I just finished my 9 years journey on 2014 Kia Rondo 2.0 l with 233000 km without any major problems except rear shocks (factory recall) and 2 times brake work. And because of my experience I got 2015 EX again with 78000km in great condition. Looking forward to serve me the same way the previous one did.
Not for "people who've given up on life", more like for people who have so much more going on in life. They would rather go on holiday with their family and take bikes etc., than appreciate the way a Porsche squats down on acceleration. I used to have Porsches, convertible audis, BMW coupes , even an S2000. Now I would much rather pack my estate with all the camping /mountaineering /mountain biking gear etc. I could do the default thing of buying an SUV, but I'm not an idiot. Nor do I care what people who are not important to me think. I'd rather enjoy life to its full.
Had one of these from new.Now 5 and a half years old 85.000kms and never missed a beat.Had many long journeys(2000kms+) with the family and love it.Ours is a 1.7 115hp diesel with a manual box and easy does 50mpg on a run with 5 passengers and their bags.Brilliant for everyday use.
I was never a big fan of the KIA but I bought a 2014 Sportage 1.7 CDXI 4 with all the toys (heated steering wheel Ahhh heaven) I bought it to use for a few months while I was getting over some horrendous back problems & that was 3 years ago, it is so comfortable (for me anyway) that I am still driving the same car today. As you might recall I was ready to buy an XF 3 ltr Portfolio but after trying a couple out I have discovered that low slung saloons are no longer for me my old back just couldn't handle getting in & out of the car although I must say that they are a dream to drive, now I realise that the two are like comparing apples to potatoes as they are two very different cars developed for two very different types of driver with two very different sets of requirements. I am now looking to buy the newer model with the same spec as it is so reliable. So if you can keep up the reviews of all the nice wafting saloons I will get my luxury fix that way. Have a good holiday.
Hi matt, i love the videos you make, but I'd like to say that I had a volkswagen sharan 2006 at the age of 19, it is an 7 seater MPV. And still i personally think its the best car for me at least, cheap, reliable, economical and a lot of space for passengers and moving stuff in it. Great fun driving it too
The 2nd gen is good if you avoid the diesel manual that has a dual mass flywheel which quickly wears out, and the 2.0cvvt petrol manual has a rattly gearbox which makes a vibrate noise at certain revs. The foot operated hand brake is also a pig to use on hill starts and panic stalls, often becomes weak cos people forget its on and garages are often too lazy to tighten it again and it simply makes no sense in the manuals. Clearly was designed as an auto first and foremost. However the independent suspension all round, discs all round of the MK2 mean it handles and rides very well indeed. I seriously haven't been in a car that takes speed humps better. And the 2.0 142bhp cvvt timing chain Theta 1 engine is reliable, not too thirsty and quite quick. Nice modern shape and interior too. People moan about MPV's (unless they have a German badge), but they actually are the most sensible type of car and in some cases drive better than the hatchback, saloon, estate, crossover, 4x4 that people buy instead. Screw what people think of you.
Hello again, yet another 'brilliant' used car review. Please keep this up as everyone else does 'NEW CAR' reviews. As a private car buyer I aways buy used cars so your type of review is extremely very useful. P.S. Southern Spain looks good even in January. Best Regards. RichardA.
That feeling when you see a video title that poses a question, immediately answer it with "No" and then, having watched it find yourself thinking ... weeeeeell, that's actually not too bad a car. (For the missus mind, not me.)
Driving a 7-seater does not necessarily say you've given up on yourself - just that you sometimes have to ferry around up to 6 other people. I think until very recently, the people giving up on themselves we're those buying Mondeos - which is probably one of the reasons why Ford is sneaking out of that segment.
Last year traded my dreadful, unreliable, incredibly expensive to maintain, cheap plastic interiored 2012 VW Touran 1.6 SE DSG for one of these, after the boss of the local Auto Gearbox Centre told me he'd never had to fix a Kia or a Suzuki in years but was wall to wall in German autos. It was probably to best car decision I've ever made. The Kia drives better and is made of better stuff. My only quibble is it does 10 miles less to the gallon, but when you don't have to worry about yet another sodding amber light coming on in the dash (followed by another big repair bill), it doesn't matter a damn. I'm never buying another German car. It's Kia all the way for me now.
I always feel sad for those 2 seaters... Lonely people buy those without friends. This car for us means enjoying much trips with the kids, friends, family. It seems perfect.
