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A total surprise - I LOVE it!
Auto-holic, 08/31/2017
updated 09/07/2018
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
I come from a dealership family and we currently own several vehicles in our household plus 4 motorcycles so I switch cars frequently. I'm an "auto-holic" with lots of experience with all types : sports, sedans, trucks, SUV's, etc., everything from luxury to econo, 4-banger to V8, stick to automatic, and foreign & domestic. I recently wanted a car with better MPG for work but had a limited budget. I obsessively shopped online for vehicles that I was already familiar with and could afford but had never even considered a Kia Rondo. Frankly, there aren't enough of them on the USA roads to even notice (though more popular in Canada). When I saw an ad for an '08 with 68K miles & competitive price, I agreed to look at it per the urging of my husband and mechanic-son. Was so unimpressed with the exterior that I was hesitant to drive it, but when I did, WOW, I was almost embarrassed for overlooking this gem for many years! It was extremely responsive, nimble, comfortable, more than enough power with V6 for competitive, congested highway driving, SUPER smooth transmission and handling, all the creature comforts (leather, sunroof, 6-CD stereo, Aux jacks, etc), and awesome visibility, 3 rows - 2 fold flat for much cargo space. Handles like a much newer car, feels solid, and zero performance or reliability hiccups. The Rondo is quiet, too, transferring very little road noise to the interior. For my needs in congested city traffic, and high-speed long distance driving, this car has not disappointed! When I hit the gas, it instantly gives me what I need for passing and maneuvering. I only wish it were brand new so I could keep it longer because they're not sold in USA anymore :-( But from where I am, might travel to Canada for a newer one to enjoy longer. MPG is impressive at 25city/29hwy, much better than advertised, and I am NOT easy on the accelerator. I have owned this Rondo for 6 months now and it is currently my favorite car to drive. Cars currently in my household are Chevy Bronco, 2x Nissan Maxima, Mitsubishi Outlander, Mazda B2000 truck, Cadillac CTS, and my personal fav Kia Rondo. I wrote this review because I feel the vehicle never got the recognition it deserved and was seriously overlooked.
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I'd buy another one in a heart beat.
joel41, 04/26/2012
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
I can't say enough positive about this car. I bought it as a demonstrator with 10,800miles and paid $220 more than a 10 year old Honda CRV with 110,000 miles on the same lot. Head and leg room as well as visability is better than my Dodge Caravan. Rear seats lay all the way flat which is great for hauling and camping. Doors open all the way which allows to load a box the full size of the door in the back (unlike my dad's Buick. With the V6 engine, there is more than enough spunk to get up to spead on the freeway. On a country road, I had it up to 110 mph and was still accelorating. It can be "fun to drive" when I want to.
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It Keeps Going
A Great Family Car 2, 09/25/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I doing a follow up review on our Rondo, we have owned it for 1-1/2 years and still love it. We replace our Ford Windstar mini van and never looked back. This has been a reliable vehicle, we have over 22,000 miles on it now, been to CA from WA Twice, we got over 27 miles to the gallon fully loaded with a car topper on it. Great power over the mountains! Things we had done to vehicle: Tinted windows, Mud flaps & Cross bars for roof rack. Future Items: Trailer hitch. We have the 7 passenger version had every seat filled, still great power! We Would still buy this vehicle if we were looking again!
Love my Rondo.
fargsnalt, 05/30/2015
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
28 of 30 people found this review helpful
I bought my Rondo in 2012 with about 63,000 miles. I just passed the 100,000 mile mark with no major problems. We have changed brake pads, air conditioner coils and tires in that time. Gas mileage is not great, but cargo room is good and we can take 7 people in it. Third row seat is fairly easy to get to, even for a 6'6" person like myself.
SO Disappointed
drivingmom2, 03/09/2014
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
We bought our Rondo new in 2008. At the time it was exactly the car we were looking for, as it had the third row stow-and-go seats. We had reasonable performance from it for the first five years, although it did have a few factory recalls in that time. HOWEVER, two months after the five-year warranty expired, the engine failed. Despite the fact that I had followed the warranty maintenance schedule, KIA Canada would do nothing to assist us with this matter and we ended up having to have a second-hand motor installed. Apparently KIA create disposable cars and are not prepared to back their products. Like a previous poster, I too am a bit embarrassed about having recommended KIA to friends.
