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2022 Kia Cerato price and specs
After a mid-life update earlier in 2021, Kia isn't making any changes to the Cerato for the new year.
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About the Kia Cerato
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2021 Kia Cerato is a small car offered in both 4D sedan and 5D hatchback body styles. Used prices in Australia typically range from $21,490 for the S variant and topping out at $34,190 for the GT.
There are 6 variants of the Cerato available in Australia and this generation went on sale in March of 2021.
Engine options include 2.0L multi-point injection (112kW/192Nm) and 1.6L turbo petrol direct injection (150kW/265Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 7-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2021 Cerato was offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2021 Kia Cerato Price
S
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $22,190 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $22,190 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $24,490 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $24,490 |
S Safety Pack
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $22,490 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $22,690 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $25,990 |
Sport Safety Pack
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $24,690 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $25,190 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $27,490 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $27,490 |
Sport
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $23,690 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $23,690 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $26,990 |
Sport+ Safety Pack
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $30,040 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $30,040 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.6L, 7-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | $34,190 |
| 1.6L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $34,190 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Kia Cerato Dimensions
1445mm
1780mm
4510mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2021 Kia Cerato Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Cerato
The most fuel efficient Kia Cerato is the GT with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 1.6L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION and uses 6.8L of unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Kia Cerato that uses the most amount of fuel is the S with a 6-speed Manual which is powered by a 2.0L MULTI-POINT INJECTION and uses 7.6L of unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| Kia Cerato | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.6 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.4 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.4 L/100km |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.4 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Cerato?
You should service your Cerato at your authorised Kia dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Cerato's warranty.
2021 Kia Cerato Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Cerato?
The Kia Cerato offers a 7 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Kia Cerato FAQs
The cheapest Kia Cerato is the S that starts from $21,490.
The most expensive Kia Cerato is the GT that starts from $34,190.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Cerato is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: Sport and Sport Safety Pack.
The largest Kia Cerato is the Sport which measures 1800mm wide, 4640mm in length and sits 1440mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Cerato is the GT which has 150kW of power from its 1.6L TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION engine.
The Kia Cerato is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Cerato is the GT which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Cerato uses unleaded.