Thanks for this review. This helped in my decision when toying with getting a Kia after having VAG cars for most of my life. My beloved 2006 Touran 1.6 FSI gave up the ghost and I needed something more modern, younger and at a reasonable price. It was either a Kia Carens or a Zafira Tourer as VW are now too expensive. I took the gamble on the Carens as there aren't so many of them about. Now I own a 2017 Kia Carens 4 1.7 CRDI. Lots of mod cons and is very quick on the motorway. I love it! Apart from the steering wheel settings you mentioned (you should read the manual about the options the Korean translation is funny to read), I find the suspension isn't as firm as the VAG cars. But I can fit all the family in and is definitely a better upgrade to the previous VW Touran. To me it feels like a beefed up hot hatch and looks a lot more appealing than the Zafira. Plus mine came with a set of roof bars. What more can a Dad ask for lol. Thanks again
Good analysis. Spanish drivers usually have big problems with roundabouts, think that modern way to get driving license is something recently, 40 years ago getting a driver's license was almost a joke. Enjoy Andalucía, is a great place with an enormous culture and best gastronomy. I've a Carens Emotion, and as family car, it is "the option", I also prefer diesel engine for this car, I think it is more comfortable than GDi motor (in case of Spain we only could get the 1.6 GDi).
Great video, I have to agree on the Citroen thing, I've had a couple of rentals as I only drive automatics. I could never drive a Citroen, it drove me mental, what with the gearbox and the digital speedo.
I've got a 2017 Carens DCT Auto. It had a judder. Then I moaned and Kia fitted a 'modified lay shaft'. I have no idea what that is, but the judder has gone and the gear change is smooth as silk. I think the reason Kia have no recalls is that they quietly fix stuff they got wrong in the first place under warranty. Customer service from Gravells Kia, by the way, is superb.
I disagree with the MPV statement. I wouldn´t mind say a Ford S-Max, I like the looks of it and from what I´ve heard they drive great. I´ve driven both a 2016 focus estate and 2014 mondeo, both diesels, and they feel planted on the road and the steerings realy precise and nice as was the gearbox, so with that in mind, wouldn´t mind owning a S-Max. Plus these cars a very practical and when the seats are folded, make a nice little camper :) It´s nice to have space when taking friends and or family on roadtrips too. Owned a Skoda Superb hatchback which was nice in its own right, but Fords steering was better, imho. The automakers seem to have catch up with MPVs. Chryslers Pacifica isn´t to shabby either. As always, nice review!
Ok... so I thought the thumbnail was a 2 series active tour and being from the states I got excited. After I watched the video I realized I have to go the gym. Came for the car review, will stay for the life coaching lessons!
Alexander Esqueda I’ve got a 2 series active tourer (220D M sport Xdrive) - despite the usual car journalists poor reviews, I found it to be a brilliant car, 190BHP, 0-60 in 7 seconds, 140mph top speed but good on fuel when driven normally, averaged 55mpg on a trip to France last year in it and plenty of room to get comfortable as a driver, looks are subjective and it’s not an M3, but it’s better than the 3 series E46 I used to own and the Ford Kuga which was my last car. Not sure how long I will keep it though as I’m debating getting a Range Rover Discovery Sport
I have this car, Rondo EX and its great ! Only bad thing is the low profile tires for the roads we got here in Quebec, reminds me of my 2005 toyota matrix but bigger. Great buy used since nobody wants them 😀 probably wont be cheap when it will be time to repair it...
Yes get to the gym in the M3. Hey by the way. The wim Hof method or breathing technique is brilliant and simple and works immediately. Z3 review if you get one in .Cheers
You chose the wrong time to come,,,the tile chills are upon us,,, Kia's are rated here by the hire companies but prices scary,,,maybe with interests here you should open satellite dealership here,,,warranties good in Spain but finding cars a shock,,,good review,,,hope you get sun soon,we got it along the coast,,,👍
This car = getting to that stage in life where disgraceful peoples who have no class or self respect become alcoholics and eat shit, or you have the opposite where you buy a drivers car : jag,Range Rover,Audi and go to the gym and eat healthy. Love your videos, such a great guy, level headed and has common sense, or not so common because of all the half wits there is about today( there’s loads), would love to go on a road trip with you when I’m old enough 😂😒😒, keep it up, love your work, always something to look forward to watching on you tube 👍👍🇬🇧🔧
Hi there, I'm looking for a MPV and was thinking about the Carens. I'm having 2 small kids and found a deal with 160000km for a Carens from 2013 or 175000km from 2018. Obviously the recent one has all options but the older one less km and a bit cheaper. Can anyone confirm that model with this 1.6 engine is reliable? If I go with the one from 2018, how many extra km I can expect before having troubles or main repairs? Both cars seems to be in good shape with full service/history book and the car would be for 4, 5 years max. Thank you! 🙏
Ah the sights of Benalmadena ! Wonderful. Nice review Matt. What happened to the car you drove over before and left in Spain? Happy New Year from me in Moraira (near Denia). Regards Col.