An excellent vehicle
Excellent Kia Rondo, 09/27/2020
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
The Kia Rondo has by far exceeded my expectations. I bought it not expecting much from a cheap Korean MPV, but the reliability and low maintenance cost is surprising. The car, despite being a V6, returns about 22mpg in the city if driven conservatively. Note that this MPG can be achieved by running 38psi in the tires and removing the 3rd row seats. The V6 also offers plenty of power, as the car can climb hills without being forced to downshift too often. The 5 speed transaxle also shifts smoothly, and came from the factory with an auxiliary air cooler. The engine is very easy to work on in the rare event it does need work, with the exception of the rear 3 spark plugs. The transmission is also easy to service, and comes with a dipstick to allow for easy checking and filling of fluid. This may not sound too important, but consider that many modern cars have no ATF dipstick, and fluid changes are difficult. Despite having over 140,000 miles, the engine has no noticeable oil consumption between changes. Despite its price, the car seems very well built, and I plan on running it past 250,000 miles.
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The Rondo is a Steal
CelticRondo, 06/15/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle to drive around people at work and to travel around the states with two dogs. I can fit four adult in it all eating lunch comfortably. Took a four thousand mile drive through MN, NY, FL, and the Midwest. It handles the mountains and beaches with ease. I even had enough room to layout in the back to sleep on the road. I am comfortable driving it and my riders enjoy the extra room and cup holders. It's like a boring friend. It will do everything you ask of it but your hip friends don't like being seen with it.
$2,000 A/C repair @ 45k
anjay, 06/24/2013
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
Background: I bought the car off-lease in May '09 with 16k on the odometer. With the exception of so-so gas mileage, I though I'd scored an excellent deal. Then, in 2012, just after the 5-year warranty expired, I learned from my [very reliable] auto tech that the A/C compressor clutch had failed and would cost $2,000 to repair. This is a huge cash outlay for a relatively young vehicle w/ just over 45k. I'm embarrassed to tell anyone b/c I've been hyping the Rondo as a great value for four years. I won't be doing that any more.
A pleasant surprise and still going!
Tully, 06/10/2017
updated 06/13/2018
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought mine new in January of 2009 and have put over 180,000 miles on it including from Tennessee to California and back loaded down. Only problems related to a fender bender a few years ago, otherwise car has been nothing but reliable. Nothing fancy, easy to get in and out of, averaged about 24mpg, more than adequate power and handling, LOTS of room. A pleasant surprise indeed and still going.
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2 summers old and AC BAD, won't FIX IT!
Diane Miller, 05/16/2010
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
IN 3/08 we bought our Rondo and in 4/10 the AC Compressor went our and the dealership or KIA company want fix it under warranty. A 18,000 dollar car should last more that 2 years! We had a KIA van before this Rondo and the AC also went out on it. KIA has bad compressors, so I want buy another one! Buyer Beware!
Great First time car
cmede, 02/02/2015
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought this little guy used about 2 weeks ago. I came from a giant Nissan Altima all plush and built for long drives. I got into this Rondo and fell in love instantly! The seats were spacious for my bigger size, the leg room was great and the overall feel of the car felt like quality. I never thought I would buy something that looked like this. I think it's not the nicest to look at. It reminds me of a wagon. But the way it grips the corners, gets up to highway speeds and truly is a hoot to drive. I was worried the 4 Cylinders was going to be a problem on the highway. I was mistaken. For my first car that I bought. I recommend it to anyone. It really is quality with the low price.
Never Had an Issue
Kerensa, 02/23/2015
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I was trading up to this from a 2005 Ford Focus that I absolutely hated. I needed something a bit more roomy with better visibility. I bought this used with minimal miles on it. I sold it 3 years later because I needed something with AWD in it, otherwise I would have kept it. I did routine maintenance on it and never had one issue with how it drove.
LOVE this "car"!
