@subzero92MK There are two generations, but the second generation was the only one sold in the United States, it was introduced into the U.S. market in 2007.
@subzero92MK South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Taiwan i believe. then the second gen came to the US, Canada, and Australia. I get all of my info from Wikipedia.
I have a 2008 Rondo LX, and agree that the V6 does not get GREAT gas mileage, but I hear the '09 Rondo 4cyl is more powerful. And yes, the fold-flat combined with large/wide door, is great
for bringing large items(two mountain bikes, laid down..easy 2 do). Just wish a tad bit better gas mileage...but glad 2 have it.
I have 2009 Rondo EX-VS model and I agree with "affer's comments above!
Well done "KIA" (speaking about the Rondo Model) you have come along way
In such short years. Also my dealer ship near my home also gave me very good service. Keep in mind if you upgrade to the EX-VS (LUXURY MODEL) if you need the blue tooth/wireless headphone will not have it! Replaced by "Satellite Radio"
That was my only disappointment but everything else I luv it! 10++++++++
I wouldn't say extremely bad, but considering this is basically just a tall Kia Optima with the same engines, it is dissapointing that fuel economy is significantly lower. It's a much better choice than a comparable size 4x2 SUV like Escape, RAV4, etc. Better handling, better fuel economy, lower lift-over height, and better ride.
it sucks in snow
believe me my dad owns one and i live in canada
cooldc129 3 months ago
@cooldc129 i found it just fine in the snow, with good tires and the tcs off
darkeyce02 1 week ago
@darkeyce02 where do you live
cooldc129 3 days ago
@cooldc129 W V, i took it out a few times before the trucks even got the road plowed, take it easy and it was fine for me.
darkeyce02 3 days ago
i love my rondo 2010 java thanks kia!
329shanise 8 months ago
It sucks that Kia pulled this car off the US market, in favor of the new 2011 sportage. The rondo was cool looking and practical.
giannial1985 1 year ago
how many generations of it are there?
subzero92MK 1 year ago
@subzero92MK There are two generations, but the second generation was the only one sold in the United States, it was introduced into the U.S. market in 2007.
vmj28 1 year ago
@vmj28 was the first generation sold only in japan?
subzero92MK 1 year ago
@subzero92MK South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Taiwan i believe. then the second gen came to the US, Canada, and Australia. I get all of my info from Wikipedia.
vmj28 1 year ago
@vmj28 nothing in europe, gosh -.-
subzero92MK 1 year ago
With a fuel economy & cargo space not better than a RAv4 ( 4 cyl FWD ) I just waiting for diesel version ( maybe the day the hen gonna have tooth )
oi32df 1 year ago
what do they mean when the car lacks air conditioning?
Myuzaki 1 year ago
Does anyone know why KIA pulled this off it's official site? I heard nothing about it being a one generation and out...
UInACrash 1 year ago
@UInACrash Kia stop making if for the USA, cause of slow sales. So they want people to buy the new 2011 sportage instead. It's sad really, lol
giannial1985 1 year ago
I have a 2008 Rondo LX, and agree that the V6 does not get GREAT gas mileage, but I hear the '09 Rondo 4cyl is more powerful. And yes, the fold-flat combined with large/wide door, is great
for bringing large items(two mountain bikes, laid down..easy 2 do). Just wish a tad bit better gas mileage...but glad 2 have it.
bigvirgotube 2 years ago
I have 2009 Rondo EX-VS model and I agree with "affer's comments above!
Well done "KIA" (speaking about the Rondo Model) you have come along way
In such short years. Also my dealer ship near my home also gave me very good service. Keep in mind if you upgrade to the EX-VS (LUXURY MODEL) if you need the blue tooth/wireless headphone will not have it! Replaced by "Satellite Radio"
That was my only disappointment but everything else I luv it! 10++++++++
loginname2828 2 years ago
I've been driving one for over two years. Can't say enough good things about it. Perfect family car.
arfer 2 years ago 9
Well said! and I agreed with you. :)
loginname2828 2 years ago
easy, don't watch them anymore...
omarbearcub 2 years ago
dont match what?
flykyte143 2 years ago
This is a very practical car without going to full blown gas guzzling midsize SUVs ...
davidhalifax 3 years ago 12
too bad the v6 model is actually extremely bad on gas.
usernameavailable152 2 years ago
I wouldn't say extremely bad, but considering this is basically just a tall Kia Optima with the same engines, it is dissapointing that fuel economy is significantly lower. It's a much better choice than a comparable size 4x2 SUV like Escape, RAV4, etc. Better handling, better fuel economy, lower lift-over height, and better ride.
palebeachbum 2 years ago
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I hate the commercials for this car.
LeeDrastl 3 years ago