You hit the nail on the head , needed a 2.0tdi Manual trans would of got you the mpg ' Done the fill ups many times @ Morrison's Gib ' plus some Lambert and butlers :)) Again good review ' on a jobsworth car
Finally a normal people's car. You're going the right way. I expect a Dacia or a Lada to be reviewed next and then topping it all off with my native Yugo. 🤗
6:08 onwards: Fuengirola bus station and then left along the paseo towards Benalmádena? Great video as usual. One of these visits, you're going to make it all the way to Marbella hopefully!
Please please do a review on the Picasso you pictured. I had one (for a very short time) and I would like you to let the world know just how bad a car can be - and if even you could do it without expletives.
You seem to review a random selection of cars but I enjoy them regardless. Would like to see your opinion on saab. I had a 9-3 convertible. The scuttle shake was comedic and it always needed something repaired but it was a fun car to drive.
I'm looking for a van type of vehicle family mover. But I'm at a crossroads weather I should go for something like this or a Berlingo type of car. What's your thoughts folks?. By the way the weather is awful in Stockport today.
Thanks for you review. I´m one of those parents like you who´s "forced" to buy one of these cars and yes i agree with you, t´s the first MPV that actually doesn´t look like one at all! It´s really nice car blend of mpv/crossover which are quite trendy nowadays. Would you reccomend one? Comparing to the touran, that everyone says it´s much better value car, but it´s taxi people carrier looks really pu me away....
These were available in the United States with a V6... Averaged around 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. They were still one of the slowest cars on the road and the 4 cylinder was even worse. Didn't sell partially well either as for a few more dollars you could get a Dodge Caravan.
I have a feeling that if you press the brat mirror again when open it folds into a glasses holder, but could be wrong. The “meh” fuel economy will be due to the relatively old fashioned 6 speed slush box. I’m running around in a brand new Kia Rio courtesy car with that gearbox atm. It’s ok. But it’s not great.
I've been trying to find out about Kia auto boxes. As you say the new Rio from 2018 has a (stated to be brand new) torque converter box but some other Kias particularly the Carens and Sportage switched from this to a Double Clutch box for their EU6 diesel in 2016 so may get better mpg. Probably a big mistake though now that DCTs are about as popular as call girl in a gay bar.
Keith Matthews Apparently there has been lots of issues with KIA’s DCT. I think the DCT will definitely be more efficient though. I think my criticisms of their slush box are probably more related to my usage - I live in the Isle of Man and climb a 1400ft mountain on the way to work every day without national limits. Its not your average commute. It’s probably fine for your average suburb dweller and motorway user in the UK.
i drove the citroen c4 picasso from swiss to Germany did manage to get 180kmh from the small 1.6 engine with 7 people oh my god was the car all over the place, awful experience
I use to work for kia distribution centre in stalingbough in Lincolnshire I have driven loads of these and I dont like them you want to take the plastic out of the floors it takes about 45 to 50 mins to do good vlog tho
The are a good engine tho the site manager had a shortage 3 years old 150000miles before he had trouble with the engine 1.7 diesel the car went to auction tho
I’d say it’s probably underpowered to be fair, like most UK sold cars thanks to the high cost of fuel, climate change etc - reckon it should be at least a 2.0 litre diesel in it
You need to go method and wear clothing appropriate to the car you're driving. And the accent and mannerisms! Tracksuit bottoms, leather shoes and zip up cardigan in this case.
🤣🤣🤣🤣Omg....... The 1st couple of minutes you described me and my life🤣🤣🤣🤣 well I'm doing something about it......... Sold the c4 grand Picasso and the baggy grey sweat pants have been swapped for jeans since I lost some weight 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I just finished my 9 years journey on 2014 Kia Rondo 2.0 l with 233000 km without any major problems except rear shocks (factory recall) and 2 times brake work. And because of my experience I got 2015 EX again with 78000km in great condition. Looking forward to serve me the same way the previous one did.