Jennifer, 12/10/2009
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We bought our car off the lot as a demo - so it was considered new. I wasn't sure about the value I would get but it's nearly a year later and we LOVE it! We get about 24 combine city/highway miles. We got all the bells and whistles (which hardly cost any extra), including the sunroof, leather and 3rd row. I am 5'6" and can fit in the 3rd row (wouldn't do it all the time and probably someone a bit taller would not fit unless they sat sideways). Plenty of room in the front and middle. The seats fold flat, which is hard to find.
Great Family Car!
Happy Kia Owner, 03/31/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We did a lot of research before we bought this vehicle. We were replacing our 98 Ford Windstar, we wanted better gas mileage, but still versatility. So we rented this vehicle for the weekend, highly recommended. Took it to the ocean and for the weekend and got 25mpg (200m 60% Hwy & 40% city). It handles worlds over a minivan, fun to drive, and parking lots are easy. Purchase process, we talked to the car sales arm of the rental agency, said we wanted dark as possible interior and 7 seater, they brought in a Silver exterior, with black interior. Ultimately we purchased it for $13,000 with 7,000 miles on it and we have gotten 21.8mpg strictly in town driving, that is what we expected.
WHAT A LEMON
jskayaker, 02/11/2015
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
18 of 24 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2008 Kia Rondo used with 19,000 miles on it...I really liked the car it suited my needs for hauling kids, dogs, kayaks and camping gear...but now at 51k miles the engine has locked up. I had the car serviced regularly and keep up on oil changes the whole nine. This is very very disheartening.....I still owe 9800 on the car and the new engine will cost 4800 to replace. I will never buy a KIA every again! I will also tell anyone buying a KIA to think again.
Great Car Until the Engine Goes
Jen, 10/15/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a Kia Rondo in April. Just this month they replaced the engine - the entire short block. It was making noise for a while and took some time to diagnose, but now my new car had to have a new engine put in. I am very nervous about this car for the future.
Try This!
Well Worth It, 12/24/2009
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I commute about 90 a day & the Rondo is better than I expected. Interior comfort, gauge layout (nicely illuminated @ night), road manners are all top notch. Safety features all around! Excellent. At idle, the 2.7L V6 is nearly silent. This engine has been a proven asset to Kia's line-up. 6-Speed auto. w/triptronic shift are remarkable - it hums @ 80mph. Using synthetic oil now & this has helped the overall performance. I tinted all windows. At 6.3", I am comfortable for long trips. Only regret - not adding leather & sunroof. Kia's are "cheap" in cost because the U.S. dollars buy more on Korean products. Kia's are not cheap in quailty. You should look into Kia next time around. Trust me.
Great family car....so far....
jason, 02/04/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought the Rondo for the price. I have only had it for a year, but so far it runs great and hasn't had any problems. The Rondo is very roomy and has a lot of features I would not have expected for the price. 8 different airbags, anti lock brakes, electronic stability control, 4 wheel disk brakes, and a auto shifter. So far it has proven to be a great family car and i would recommend one to anyone thinking of buying one. It does have a wind noise on the driver's side, which i have read about in other complaints, which the factory or dealers cannot fix, but it doesnt bother me anymore. I work with a bunch of guys with big egos, they make fun of me everyday for driving this vehicle...
Love it
z24racerchic, 10/21/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I had rented a car in 2008 and they gave me a Rondo. When I first saw it I thought what the frig is this thing, but I fell in love. In July 2010 I got a 2008 with only 25,000 miles on it for $11,000. Was thrilled. The dealership was 2 1/2 hours away because I had a hard time finding a good one around where I live. I love my Rondo. While many say its nothing much to look at I like how it looks. The performance is awesome. I have taken it on two trips into the mountains and it doesn't hesitate. The V6 has a lot of power. The interior is very, very roomy and I love the compartments for extra storage in the back. There is plenty of room to haul things.
