KIA K3 Owners check-in!

[Baal]

  On 6/23/2015 at 6:29 AM, Cheefarn said:

Come to a complete stop on a slope.

 

Let go on your brakes, you will see that your Forte wont roll backwards

 

The hill start assist will disengaged itself the moment you step on the gas.

 

The most impt point to note that you MUST step on the brakes to come to a complete stop. Rolling to a stop is NOT counted and the system wont be engaged.

Good Info.

[Nav14]

  On 6/20/2015 at 4:06 PM, Maomao82 said:

Yes..

 

Personally 2c worth

 

Looks: M3 wins. >> K3 Overall better den Altis (prefer the ass, but front cmi) 3.88/5

Room Space: K3 ~ = Altis maybe rear passenger slightly bigger & no hump) >> M3 jitao small... 4/5

Interior: M3 = Conti style,tasteful styling, K3 decent, Altis CMI 3.5/5

Price: K3 wins hand down... Altis & M3 smell smoke 5/5

Features: K3 wins hand down... Altis & M3 smell smoke 5/5

Safety: K3 >> M3/Altis (given same price) 4.5/5

Trade in (AD): M3>K3>Altis 4/5

 

+ Good Service (the best among all other AD I went) + Good Discount 5/5

 

Sign on paper... No questions asked

One negative , if I use my Sportage (current model) as a yardstick , could be the stocking/availability of parts. I had to wait between 4-6 weeks for some parts to arrive, for eg the side mirror motor (6 weeks and that too with lots of chasing). They do not even keep a single piece in stock for a current model. I ended up having a long email exchange on this issue with Kia. I believe I could have got the parts faster if I had gone directly to local Kia spare parts stockist ,Min Ghee, but I could not as it was under warranty.

Maybe with the K3 being their most popular model, this might not be an issue.

[ridhwan5]

Hi all!

 

Newbie here. Am shopping around to replace my dad's Mitsubishi Lancer EX 2007 model and among the cars we have looked at, the K3 comes to mind.

 

Would appreciate your fellow input and comments on Lancer 2015 vs Kia K3 2015 vs Toyota Altis 2015.

 

These are the 3 cars that my family have zoomed in on.

 

To be honest, the initial plan is to just get the newer Lancer, but now with other choices available at the same price range, not so concrete.

 

Thanks all!

[2824]

Among the 3, personally prefer K3 (which i test drive last week). Altis is like 15-20% more in terms of price. K3 only sightly more ex than lancer but looks better and appear to have more features. just my view.

 

  On 6/24/2015 at 9:32 AM, ridhwan5 said:

Hi all!

 

Newbie here. Am shopping around to replace my dad's Mitsubishi Lancer EX 2007 model and among the cars we have looked at, the K3 comes to mind.

 

Would appreciate your fellow input and comments on Lancer 2015 vs Kia K3 2015 vs Toyota Altis 2015.

 

These are the 3 cars that my family have zoomed in on.

 

To be honest, the initial plan is to just get the newer Lancer, but now with other choices available at the same price range, not so concrete.

 

Thanks all!

 

[ridhwan5]

Thanks for the reply.

 

I have seen from previous posts the comparisons between K3, Mazda 3 and Altis, but im curious what is people's opinion of the K3 stack up against the Lancer 2015? Both are now 1.6L, with the Lancer 2015 boasting more horsepower and bigger wheelbase.

 

Specwise, the K3 has more power compared to Lancer, but its heavier weight and shorter frame seems off putting.

 

Appreciate input on the 3 cars based on the following:

 

Looks:

Room Space:

0-100km/h (pickup):

Interior:

Torque:

Features:

Safety:

Trade in (AD):

 

many thanks to all.

 

  On 6/24/2015 at 9:52 AM, 2824 said:

Among the 3, personally prefer K3 (which i test drive last week). Altis is like 15-20% more in terms of price. K3 only sightly more ex than lancer but looks better and appear to have more features. just my view.

 

 

 

[Blackyv]

Aiyoh... Let me help you..

 

Looks: you have to decide since this is subjective to personal preference.

 

Room Space: you can seat in the car while test driving.

 

0-100km/h (pickup): you can feel it personally when test driving..

 

Interior: this again is subjective .. Which you like?

 

Torque: test drive will tell, no point looking at spec.

 

Features: this one definitely k3. Lancer is outdated liao..

 

Safety: cannot ask you test this but if refer to those safety test, k3 better..