Not for "people who've given up on life", more like for people who have so much more going on in life. They would rather go on holiday with their family and take bikes etc., than appreciate the way a Porsche squats down on acceleration. I used to have Porsches, convertible audis, BMW coupes , even an S2000. Now I would much rather pack my estate with all the camping /mountaineering /mountain biking gear etc. I could do the default thing of buying an SUV, but I'm not an idiot. Nor do I care what people who are not important to me think. I'd rather enjoy life to its full.
I agree. I would just rather do all of the things you mentioned in a 530d estate over a Citroen Grand Picasso. It's only my opinion.
Had one of these from new.Now 5 and a half years old 85.000kms and never missed a beat.Had many long journeys(2000kms+) with the family and love it.Ours is a 1.7 115hp diesel with a manual box and easy does 50mpg on a run with 5 passengers and their bags.Brilliant for everyday use.
I was reasonably impressed with it
Another criminally overlooked car, very good quality and superb value for money!
I thought it was worthy of a video :)
@@HighPeakAutos, yes, it's definitely a good one to review. It's the sort of thing I would put on my own channel, to be honest...
I was never a big fan of the KIA but I bought a 2014 Sportage 1.7 CDXI 4 with all the toys (heated steering wheel Ahhh heaven) I bought it to use for a few months while I was getting over some horrendous back problems & that was 3 years ago, it is so comfortable (for me anyway) that I am still driving the same car today. As you might recall I was ready to buy an XF 3 ltr Portfolio but after trying a couple out I have discovered that low slung saloons are no longer for me my old back just couldn't handle getting in & out of the car although I must say that they are a dream to drive, now I realise that the two are like comparing apples to potatoes as they are two very different cars developed for two very different types of driver with two very different sets of requirements. I am now looking to buy the newer model with the same spec as it is so reliable. So if you can keep up the reviews of all the nice wafting saloons I will get my luxury fix that way. Have a good holiday.
Cheers! I quite like the Sportage, I've recently bought a high spec 2012 model and its very good
Remember you are not on holiday!! Business trip to review a car because your subscribers prefer the back drop 😉 claim every penny😆
Haha all those tolls and fuel receipts are going through as expenses :)
Hi matt, i love the videos you make, but I'd like to say that I had a volkswagen sharan 2006 at the age of 19, it is an 7 seater MPV. And still i personally think its the best car for me at least, cheap, reliable, economical and a lot of space for passengers and moving stuff in it. Great fun driving it too
Another brilliant tell it how it is review! I’m actually about to buy one of these and a grey baggy sweatpants!
Arguably one of the funniest review videos I've watched so far, without even trying!
Hahaha thanks!
Me: Has no interest whatsoever in a Kia Carens
Also me: But it's a new High Peak Autos video... clicks immediately
Ronnie Whelan Haha thanks!
The same here! 😉
Making my way through all vids🤣👍
The 2nd gen is good if you avoid the diesel manual that has a dual mass flywheel which quickly wears out, and the 2.0cvvt petrol manual has a rattly gearbox which makes a vibrate noise at certain revs. The foot operated hand brake is also a pig to use on hill starts and panic stalls, often becomes weak cos people forget its on and garages are often too lazy to tighten it again and it simply makes no sense in the manuals. Clearly was designed as an auto first and foremost.
However the independent suspension all round, discs all round of the MK2 mean it handles and rides very well indeed. I seriously haven't been in a car that takes speed humps better. And the 2.0 142bhp cvvt timing chain Theta 1 engine is reliable, not too thirsty and quite quick.
Nice modern shape and interior too. People moan about MPV's (unless they have a German badge), but they actually are the most sensible type of car and in some cases drive better than the hatchback, saloon, estate, crossover, 4x4 that people buy instead. Screw what people think of you.
Hello again, yet another 'brilliant' used car review. Please keep this up as everyone else does 'NEW CAR' reviews. As a private car buyer I aways buy used cars so your type of review is extremely very useful.
P.S. Southern Spain looks good even in January. Best Regards. RichardA.
Thanks for watching! I picked the only overcast day, the rest of the time was lovely
That feeling when you see a video title that poses a question, immediately answer it with "No" and then, having watched it find yourself thinking ... weeeeeell, that's actually not too bad a car. (For the missus mind, not me.)
Driving a 7-seater does not necessarily say you've given up on yourself - just that you sometimes have to ferry around up to 6 other people. I think until very recently, the people giving up on themselves we're those buying Mondeos - which is probably one of the reasons why Ford is sneaking out of that segment.