Great experience with used Rondo
Laken B, 12/08/2019
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought a used 2008 Rondo EX 6cyl in 2016 at around 50k miles. Drove it hard for three years — mainly highway and mountain roads. End of 2019 I put over 75,000mi on it, adding up to 136k + miles without any significant issues. Unfortunately after three short years with the car, a deer ran into the drivers side doors and headlight on the interstate, causing damage significant enough for my insurance company to total the car due to body repair costs vs car value/resale value. Such a shame. Car ran great and I planned to run it as long as it would go. Would get another low-mileage Rondo if I could find one out there. My only complaint is the body quality (seemed easily susceptible to dents and dings, deer aside) I’ll be back to regularly using my old 1996 Toyota Camry wagon for now. 286k miles and still keeping up with the new kids on the highway.
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A great MPV (multi-purpose vehicle)
conwelpic, 06/16/2008
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Power to Surprise the KIA slogan and its sure worked for me. The utility of this vehicle is incredible and cant fault the fit and finish. Its a very efficient design with an amazing amount of space inside for such a compact exterior package. With the chair like seating, outstanding visibility through the large side windows, its a joy to drive. The performance of the 4-cylinder never fails to impress me (it outperforms the 2.8L V6 on my previous vehicle) and provides great economy and very smooth shifts. I also noticed that even though its a tall vehicle it is not as susceptible to wind as much as my previous vehicle that was 10 shorter.
Afraid I made a mistake
Nanlan, 01/31/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
I just purchased a 2008 Rondo today. I think I made a mistake. The test drive took place in city traffic where I didn't see some of the flaws. On the long drive home there was a very annoying sound at the driver's window (air coming in). The car is very "floaty" & seems too wishy washy on the road. I don't feel in command of my vehicle. The 4 cylinder engine whines so loud, like it may explode before we really get rolling. I am thinking of taking it back in the morning & getting my money back. This is a cheap car & I don't feel safe in it.
Great Car but...
mumfrumson, 03/11/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great Car, the V6, Love the Manual shift, the folding third row is great, plenty of room, leather sun roof etc is fantastic. The sun room is back far enough so you dont get beat up.. the only thing missing.. OUTSIDE TEMP. Drives me crazy (no Pun Intended) I have almost 28K of highway miles, rain and snow, no problems, good in slow even with 16 rims.
Rondo LX Excellent Value
Ed, 11/29/2008
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a used 2008 LX Rondo V6 with 9,700 miles. I sought a vehicle that was a good value, had a practical aspect for light duty hauling, and that would be reliable with decent gas mileage. I have been happy with the Rondo and it has mostly met the above criteria. Bonus features that I found are that the V6 has good pickup and handles around corners well. Also I am 6'5'' and about 210 lbs. This car provides excellent headroom and decent leg room. I like that the driver sits up fairly high with good visibility too. Overall, there are better vehicles in this category I'd say, but they will cost you significantly more. This is a reliable vehicle at a good price I believe.
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happyparent, 04/09/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My daughter was driving the car in the mountains and spun out on some gravel. She went airborne, cleared a ditch and ended up in a field. She spun a couple times resulting in peeling two tires off the rim. When the tow truck arrived he told her that this was really strange, all the other spin outs on this curve usually resulted in severe roll overs. When my wife and myself bought this car, we mentioned how stiff and sturdy it drove. We had been looking at several different small cars but we kept coming back to the Kia Rondo because it drove and felt sturdier. We are so thankful we chose this car because of its strength, the total damage cost $150 for alignment and rebalance the tires.