 

Trade in (AD): different car will have diff value to different ad.. You have to ask personally.

 

Hehehe...

 

[Maomao82]

  On 6/24/2015 at 12:28 PM, ridhwan5 said:

Thanks for the reply.

 

I have seen from previous posts the comparisons between K3, Mazda 3 and Altis, but im curious what is people's opinion of the K3 stack up against the Lancer 2015? Both are now 1.6L, with the Lancer 2015 boasting more horsepower and bigger wheelbase.

 

Specwise, the K3 has more power compared to Lancer, but its heavier weight and shorter frame seems off putting.

 

Appreciate input on the 3 cars based on the following:

 

Looks:

Room Space:

0-100km/h (pickup):

Interior:

Torque:

Features:

Safety:

Trade in (AD):

 

many thanks to all.

 

 

Looks wise: Only you can judge.. If you're an evo fan, U probably side EX... but think again.. How old is EX? 2008 since now only facelift?

Room Space: Comparable

0-100km/hr: I never believe in test specs anymore. Only trust Butt feel...The EX auto lag is damn bad...Seems to match on paper 13.2sec...

Torque: K3 juz seems more eager to drive

Features: EX is an antique...

Safety: NCAP rating.. K3 better...and also EX STILL using rear drum brakes?? Seriously ....My '08 5G City already on 4x Ventilated disc stock

Trade in: I think C&C uses same Republic Auto dealer (somebody verify this?) so no diff?

 

Personally, if I'm comparing both cars, I will still choose K3, no doubt I've always been an Evo fan

[Tohto]

  On 6/24/2015 at 12:28 PM, ridhwan5 said:

Thanks for the reply.

 

I have seen from previous posts the comparisons between K3, Mazda 3 and Altis, but im curious what is people's opinion of the K3 stack up against the Lancer 2015? Both are now 1.6L, with the Lancer 2015 boasting more horsepower and bigger wheelbase.

 

Specwise, the K3 has more power compared to Lancer, but its heavier weight and shorter frame seems off putting.

 

Appreciate input on the 3 cars based on the following:

 

Looks:

Room Space:

0-100km/h (pickup):

Interior:

Torque:

Features:

Safety:

Trade in (AD):

 

many thanks to all.

 

 

What Lancer 2015? It is still the same old car introduced in 2007.

Car is outdated and old design.

[BobbyTan_74287]

  On 6/24/2015 at 12:28 PM, ridhwan5 said:

Thanks for the reply.

 

I have seen from previous posts the comparisons between K3, Mazda 3 and Altis, but im curious what is people's opinion of the K3 stack up against the Lancer 2015? Both are now 1.6L, with the Lancer 2015 boasting more horsepower and bigger wheelbase.

 

Specwise, the K3 has more power compared to Lancer, but its heavier weight and shorter frame seems off putting.

 

Appreciate input on the 3 cars based on the following:

 

Looks:

Room Space:

0-100km/h (pickup):

Interior:

Torque:

Features:

Safety:

Trade in (AD):

 

many thanks to all.

 

 

The only big difference is the pricing. Lancer is S$96,999(after all the discounts) and Kia is S$108,999. Other than this, Kia is the prefer car If I have to choose.

 

[7hm]

  On 6/24/2015 at 9:32 AM, ridhwan5 said:

Would appreciate your fellow input and comments on Lancer 2015 vs Kia K3 2015 vs Toyota Altis 2015.

 

Whether you have a fondness for your existing Lancer or not, I strongly advise you to completely forget about and write off the "2015" Lancer EX. It is almost exactly the same car as it was years ago.

 

Between those three I would choose the KIA Forte K3 for sure. Best value and equipment without having poor performance and economy.

[AaronLow]

  On 6/24/2015 at 12:28 PM, ridhwan5 said:

Thanks for the reply.

 

I have seen from previous posts the comparisons between K3, Mazda 3 and Altis, but im curious what is people's opinion of the K3 stack up against the Lancer 2015? Both are now 1.6L, with the Lancer 2015 boasting more horsepower and bigger wheelbase.

 

Specwise, the K3 has more power compared to Lancer, but its heavier weight and shorter frame seems off putting.

 

Appreciate input on the 3 cars based on the following:

 

Looks:

Room Space:

0-100km/h (pickup):

Interior:

Torque:

Features:

Safety:

Trade in (AD):

 

many thanks to all.

 

 

hi.... have you ever thought of a hyundai elantra elite? feel free to go to our fb page at elantra club Singapore and drop us a message if you have any questions about the car.