Thats possibly true too. Perfectly capable but very boring cars. I'm not sure anyone will be sad that they're stopping making them
Last year traded my dreadful, unreliable, incredibly expensive to maintain, cheap plastic interiored 2012 VW Touran 1.6 SE DSG for one of these, after the boss of the local Auto Gearbox Centre told me he'd never had to fix a Kia or a Suzuki in years but was wall to wall in German autos. It was probably to best car decision I've ever made. The Kia drives better and is made of better stuff. My only quibble is it does 10 miles less to the gallon, but when you don't have to worry about yet another sodding amber light coming on in the dash (followed by another big repair bill), it doesn't matter a damn. I'm never buying another German car. It's Kia all the way for me now.
I think they're far more reliable than the VW's to be honest
I always feel sad for those 2 seaters... Lonely people buy those without friends. This car for us means enjoying much trips with the kids, friends, family. It seems perfect.
good, honest, hilarious review!
Cheers :)
Isn't it basically a C max? Whereabouts in Spain?:)
Can you do a Sportage vid at some point... I truly trust your reviews 👍
Good shout
Thanks for this review. This helped in my decision when toying with getting a Kia after having VAG cars for most of my life. My beloved 2006 Touran 1.6 FSI gave up the ghost and I needed something more modern, younger and at a reasonable price. It was either a Kia Carens or a Zafira Tourer as VW are now too expensive. I took the gamble on the Carens as there aren't so many of them about. Now I own a 2017 Kia Carens 4 1.7 CRDI. Lots of mod cons and is very quick on the motorway. I love it! Apart from the steering wheel settings you mentioned (you should read the manual about the options the Korean translation is funny to read), I find the suspension isn't as firm as the VAG cars. But I can fit all the family in and is definitely a better upgrade to the previous VW Touran. To me it feels like a beefed up hot hatch and looks a lot more appealing than the Zafira. Plus mine came with a set of roof bars. What more can a Dad ask for lol. Thanks again
Good choice! I'd rather have one than a zafira too
Good analysis. Spanish drivers usually have big problems with roundabouts, think that modern way to get driving license is something recently, 40 years ago getting a driver's license was almost a joke. Enjoy Andalucía, is a great place with an enormous culture and best gastronomy.
I've a Carens Emotion, and as family car, it is "the option", I also prefer diesel engine for this car, I think it is more comfortable than GDi motor (in case of Spain we only could get the 1.6 GDi).
Jose M Andrés Thanks for watching!
Great video, I have to agree on the Citroen thing, I've had a couple of rentals as I only drive automatics. I could never drive a Citroen, it drove me mental, what with the gearbox and the digital speedo.
I've got a 2017 Carens DCT Auto. It had a judder. Then I moaned and Kia fitted a 'modified lay shaft'. I have no idea what that is, but the judder has gone and the gear change is smooth as silk. I think the reason Kia have no recalls is that they quietly fix stuff they got wrong in the first place under warranty. Customer service from Gravells Kia, by the way, is superb.
Seat Altea XL 1.9 105 on long run also 42mpg doing 80+ mph.
Thanks 4this vid looking forward to c-max or touran sometime.
Cheers
My altea xl 2 litre is great on fuel, 50 mpg all day long. Just not a 7 seater, that's why I'm sure they didn't sell well
@@jamieogorman9461 altea xl 7 seater?
@@cezary7082 no only 5 seater, bigger boot then a standard altea
Thanks for this video, I'm looking at buying the Carens 3 post 2013 as it comes with sensors, camera and heated seats/steering wheel
Thank you. Happy New Year. Food for thought. I need a car Kia, Hyundai definitely need to think other than the usual.
Sometimes you just want a day in baggy grey pants . Comparing them with a Kia carens is wrong as there is only one I'd be seen in.
Graet vid as usual.
Haha thats true
I disagree with the MPV statement. I wouldn´t mind say a Ford S-Max, I like the looks of it and from what I´ve heard they drive great. I´ve driven both a 2016 focus estate and 2014 mondeo, both diesels, and they feel planted on the road and the steerings realy precise and nice as was the gearbox, so with that in mind, wouldn´t mind owning a S-Max.
Plus these cars a very practical and when the seats are folded, make a nice little camper :) It´s nice to have space when taking friends and or family on roadtrips too.
Owned a Skoda Superb hatchback which was nice in its own right, but Fords steering was better, imho.