Great economical all-around hauler
Mike D, 05/17/2010
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
PROS - EX 6 cyl new 2008 leftover stickered $23,000+ bought early in 2009 for $16,000 total (no trade, and included tax, title, and registration). WOW! - Mileage - 24+ mpg mixed driving and 27+ highway (usually running around 70 mph). We're easy on the peddle. - Tows a 1,000 lb pop up trailer effortlessly - costs 3 mpg - Solid build, reasonably quiet - 3rd row split bench seat lets us haul 6 - 4 adults, two kids in car seats - 6 people total - AND a big stroller -- plus a few other things -- in relative comfort. IFFY: - Looks are unremarkable - Road-handling and performance reasonably satisfying (it is a 'midi van' after all!) - Front seats not very comfortable
Rondo Keeps Running
Bryan, 07/31/2021
updated 02/07/2022
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought our '08 dirt cheap from a wholesaler two years ago .It was a PA. car. They have strict inspection codes. Sadly , it needed a new sub-frame (it had been ~welded!~), at 113K. Mechanic got a new one from KIA. At 135K, the auto trans chewed up the planetary gear. That was kind of -'ouch'! I must say, the car runs great, is quiet, gets good gas mileage and we plan to run it up to 200k. We almost HAVE to with those repair bucks in it! Feb. 2022 Update .Under warranty, they replaced a solenoid on the Trans @ 142K, although they should have done that when they did the gear replacements , I suspect. Had some suspension stabilizer bars replaced by rear struts@140K,in order to align rear wheels properly. Got the rear struts done then too....(Car will look like a dog squatting to "make it self comfortable" with this prob - so to speak).Age related stuff, no surprises there....
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Rondo rules
Lynn Lent, 02/27/2019
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I loved my Kia Rondo. It was great for my family. It had the 3rd seat option that we used on many an occasion saving time, energy to take 2 cars. I would have bought a second one if it came in hybrid and they did not discontinue the model. I love Kia. I never had any problems with it. It ran beautiful.
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Made some window screens for camping!
Margie Taylor, 12/20/2017
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I Love my 2008 Kia Rondo. It had 40 miles on it leaving the lot. I have nearly 60,000 miles on it now (2017). Love the idea of side airbags. I bought it for the ease of my elderly parent getting in and out. Front seats and the back seats a have plenty of legroom. I like the square back seat windows. I made two screens for it. I can put them in when watching fireworks from the car in comfort without pesky bugs getting in. I use them for when I'm camping too. I love that the seats fold down flat. I've slept in that car many times. I've hauled so much stuff with ease. I feel it's been fare on gas and I've kept up with oil changes and maintenance. I like that it tells me when air needs to be added in the tires. There's been many an air mattresses filled by the back end plug in. I wish a directional was standard, but I never really get lost. The only thing that I don't like is when the two back windows are open going down the road the noise pounds your ears. LOVE MY KIA !
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Happy as a Clam
Happy Clam, 11/20/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Wish I'd bought 2 of these. Got the unbelieable price of $12985 (new car & delivery). Flawless experience so far. Really would buy another at this price instantly. But the new '09 are much more pricy. Complaints about lack of power are invalid. I used to be a Freeway Patrol Officer and I'm happy with the power of the I4. Can't find anything wrong with the build or performance of this car. I love it. Get 20/25 mpg. My similar sized Camry I4 get 28/32. It's not sexy, but it's beautiful.
Kia Rondo 2008
Windy Kia, 07/15/2008
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Our 2008 7 Passenger Kia Rondo has been making a wind noise coming out of the driver side window since we bought it. It sounds like there is air leaking in the car. Kia claims they cannot fix it and it is intended to be this way. They also claim that all 2008 Kia Rondos make this air leak noise. Aside from this issue we have been happy with the vehicle.
Love the car!
Jay Dee, 10/26/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Kia Rondo in May 2010. My Saturn VUE was totaled, and fortunately, I got a good deal and was able to pay cash for the Rondo. This car is fun to drive, especially easy to access if you are short or disabled. There are two problems I have with this car. Gas mileage stinks! My SUV got better mileage than this! I get an engine knock when the A/C is on. The compressor was replaced (under warranty) but the noise continues.
got money to throw away 2008 rondo is for you
NOT HAPPY, 07/17/2017
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
timing belt and water pump @ 60,000 miles and Kia was to lazy to correct the issue of ac condenser dripping directly onto front sub frame causing it to rust out (did find out fix for Ac issue would have been a cheap fix)... Sub frame repalcement is over 700.00 not including the labor 4+ hours( rondo currently only has 64,000 miles on it)... if you have a rondo then you have this issue, period... Kia will admit that there is a rust issue for high salt and offers a undercoat recall.... it simple.. cheap made cheap metal..
