Smaller manual sedans are a disappearing breed in the car market. Changing consumer trends mean less people drive manuals, but Rob Fraser has just spent a week in one.
Launched in 2019 the Kia Cerato S Manual Sedan is the entry point to the range.
Cerato sedan is a surprisingly good looking vehicle with sleek design with a coupe like profile.
Inside it is as you would expect for an entry model, a little bland, yet still comes with features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8 inch touch screen with a 6 speaker audio system and clear Bluetooth connectivity.
Although it misses a few safety features it is well equipped as standard and has an excellent reversing camera.
Powered by a 2.0L 4 cylinder petrol engine that produces enough power for most people and drives the front wheels through a six speed manual transmission using about 7.6l/100k.
Priced from about $21,500 plus the usual costs, it comes with Kia’s outstanding owner benefits package.
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