The automakers seem to have catch up with MPVs. Chryslers Pacifica isn´t to shabby either.
As always, nice review!
Lovely Jubbly, another oddball car video, think it would look better in a silver paint though.
Ok... so I thought the thumbnail was a 2 series active tour and being from the states I got excited. After I watched the video I realized I have to go the gym. Came for the car review, will stay for the life coaching lessons!
Hahaha Thanks for watching. Enjoy your workout :)
Alexander Esqueda I’ve got a 2 series active tourer (220D M sport Xdrive) - despite the usual car journalists poor reviews, I found it to be a brilliant car, 190BHP, 0-60 in 7 seconds, 140mph top speed but good on fuel when driven normally, averaged 55mpg on a trip to France last year in it and plenty of room to get comfortable as a driver, looks are subjective and it’s not an M3, but it’s better than the 3 series E46 I used to own and the Ford Kuga which was my last car. Not sure how long I will keep it though as I’m debating getting a Range Rover Discovery Sport
I have this car, Rondo EX and its great ! Only bad thing is the low profile tires for the roads we got here in Quebec, reminds me of my 2005 toyota matrix but bigger. Great buy used since nobody wants them 😀 probably wont be cheap when it will be time to repair it...
Better than the Rover you had previous,I drew the line on that,didn’t even watch,wasn’t even 1st April either
Top work again 👍
Haha Thanks for watching :)
Solved it for me, been fluffing around to get one of these....now I can
Right now we have two carens with disassembled engines in our shop, both had high oil consumption and less that 80k kilometers. 1.6 gdi
Timing chain issue maybe?
Welcome back mate happy 2020✅😎👍
Thanks!
Loads of space for sailbags though when you go yotting and do battle with the Manchester Navy down Conwy way !!
Hey you leave Conwy out of this .😄
Ah! You finally posted a video. How kind of you, good sir.
I've been meaning to work on them for ages. I've edited 3 today, so this is the first of many
Yes get to the gym in the M3. Hey by the way. The wim Hof method or breathing technique is brilliant and simple and works immediately. Z3 review if you get one in .Cheers
Will do! :)
A great great video. Happy new year mate!
Thanks :)
You chose the wrong time to come,,,the tile chills are upon us,,, Kia's are rated here by the hire companies but prices scary,,,maybe with interests here you should open satellite dealership here,,,warranties good in Spain but finding cars a shock,,,good review,,,hope you get sun soon,we got it along the coast,,,👍
Thats right :)
Must first say happy new year Richard my folt I inscribed by mistake missed your channel my have my drunken Christmas thanks
Brilliant review 👍
Thank you! 👍
I'm in the Mojicar area at the moment, so quiet you could reverse back around any island no problem
Haha thats true
“Rondo” means widow in Javanese. Now I understand here it’s called Carens.
Hahaha
Hi Matt another brilliant video glad you didn’t mention coach drivers because that is what I do.
Happy new year best wishes ian.
Anything planned from the JLR stable anytime soon matt
Thanks for watching Ian. I've got a video with an Evoque coming soon :)
High Peak Autos brilliant that will make interesting viewing cannot wait for that take care.
I would like to see a SL350
Definitely this year!
This car = getting to that stage in life where disgraceful peoples who have no class or self respect become alcoholics and eat shit, or you have the opposite where you buy a drivers car : jag,Range Rover,Audi and go to the gym and eat healthy. Love your videos, such a great guy, level headed and has common sense, or not so common because of all the half wits there is about today( there’s loads), would love to go on a road trip with you when I’m old enough 😂😒😒, keep it up, love your work, always something to look forward to watching on you tube 👍👍🇬🇧🔧
I think life gets in the way and people can't be bothered to fight it - but its a shame to let that happen. Thanks for watching!
People just loose themselves and what they care for and want, so they just settle for anything
A thorough humourous review Matt .... you haven't convinced me to sell XF (your review made my mind up for me) and get one though ;)
Cheers
Mike
Haha thanks! I'd keep the Jag too :)
Fantastic and honest review as always, your scenery looks better than Stoke on Trent if I’m honest 😂😂
Haha yes thats true!
Hi there,
I'm looking for a MPV and was thinking about the Carens.
I'm having 2 small kids and found a deal with 160000km for a Carens from 2013 or 175000km from 2018.
Obviously the recent one has all options but the older one less km and a bit cheaper.
