Best People Mover
Year & Month:
November 2008
Presenting Organisation:
Drive
Country:
Australia
Category:
MPV
Type:
COTY2
Model:
Rondo (Carens)
Description:
The Kia Rondo (Carens) won the Best People Mover category in the premier 2008 Drive Car of the Year (COTY) awards in Australia, becoming the first Korean car to win a Drive COTY award. Rondo was singled out for its versatility, economy, excellent value for money and five-year unlimited kilometre. Candidates in each category are compared against each other during a rigorous, week-long evaluation covering 20,000 km and considering five broad criteria – under the bonnet; how it drives; price, quality and equipment; comfort and practicality; and safety.