"Kia Venga" (Kia Venga): photos and reviews of the owners

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

The appearance of the car Kia Venga actually turned out not quite typical for Asian cars. But who should be surprised? User reviews about the model are simply magnificent, many eminent concerns can envy its commercial success. After all, from the Korean manufacturer there is only a name, a nameplate on the hood and investments. The compact van turned out to be surprisingly European - it was designed and designed by German specialists who gave it the Spanish name, and this model is still being assembled at an enterprise in Slovakia.

Guest who plays by the rules

Therefore, the car does not have such a characteristic Asian appearance, which immediately catches the eye in other brands - the compact crossover Kia Soul and others, which were directly developed by the specialists of the Korean concern. Unlike its relatives, "Kia Venga" is devoid of any oriental ambitions. Therefore, there are no strict lines with slanting elements. After all, the model "Kia Venga", whose photos are good-natured and memorable cars with a little funny andpuffy "appearance", was created for the market of European countries with completely different criteria.

Small outside - bulky inside

But the exterior of this car is deceiving. Despite the compact dimensions and apparent diminutiveness, the base of the car is larger than that of the same Soul. For the driver and passengers, this is noticeable in the small external dimensions, but the comfortable cabin, which comfortably accommodates four passengers and the driver. The manufacturer did not forget about the economy of the car, reducing the resistance of air masses during its movement due to the aerodynamic coefficient of flow around the body, which does not exceed 0.31. Of course, this urban model does not chase the indicators that are set in Formula 1, but these figures help reduce fuel consumption by up to 7-8 liters, depending on operating conditions.

Practicality and convenience

The "Kia Venga" was based on completely different indicators - the functionality and ergonomics of the cabin, its spaciousness and significant volume. The car easily allows even people with a height much more than average to fit in it, now 190 cm or more is not a problem. In addition, an optional panoramic roof is installed on the Kia Venga, which visually increases the size of the interior and adds soft natural light to it. However, there is a downside to the coin - there is a fairly large distance to the windshield of the car. This forced the front struts to be placed in such a way that they somewhat limit the driver's view. Moreover, this modelwas designed for use in urban environments, which is displayed in a vertical, even somewhat "stool" seating arrangement that is not conducive to long-distance travel and trips. Perhaps, some of the disadvantages of the seats include insufficient lateral support, the absence of which is especially noticeable when rolls occur. At the same time, the rear sofa easily moves along the rails for a distance of about 13 cm, which allows passengers to feel comfortable - there is plenty of legroom, and swing doors do not restrict boarding or disembarking in the Kia Venga. A photo of the interior of a car will easily convince skeptics of the solidity of such assurances.

Capacity and compactness

If there is a need to transport bulky goods, and the luggage compartment is not enough, the seats easily fold into the floor, forming additional space. In addition, a niche is provided in the aft part of the Kia Venga, where the necessary multifunctional tools and other consumables fit.

Impact on the environment and road users

European designers have not forgotten about a thorough approach to car safety. After all, according to the results of the crash tests, this model received the highest score - 5 stars according to the EuroNCAP system. Manufacturers from Slovenia have also taken care of obtaining LCA certificates, which indicate the minimum impact of a car on the environment in all periods of its life, from production todesign to recycling.

Of course, the Kia Venga powertrains were not ignored, the technical characteristics of which were selected taking into account the weight of the model: from an economical 75-horsepower gasoline engine to a 128-liter turbodiesel. With. They meet the strict emission criteria of Euro 5. In addition, many owners have appreciated the benefits of the Stop&Go system, which ensures optimal fuel consumption in the urban driving cycle. Also an interesting solution aimed at efficiency was the modification of versions with manual transmission with an electronic assistant, which prompts the need to shift gears to minimize the use of a gasoline or diesel mixture. This creates a calm, measured driving style for the driver. Although the dynamics of movement are not encouraging when following the advice of an assistant, it is worth looking at the average fuel consumption on the on-board computer, and views change, because the burden on the wallet is much easier.

In the basic configuration, the car does not surprise with the richness of equipment or design delights, but the reviews of its users about the top version of the Kia Venga are somewhat different. So, the owners note an ergonomic steering wheel, parking sensors and a rear-view camera, exchange rate stability systems and cruise control, power accessories with a modern media system and hands-free. With a starting price for this version of 770,000 to 800,000 rubles. it makes sense to pay attention to it.