Can anyone confirm that model with this 1.6 engine is reliable? If I go with the one from 2018, how many extra km I can expect before having troubles or main repairs?
Both cars seems to be in good shape with full service/history book and the car would be for 4, 5 years max.
Thank you! 🙏
Few years back I wouldn’t touch a KIA with a stick but in the last few years they actually got impressively better
They definitely have
We’ve just had our 4th child...couldn’t bring myself to get an MPV. So bought an XC90 much cooler 😎
Jack Mundy That’s what I would do to be honest
You've got 4 kids and all you're worried about is looking cool... Good one
@@andyw8064 where did I say that was all I was worried about?
Ah the sights of Benalmadena ! Wonderful. Nice review Matt. What happened to the car you drove over before and left in Spain? Happy New Year from me in Moraira (near Denia). Regards Col.
Cheers Col. Well spotted! I sold that Rav4 a few months ago
Good review 👍
david kenyon thanks!
You hit the nail on the head , needed a 2.0tdi
Manual trans would of got you the mpg '
Done the fill ups many times
@ Morrison's Gib ' plus some Lambert and butlers :))
Again good review ' on a jobsworth car
Haha yes thats right! Thanks for watching :)
Nice car mate and Spain even nicer 🤣. Good man
amazing review, funny :) does this careens has more leg room than kia ceed? I have 2014 kia ceed :)
Yes it does
Fab video/review
Sajid Bashir Cheers!
Finally a normal people's car. You're going the right way. I expect a Dacia or a Lada to be reviewed next and then topping it all off with my native Yugo. 🤗
Dacia coming soon :)
Looks like a decent, safe vehicle to ferry your sprogs around
6:08 onwards: Fuengirola bus station and then left along the paseo towards Benalmádena?
Great video as usual. One of these visits, you're going to make it all the way to Marbella hopefully!
Well spotted! Yes for sure :)
I wonder how well these newer Kia's hold up, or if they'll fall apart with low mileage.
Please please do a review on the Picasso you pictured. I had one (for a very short time) and I would like you to let the world know just how bad a car can be - and if even you could do it without expletives.
Haha that would be funny
"Baggy grey sweatpants " sounds a bit like me mate but it still won't stop me liking Jags + Rangies, lol 😅👍.
Pleased to hear it!
If we can't have a laugh what's the point 🙂👍
kevin rogers Exactly!
Is 2.0l diesel automatic better for this car?
Great video.I drive a suv,the Mrs brought me some grey sweatpants for crimbo.May be she's trying to tell me something.
Haha thanks for watching :)
Looks good!
You are thinking it would do more MPG because the older Carens was very good on fuel usage.
You seem to review a random selection of cars but I enjoy them regardless. Would like to see your opinion on saab. I had a 9-3 convertible. The scuttle shake was comedic and it always needed something repaired but it was a fun car to drive.
Thanks for watching! I do plan on filming with some Saabs soon :)
manual and auto different? i see manual caren seems more strong pick upZ?
Hiya, thank you for the review........no satnav or touch screen in the Carens then?
Not on this model
@@HighPeakAutos How unbelievably stingy of Kia!
I'm looking for a van type of vehicle family mover. But I'm at a crossroads weather I should go for something like this or a Berlingo type of car. What's your thoughts folks?. By the way the weather is awful in Stockport today.
Miserable weather today isn't it
@@HighPeakAutos i it is so windy my neighbor's house cladding has blown off just missing my car.
Thanks for you review.
I´m one of those parents like you who´s "forced" to buy one of these cars and yes i agree with you, t´s the first MPV that actually doesn´t look like one at all! It´s really nice car blend of mpv/crossover which are quite trendy nowadays.
Would you reccomend one? Comparing to the touran, that everyone says it´s much better value car, but it´s taxi people carrier looks really pu me away....
Thanks for watching. I’d rather have a Carens than a Touran personally. I think they’re more reliable and look less like an MPV
Will we ever see you standing? Outside the cabin?
My neighbour has this car. Exact same colour and it’s even a 63 plate wow
It might be the exact car. I sold it to a guy in Salford
This is the car I dream about
Hahaha I thought as much
Not because you mentioned Chris Harris,s name but I’m thinking thinking your on exactly the same path as him, he’s a great reviewer as are you.
Thank you :)
You think it's bad driving round their. Try Athens , I think they went to the Ben Hur school of motoring.
These were available in the United States with a V6...
Averaged around 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.
They were still one of the slowest cars on the road and the 4 cylinder was even worse.
