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The 2016 Kia Rondo presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting excellent reliability and a low-risk ownership proposition.

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Model-year guides

201620152014201320122011
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Specifications by model year

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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
2016000000
2015000000
2014000000
2013000000
201218252113.079.4111.2
201118252113.079.4111.2

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleengineTransmissionDrivetrainCylindersDisplacementFuel type
2016wagon——————
2015wagon——————
2014wagon——————
2013wagon——————
2012wagonCylinders: 6, Displacement: 2.7, Fuel type: RegularAutomatic 5-spdFront-Wheel Drive62.7Regular
2011wagonCylinders: 6, Displacement: 2.7, Fuel type: RegularAutomatic 5-spdFront-Wheel Drive62.7Regular

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearGVWR
2016Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2015Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2014Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2013Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2012Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
2011Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearnhtsaSafetyRatingsadasRolloverRated vehicletpms
2016—————
2015—————
2014—————
2013—————
2012—————
2011Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2011 Kia Rondo 4 DR FWDtpms: standard42011 Kia Rondo 4 DR FWDstandard

Model year reports

2016

Newest
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The 2016 Kia Rondo presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting excellent reliability and a low-risk ownership proposition.

2015

Open report

The 2015 Kia Rondo presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls or complaints, earning it an 'Excellent' reliability verdict.

2014

Open report

The 2014 Kia Rondo stands out with an exceptional lack of reported recalls and complaints, earning it an excellent reliability verdict.

2013

Open report

The 2013 Kia Rondo stands out with an exceptionally clean record, boasting zero recalls and zero complaints according to NHTSA data.

2012

Open report

The 2012 Kia Rondo presents an excellent reliability profile, boasting zero recalls and zero consumer complaints in its dataset.

2011

Open report

The 2011 Kia Rondo offers practical space and a capable V6, but a significant fire risk recall demands immediate attention.

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Kia Rondo?

Carfocal currently has 6 published Rondo reports, covering 2011 through 2016. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2016 Kia Rondo presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting excellent reliability and a low-risk ownership proposition.

Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016.

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Is the Kia Rondo reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Kia Rondo. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2016 kia rondo presents an exceptionally clean record with zero recalls and complaints, suggesting excellent reliability and a low-risk ownership proposition. and the 2016 kia rondo's value proposition is strong, primarily due to its outstanding reliability record. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Kia Rondo?

Across Carfocal's published Rondo guides, recurring problem areas include HECU Module, Brake System, and Cooling System. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.

Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: HECU Module, Brake System, and Cooling System.

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Supporting data
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Years tracked
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Data sources
NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints

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