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Surprised
milesap, 03/07/2010
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Let me just say this car was purchased for my wife who is a small person with severe arthritis in the knees. The Rondo was the only car that she could easily get in and out of. Unlike SUVs and sedans where you either have to climb up and in or climb out of. Not this car slide in slide out and the six inch wider space for its class clinched the purchase. Now I have owned this car for 18 months and four trips to Fl 20 hours each way and can safely say this baby is a sound and reliable puppy not a glitch. I have degenerative disc disease in the lower back and I have no problem of or discomfort when the boss lady lets me drive the car.
Waste of money
Tm, 10/22/2019
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
Look out for dealerships who will suck money out of you! I spent 10995 plus interest. I recently paid it off after 3 yrs. Had to replace ball joints 2 times, a coil spring a couple weeks ago and now the brake line is shot along with a ln extremely rusted fuel line and oil pan. They quoted me a few thousand to get it all fixed. Not worth it! It the beginning she worked great but it didn't take long for a million things to go wrong with it.
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Poor Gas Mileage Weak Performance
leladees, 08/08/2008
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We bought this car June 21st, 08 July 2nd we left from FL. to CA. for a month long trip.We averaged 19 MPG on the highway and had to turn the AC off for more than half the trip as it was so week to pull the hills. WE traveled I-10 going to CA. and I-40 coming back as we went to the Grand canyon and all. Before we even left for our vacation the seats started coming apart and by the end of our trip we had several issues. We feel Kia had a great idea but this model needs some work. It would be a great car "IF" they could improve the gas mileage, performance & quality of workmanship.
Dump your SUV's and minivans.......
Mainardlaw, 12/01/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
For most people, their practical needs in a vehicle are gas consumption, space, highway performance, handling in city driving, and price. I've had this car since February, and even though I'd never even heard of this car until 9 days before I bought it, it is by far the best vehicle I've ever driven on all of the practical counts above. You can use it like a cargo van with all seats down, you can carry 7 passengers, it's deceptively fast on the highway (cruises at triple digit speeds while quiet as a luxury sedan inside), and comfortable in ways you'd never thought of before (best seat entry ever), the ABS and ESC make handling smooth. Not for drag racing, but who really does that anyway?
new to rondo
herb46, 12/05/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i have owned many kia's,currently a new amanti,and i have to say that many people with negative comments need to contact kia corporate !they will make sure your problems are resolved ! anyway,roommate needed to get rid of very old & tired olds ciers,so we went to my kia dealer,test drove a 2008 rondo lx-v6 with 41000 miles.all i can say is very nice ride !
Great Car, Greater Price!!!
JAGibson, 03/14/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2008 Rondo used, only 16,000 miles got the LX with the V6. Couldn't be happier space inside is great for having car seats, plenty of storage in the back ( I have the 5 seater) Very comfortable to ride, good pick up on the pedal. I dont have the annoying wind noise in the driver side. Just love it!
Interesting
TIMP, 11/30/2008
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just bought this crossover/suv/van/whatever you call it. If you see one or drive one you will understand. Not that is a bad thing, it is not as attractive as other vehicles in this size, but the price was right. Also the 3rd row is what my family needed. Overall it drives nice and there is plenty of room in both front and second row. The 3rd row is for children, but how many adults ride in a 3rd row? There is virtually no room if the 3rd row is up. As most vehicles in this size there is not room with a 3rd row. The fold down of the 2nd and 3rd row is nice and has plenty of room if needed for storage with this feature. See below for check engine light issue.
Love It!
Love It., 03/15/2010
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We had done some research on the Kia Rondo. Love how in handles! It's a great bang for your buck. LOVE driving it! Very rugged. Great features. Like others have posted, not absolutely crazy about the exterior design. Looks more van like than crossover as Kia likes to call it.
Good Vehicle
Bob, 12/06/2008
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have the car exactly 1 year, almost 17000 miles. Not 1 problem. Great for taking the kids to college. Plenty of rear space and great rear cargo for holding grocery bags. The V6 is perfectly matched to the car.Great visibility. Good car, and even better was the price. Look at Honda, Saturn, Mitsubishi and Mazda. Buy the KIA.
