabin. It’s an alternative to MPVs such as the Hyundai ix20, Vauxhall Crossland X and the Renault Captur.

What replaced the Kia Venga?

The arrival of the new Kia Stonic crossover will see the Venga mini-MPV axed from Kia’s range, as the firm seeks to streamline its line-up and chase sales in the ever-growing European SUV market sector.

Is a Kia Venga a good first car?

Great little car, easy access with the high seats, seems well made with lots of extras you would expect in a more expensive car. The 1600 petrol engine is very responsive and I get around 40 mpg local driving.

When was the last Kia Venga made?

2019
Kia released a facelifted Venga in early 2015, with a larger front grille, revised bumper fascia, and a new six-speed automatic transmission replacing the previous four-speed one. Production of the Venga ended in early 2019, without a successor.

Where is Kia Venga made?

the Czech Republic
The Venga is built at Hyundai’s European plant at Nošovice in the Czech Republic, alongside its Hyundai sister cars.

What engine is in a Kia Venga?

Kia Venga petrol engines The petrols include an 89bhp 1.4-litre (which comes with ISG) and a 123bhp 1.6-litre engine that’s fitted with ISG only when paired with the manual gearbox.

Are Kia automatics reliable?

What should you not do while driving an automatic?

9 Things You Should Never Do to a Car With an Automatic…

1. Not Using the Emergency Brake.
2. Leaving the Car in Drive When Sitting for Prolonged Periods of Time.
3. Leaving the Car in Neutral While Stuck in Traffic or Waiting at a Light.
4. Putting Your Car in Neutral While Driving Downhill.

How do you ruin an automatic transmission?

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1. Overheat your vehicle as often as possible.
2. Maintain improper fluid levels.
3. Never change the fluid.
4. Use the incorrect fluid type.
5. Drag race from light to light.
6. Always stop abruptly.
7. Leave the shift lever in park without the parking brake on.
8. Downshift to “brake” at traffic lights.

Where is the Kia Venga made?

The Venga is built at Hyundai’s European plant at Nošovice in the Czech Republic, alongside its Hyundai sister cars. Kia’s mini-MPV, which is only available in five-door hatchback format, has recently received a mid-life refresh in a similar way to the latest Picanto city car.