[Cheefarn]

  On 6/24/2015 at 3:53 PM, Tohto said:

What Lancer 2015? It is still the same old car introduced in 2007.

Car is outdated and old design.

Fully agreed.

 

Why spend so much $$ on a car that has been ard since 2007? Its not that the Lancer was as good as the FD Civic that its much cherished till this day. Mitsubishi may not be around much longer if they continue to stay staid in their R&D

 

The only good thing about the Lancer is that you can Proton parts in Bolehland and save abit. Proton Inspira remember? Even the CVT can be purchased from Proton in addition to every body parts.

 

But other than that, the Lancer is a big no no

[Tohto]

  On 6/25/2015 at 1:05 AM, Cheefarn said:

Fully agreed.

 

Why spend so much $$ on a car that has been ard since 2007? Its not that the Lancer was as good as the FD Civic that its much cherished till this day. Mitsubishi may not be around much longer if they continue to stay staid in their R&D

 

The only good thing about the Lancer is that you can Proton parts in Bolehland and save abit. Proton Inspira remember? Even the CVT can be purchased from Proton in addition to every body parts.

 

But other than that, the Lancer is a big no no

Cannot also change to Proton badge if want. ...

[ricleosg]

forgot if i asked this before.

 

anyone installed mudguards onto your Forte K3?

 

I think is quite practical to prevent additional dirt on the car body when travelling on dirty/wet roads, especially when my k3 is white.

 

Wonder if it detracts from the looks of the vehicle. what's your opinion on this?

 

they seem to come as stock in some countries like the UAE

 

Edited June 25, 2015 by ricleosg

[7hm]

  On 6/25/2015 at 7:01 AM, ricleosg said:

forgot if i asked this before.

 

anyone installed mudguards onto your Forte K3?

 

I think is quite practical to prevent additional dirt on the car body when travelling on dirty/wet roads, especially when my k3 is white.

 

Wonder if it detracts from the looks of the vehicle. what's your opinion on this?

 

they seem to come as stock in some countries like the UAE

 

mudguards/mudflaps are usually discreet. Unless you mean the big black rear lip in your photo.

 

imo mudguards/mudflaps I will install, doesn't seem to detract from the car's looks here. My car atm also got some hard mudguards.

In fact i'm surprised mudflaps/mudguard not standard issue item? When I was smaller I always thought every car in the world had mudflaps/mudguards haha

 

If it's cheap to install I think you should, esp with your white body. Just make sure they are black/dark gray colors and they will never "detract" from your car's appearance.

[Tydros]

  On 6/25/2015 at 7:01 AM, ricleosg said:

forgot if i asked this before.

 

anyone installed mudguards onto your Forte K3?

 

I think is quite practical to prevent additional dirt on the car body when travelling on dirty/wet roads, especially when my k3 is white.

 

Wonder if it detracts from the looks of the vehicle. what's your opinion on this?

 

they seem to come as stock in some countries like the UAE

 

 

 

I just bought my mudguards online, waiting for their arrival so I can do my own installation.

IMO I think protecting the car from additional surface dirt helps reduce your workload while washing the car, because I wash my car frequently.

 

Have you guys gotten yours?

 

 

[ricleosg]

  On 6/25/2015 at 7:34 AM, Tydros said:

 

 

I just bought my mudguards online, waiting for their arrival so I can do my own installation.

IMO I think protecting the car from additional surface dirt helps reduce your workload while washing the car, because I wash my car frequently.

 

Have you guys gotten yours?

 

 

 

i ordered them from ebay too, a seller in china. hope they fit easily!

  On 6/25/2015 at 7:20 AM, 7hm said:

 

mudguards/mudflaps are usually discreet. Unless you mean the big black rear lip in your photo.

 

imo mudguards/mudflaps I will install, doesn't seem to detract from the car's looks here. My car atm also got some hard mudguards.

In fact i'm surprised mudflaps/mudguard not standard issue item? When I was smaller I always thought every car in the world had mudflaps/mudguards haha

 

If it's cheap to install I think you should, esp with your white body. Just make sure they are black/dark gray colors and they will never "detract" from your car's appearance.

 

ya i was surprised cars don't come with mud guards as standard too.

 

the only drawback of these mud guards is that they wont work with the car with sports kit skirting on.

 

i bought black. hope it is easy to install diy.

[Maomao82]

Anybody knows if 0000hrs later register vehicle, number plate is start with SKT or SKU ???