SO FAR SO GOOD,KIND OF SURPRISED
LEE, 04/02/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this 2008 new.Have driven it for a month. Wanted a hatchback instead of a sedan. Looked at Vibe,Mazda,Matrix but for the price of the KIA, others weren't close. The most striking thing is the interior. LOTS of room everywhere. Not cheap looking and its loaded,remote,power windows,locks,cruise,ESC,ABS. Lots of storage space. The 4-cylinder gets to 65-70 smoothly and is surprisingly quiet. Gas mileage isn't great for an engine this size though. I'm a little worried about the recall on the fuel pump. Under the hood,seems accesible, isn't jam packed Don't complain about how the car looks from the outside if you ended up buying it...duh. If my Rondo is this good in a year, I'll be sold.
dig it
BOPPALOPP, 04/05/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Got an 08 KIA Rondo of the used lot of a dealership, for under 10k. Only had 20,000 miles on it. Looks brand new for the most part. Drives well, i love the extra kick that the v6 gives. Add's a lil boost that some other crossover wagon type veichles dont give you. all the usual stuff, power windows, power doors, am/fm/cd, ac/heat. The rondo is very spacious in the back. Lots of room for kids, groceries, camping...whatever. Im pleasantly suprised with this ride, so far!
Fun
roger, 10/10/2008
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
what a great little car. lots of cabin room for 4 golfers, cargo room for all golf bags +. Quiet & Smooth, plenty of (4 cyl) power. At 70 yrs. old, I can still have a fun drive with the manual auto shift. Power everything, air bags everywhere, with ESC, and ABS, all for 18K. Good job Kia.
Impressive....
GREAT CAR!!!, 04/30/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have never heard of the Rondo. I bought an 08 with a little more than 7,000 miles on it for $10,900.....bout 3,000.00 below book. I did a test drive....and LOVED it!! Its got lots of zip! Handles well! Lots of leg room. Very comfortable. Storage compartments are hidden in the back cargo area. Very quiet inside. I was/am VERY impressed with this car. Its got lots of compartments that are convenient in the front for the driver and passengers. I would recommend this car highly and I am so glad that I now own one.
Good versatility at a can't beat price!
Marley, 01/24/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Wanted a smaller vehicle to replace a Kia Sedona minivan but wanted the versatility of 6-7 passengers in a pinch. To be honest I was ready to purchase a Mazda5 but decided to stop in at Kia one day and got a deal that is hard to beat and purchased the vehicle for a good amount less than I could get the Mazda. Styling is bland compared to the Mazda5 but it does seat 7 instead of 6 (although very tight) and has ESC which the Mazda didn't, among many other good safety features. The vehicle gets good gas mileage, handles well and has decent power with the V6, and the price was right for us.
Second Kia
BILL F., 05/04/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon w/AC (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my second Kia, had a Sedona before with few problems that the dealer took care of with no hassels. I drove the Rondo and was impressed with the ride and drive in the 2.4 4 cylinder. Big room inside and better gas mileage than the Sedona. Yes Kia has come a long way.
A GREAT BUY!
TL, 05/14/2009
2008 Kia Rondo EX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Rondo may not get you looks on the street but the function is superior of any car in its class. This is a GREAT buy for people who need room and don't want to bleed your wallet. The ride is wonderful and the finishes are excellent! I purchased a FULLY LOADED Rondo for less than half loaded competitors cars. Unbelievable deals are out there on Kia's. I would absolutely tell anyone interested in a new car to look into a Kia. The warranty itself is a no brainer.
Always look forward to driving it
Jesterle, 07/10/2009
2008 Kia Rondo LX 4dr Wagon (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We love the roominess of the interior plus the storage is great. It has more cupholders than all of my previous cars combined (6 cars). I love the high seating that doesn't require me to climb up into it. We did have the check engine light come on after the first fill-up due to not tightening the cap correctly, but no problems since. I do mostly city driving and have gotten between 19 and 21 mpg. I like having the multiple 12v ports, espcially having one in the back that we can use for our electic cooler or a car vac. No complaints about wind noise. We had a very thorough test drive with this vechicle before buying it so we could dectedt any obvious flaws or even not so obvious. Great car.