Didn't sell partially well either as for a few more dollars you could get a Dodge Caravan.
Was it the Rondo in the US?
@@HighPeakAutos Yes.
You've had my attention after "Karen's KIA".
I have a feeling that if you press the brat mirror again when open it folds into a glasses holder, but could be wrong. The “meh” fuel economy will be due to the relatively old fashioned 6 speed slush box. I’m running around in a brand new Kia Rio courtesy car with that gearbox atm. It’s ok. But it’s not great.
You might be right :)
I've been trying to find out about Kia auto boxes. As you say the new Rio from 2018 has a (stated to be brand new) torque converter box but some other Kias particularly the Carens and Sportage switched from this to a Double Clutch box for their EU6 diesel in 2016 so may get better mpg. Probably a big mistake though now that DCTs are about as popular as call girl in a gay bar.
Keith Matthews Apparently there has been lots of issues with KIA’s DCT. I think the DCT will definitely be more efficient though. I think my criticisms of their slush box are probably more related to my usage - I live in the Isle of Man and climb a 1400ft mountain on the way to work every day without national limits. Its not your average commute. It’s probably fine for your average suburb dweller and motorway user in the UK.
How about a ford cougar review ? Rare cars these days.. I thought they looked great, bit thirsty though
I've not had one of those for many years. Very good V6 though off memory
@@HighPeakAutos same engine as the old Mondeo. I think the inside looks great ! Especially the back seats with the cup holders ha ha
You should do one with first gen Sorento.
I keep meaning to do that. They're not bad
Car No, Spain yes. Especially Estepona
I would never buy this car. But I will always watch your videos. Another great one
Thanks!
Please review more minivans.
I gave up when you got to pants . 🤣🤣🤣🤣
That looks like a lovely area to live ..great review also 🤙
Cheers! The day I chose to film was overcast. The rest of the trip it was lovely blue skies
On Holiday again mate 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
I was over there for Christmas :)
All minivans are uncool, doesn’t matter which one you’ve got.
i drove the citroen c4 picasso from swiss to Germany did manage to get 180kmh from the small 1.6 engine with 7 people oh my god was the car all over the place, awful experience
Terrible cars. I hate them
and Hans is still trying to get the smell of shit and fear out of the seats as we speak.....
What do you think of the 2012 BMW i..
Thank you kg
Which one?
Probably meant 320 or 318 with 2.0d 170 or 150 touring
Manual :)
Seriously I watch ya to pick perfect daily divers car, like 318d or similar 10yr old banger.
I apologize there,,and BMW 328i 2012 80000 miles into door automatic thank you
Does that have a 2.0 4 cylinder?
They have come on along way Kia, seems like a good value car. Spain's walls aren't as good as the peak districts.
Haha they don't quite have the same charm as the dry-stone ones
I look down at my legs and think oh crap 🤦♂️
Haha :)
I'm looking for one to replace a VW Touran, but i'd rather get a car, not a Creche on wheels.
Thats the trouble with this kind of car isn't it. Theres not much choice if you want something interesting.
I use to work for kia distribution centre in stalingbough in Lincolnshire I have driven loads of these and I dont like them you want to take the plastic out of the floors it takes about 45 to 50 mins to do good vlog tho
The are a good engine tho the site manager had a shortage 3 years old 150000miles before he had trouble with the engine 1.7 diesel the car went to auction tho
Sportarge I ment to say
I think I'd become suicidal if I had to daily a Picasso
I'd definitely just end it... Its not worth it.
My 2.3litre mitsubishi diesel outlander 4 wheel drive does 38 to 42mpg most of the time that fuel consumption is crap for that car.
I’d say it’s probably underpowered to be fair, like most UK sold cars thanks to the high cost of fuel, climate change etc - reckon it should be at least a 2.0 litre diesel in it
Grey baggy sweat pants, with or without stripes down the legs ? And is 'builders bum' optional or mandatory ? :)
Haha the rest is optional :)
You need to go method and wear clothing appropriate to the car you're driving. And the accent and mannerisms! Tracksuit bottoms, leather shoes and zip up cardigan in this case.
Haha I'll keep that in mind
🤣🤣🤣🤣Omg....... The 1st couple of minutes you described me and my life🤣🤣🤣🤣 well I'm doing something about it......... Sold the c4 grand Picasso and the baggy grey sweat pants have been swapped for jeans since I lost some weight 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Haha Good for you! Keep it up :)