2018 Kia Cerato K3 / Forte (BD Series) + 2021 Facelift

[Bigmouse1987]

Think it’s really dependent on how hungry the salesperson is/was.

[Twich]

The K3 is sold to a select group of buyers locally. The target group of buyers are sensitive to price and are willing to forgo features like airbags to get to a certain price.

So that turbo version isn't going to appeal to this target group. As for other buyers, there are many alternatives with a higher price tag that cater to those with a deeper pocket that want performance and are willing to pay for it.

So what turbo... Where to chon...

This latest model is almost fully equip.

Whatever you do, you must know what is your means.

Have you tested this car?

I had. 3 days ago.

Pick up not that bad for a family car.

One thing, I can assure you. The road holding is very much better than Altis.

I did not hesitate to book this car.

I am only paying less than $800 per month for the next 6 months. Wonderful...

By the way, my HDB flat is fully paid.

[therock]

So what turbo... Where to chon...

This latest model is almost fully equip.

Whatever you do, you must know what is your means.

Have you tested this car?

I had. 3 days ago.

Pick up not that bad for a family car.

One thing, I can assure you. The road holding is very much better than Altis.

I did not hesitate to book this car.

I am only paying less than $800 per month for the next 6 months. Wonderful...

By the way, my HDB flat is fully paid.

Bravo bro!

You found your dream car and are financially prudent

[Twich]

So what turbo... Where to chon...

This latest model is almost fully equip.

Whatever you do, you must know what is your means.

Have you tested this car?

I had. 3 days ago.

Pick up not that bad for a family car.

One thing, I can assure you. The road holding is very much better than Altis.

I did not hesitate to book this car.

I am only paying less than $800 per month for the next 6 months. Wonderful...

By the way, my HDB flat is fully paid.

So sorry! Typo error. For the next 6 years. Not 6 months.

[Bigmouse1987]

So sorry! Typo error. For the next 6 years. Not 6 months.

Six months would have been awesome. I’ll cancel the order and fly to your salesperson. Haha!

[Sktan10]

So what turbo... Where to chon...

This latest model is almost fully equip.

Whatever you do, you must know what is your means.

Have you tested this car?

I had. 3 days ago.

Pick up not that bad for a family car.

One thing, I can assure you. The road holding is very much better than Altis.

I did not hesitate to book this car.

I am only paying less than $800 per month for the next 6 months. Wonderful...

By the way, my HDB flat is fully paid.

Haha bro!

You buy car(or rent from gov 10yrs only) and your hdb flat fully paid any related?lol....

[Twich]

Haha bro!

You buy car(or rent from gov 10yrs only) and your hdb flat fully paid any related?lol....

Lease 99 years.

Haha bro!

You buy car(or rent from gov 10yrs only) and your hdb flat fully paid any related?lol....

So sorry for the error! Maybe too happy to find my dream car within my means.

Haha bro!

You buy car(or rent from gov 10yrs only) and your hdb flat fully paid any related?lol....

Car any time can give up. But, not housing.

[13177]

So what turbo... Where to chon...

This latest model is almost fully equip.

Whatever you do, you must know what is your means.

Have you tested this car?

I had. 3 days ago.

Pick up not that bad for a family car.

One thing, I can assure you. The road holding is very much better than Altis.

I did not hesitate to book this car.

I am only paying less than $800 per month for the next 6 months. Wonderful...

By the way, my HDB flat is fully paid.

Road holding is better than altis? How about the handling of the new cerato? Always heard altis is a good in handling and drive.

[Twich]

Road holding is better than altis? How about the handling of the new cerato? Always heard altis is a good in handling and drive.

Please test drive. Have a feel.

[Bigmouse1987]

Road holding is better than altis? How about the handling of the new cerato? Always heard altis is a good in handling and drive.

 

Just comparing with the 2015 K3, the suspension is noticeable harder. Can feel that the frame is more rigid too. You are gonna feel more bumps at low speeds, but at faster speeds, your ride will feel more planted and yet more comfortable than the Mazda 3. But of course, this is based on a super new car. Not sure how it will perform down the road.

 

However, at this price, it won't be the best. In the $100,000-ish region, the Golf or even the Octavia definitely provides better driving feel.

Edited July 26, 2018 by Bigmouse1987

[13177]

Just comparing with the 2015 K3, the suspension is noticeable harder. Can feel that the frame is more rigid too. You are gonna feel more bumps at low speeds, but at faster speeds, your ride will feel more planted and yet mote comfortable than the Mazda 3. But of course, this is based on a super new car. Not sure how it will perform down the road.

 

However, at this price, it won't be the best. In the $100,000-ish region, the Golf or even the Octavia definitely provides better driving feel.

Harder suspension? Reminds me of honda cars. Could feel more bumps on the road on honda cars. Lol.

Please test drive. Have a feel.

After the launch, maybe find time go test drive. Lol.

[Bigmouse1987]

Harder suspension? Reminds me of honda cars. Could feel more bumps on the road on honda cars. Lol.

After the launch, maybe find time go test drive. Lol.

 

Good point. The 2019 Cerato is definitely softer than the Honda City. Honda City isn't great when it comes to ride comfort. Comparing Cerato and Civic, I can't find a clear winner. :)

[Ongys80]

The new k3 already available for test drive at showroom now?

I've seen them on the roads at C&C Alexandra since Tuesday. Not too sure if it's open to public or pre-registered interest, but they are definitely test driven. At least 4 test drive cars.

[Twich]

Good point. The 2019 Cerato is definitely softer than the Honda City. Honda City isn't great when it comes to ride comfort. Comparing Cerato and Civic, I can't find a clear winner. :)

Have you tested the car?

I did 3 days ago!

Not on the highway. On the curving road.

Test and let me know. Thank you.

[Cheefarn]

Road holding is better than altis? How about the handling of the new cerato? Always heard altis is a good in handling and drive.

 

oh god... I dont know what have you been smoking....Altis as being a good handling car?! The G9 and G10 were very wobbly at just about any surfaces. G9 in particular had such flexible chassis that u can literally feel the chassis flexing when u try to do fast corners. The chassis also flexes when there is heavy load behind. Springs and shocks were really soft...

 

The current G11 is better but still far from being a sporty car. The chassis is still a modified G9 no matter what Toyota marketing people tried to convince u. 

 

The new Cerato will out handle the Altis anytime anywhere

[Friendstar]

So what turbo... Where to chon...

This latest model is almost fully equip.

Whatever you do, you must know what is your means.

Have you tested this car?

I had. 3 days ago.

Pick up not that bad for a family car.

One thing, I can assure you. The road holding is very much better than Altis.

I did not hesitate to book this car.

I am only paying less than $800 per month for the next 6 months. Wonderful...

By the way, my HDB flat is fully paid.

HDB fully paid...

 

I envy u leh.

So rich!

 

T2 will be proud of u

[Twich]

HDB fully paid...

 

I envy u leh.

So rich!

 

T2 will be proud of u

You can do it also.

oh god... I dont know what have you been smoking....Altis as being a good handling car?! The G9 and G10 were very wobbly at just about any surfaces. G9 in particular had such flexible chassis that u can literally feel the chassis flexing when u try to do fast corners. The chassis also flexes when there is heavy load behind. Springs and shocks were really soft...

 

The current G11 is better but still far from being a sporty car. The chassis is still a modified G9 no matter what Toyota marketing people tried to convince u.

 

The new Cerato will out handle the Altis anytime anywhere

I have tested. It has totally change my mind set for the new Kia Cerato.

[Bigmouse1987]

Have you tested the car?

I did 3 days ago!

Not on the highway. On the curving road.

Test and let me know. Thank you.

 

Yes, of course I tested and I liked what I felt. :) It surely won't be perfect, but hey, it is a fine product from kimchi land.

Edited July 26, 2018 by Bigmouse1987