mycarforum: KIA K3 Owners check-in! part 10

Huh? How come is same as my Sunny so jialat?

I suppose 12.5km/l is as good as it goes for the K3. Korean engine technology has some way to go, it seems.

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8L / 100km = approx 12.5km per litre. �Sounds in line with the 10-12 km / Litre depending on CIty or Highway driving.

PS : ur on 16 or 17 inch tyres?

The consensus on K5 2.0 is largely 8-10km / Litre by the same criterias?

i am on stock 17".

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I decided not to get the K5 2.0/2.4 because of the fuel consumption, and most importantly, of wanting to blend in with the rest of my colleagues who drive modest cars.

Oh my bad, I see wrongly as 8km/l

Oh my bad, I see wrongly as 8km/l

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Sunny only 8km/l?? Cannot be. I drove one for about 3 years. About 10km/l. maybe your driving pattern is different.
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I suppose 12.5km/l is as good as it goes for the K3. Korean engine technology has some way to go, it seems.

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i am on stock 17".

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I decided not to get the K5 2.0/2.4 because of the fuel consumption, and most importantly, of wanting to blend in with the rest of my colleagues who drive modest cars.

On stock 17, able to get 12.5km / Litre is darn good by K 1.6 standards.

avg ard 10-11.xx

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Sunny only 8km/l?? Cannot be. I drove one for about 3 years. About 10km/l. maybe your driving pattern is different.
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My friend just got a 2nd hand Sunny... He told me it ran about 6 to 7km/litre only... Is there any problem??

avg ard 10-11.xx

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Yup... I'm on the same FC as well... stock 17"

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My friend just got a 2nd hand Sunny... He told me it ran about 6 to 7km/litre only... Is there any problem??

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Yup... I'm on the same FC as well... stock 17"

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ask him to send it for a check and if everything is ok, service it once. If still like that, guess he has to live with it.
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My friend just got a 2nd hand Sunny... He told me it ran about 6 to 7km/litre only... Is there any problem??

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Yup... I'm on the same FC as well... stock 17"

Thought sunny FC is well known on the high side?!

Thought sunny FC is well known on the high side?!

yup... but he is way too low to average sunny FC.

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ask him to send it for a check and if everything is ok, service it once. If still like that, guess he has to live with it.
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yup... already advice him so... its all depend on him if he want to service it

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I'm considering a point to point car which is less then 10k depreciation a year.

Still waiting and hoping that Cat A COE will be closer or below 50k mark.

Noted that fuel consumption is probably not the best in class.

Is K3 an economical car in terms of servicing and maintenance?

Probably will not be going back to the agent for servicing after warranty period.

BTW is the agent servicing good?

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Any long term Kia owner can verify from previous Kia experience?

Any bad experience in terms of rattling noises long term?

I read some good testimonies, probably there are less satisfied owner can also share for balance view.

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Personally, the tiger nose and ripple dashboard do not appeal to me.

But I'm a pragmatic guy and can live with them since got rear air-con vent and driver memory seat which is ventilated.

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I've not test driven as I think COE is still quite high and I dun want to waste sale executive time.

But if COE is inching toward 50k will probably go showroom.

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I really see more older Cerato on the road then K3.

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Edited by Chungjy, 03 March 2015 - 04:21 PM.

Any free gift from SA for K 3.

Just got a letter from C&C,need to go back service centre to fit a device to control the height of the lights..waste of time. [furious]

Just got a letter from C&C,need to go back service centre to fit a device to control the height of the lights..waste of time.

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must be a safety thing. you can fix it during next servicing, right?
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Hi. My views inside your post:

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I'm considering a point to point car which is less then 10k depreciation a year.

Still waiting and hoping that Cat A COE will be closer or below 50k mark.so it did not happen. Will you be waiting till then?

Noted that fuel consumption is probably not the best in class. Yup. 11-12km/l is achievable.

Is K3 an economical car in terms of servicing and maintenance? i drove a Kia Forte Koup for 4+ years. serviced at C&C. Prices are transparent. Seems reasonable to me.

Probably will not be going back to the agent for servicing after warranty period.

BTW is the agent servicing good? Good to me. I even signed up their package.

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Any long term Kia owner can verify from previous Kia experience?

Any bad experience in terms of rattling noises long term? 4+ years. no rattle except for the squeak at the front right fascia (heat) which i solved by using lubricant.

I read some good testimonies, probably there are less satisfied owner can also share for balance view.

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Personally, the tiger nose and ripple dashboard do not appeal to me. I have no problems with the looks except the light cluster. But i am not too bothered by it.

But I'm a pragmatic guy and can live with them since got rear air-con vent and driver memory seat which is ventilated. Price is only one factor in deciding a car - consider the features as well.

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I've not test driven as I think COE is still quite high and I dun want to waste sale executive time.

But if COE is inching toward 50k will probably go showroom. Looks like you will have to wait for a little while longer.

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I really see more older Cerato on the road then K3. K3 has competitors - they are mucking around with their pricing which i hate.

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must be a safety thing. you can fix it during next servicing, right?
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Can,but only at Leng Kee,somemore my car OPC,need to drive there at night,take bus home in East.

Can,but only at Leng Kee,somemore my car OPC,need to drive there at night,take bus home in East.

i thought if you service with them, they will give you a free OPC 'coupon'?

i thought if you service with them, they will give you a free OPC 'coupon'?

C&C where got so good.? [thumbsdown] �

C&C where got so good.? �

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For KIA, they do:

http://www.kia.com/s...ttest/index.htm

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For KIA, they do:

http://www.kia.com/s...ttest/index.htm

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Thanks.

Just got a letter from C&C,need to go back service centre to fit a device to control the height of the lights..waste of time.

This device can control the headlights up or down in three level using a dial..inside the car... Think better call to arrange C&C to fit it on next servicing if the date is near...

Agree it is troublesome

Edited by Hybridcar, 05 March 2015 - 01:08 AM.

The service advisor said,if i don't fit it,it will fail the 3rd year inspection,the problem is,it cannot be fitted in Ubi workshop,only can be fitted at Leng Kee,need to send car in at night & take taxi home.. [bigcry]

Anyone got the issue on the aircon intake control button as the button light is auto go off after driving for a few minutes every morning and the foul smell come in from aircon vent.

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How to set it to permanent on ?

Anyone got the issue on the aircon intake control button as the button light is auto go off after driving for a few minutes every morning and the foul smell come in from aircon vent.

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How to set it to permanent on ?

did u turn the Auto on?

did u turn the Auto on?

Yes and temperature set at 22 degree

Anyone got the issue on the aircon intake control button as the button light is auto go off after driving for a few minutes every morning and the foul smell come in from aircon vent.

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How to set it to permanent on ?

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mine have "funny" smell every morning...

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sent for checking already.. they say no problem... wifey always complain...

have them check on my next servicing....

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but I don't have auto go off problem...

Yes and temperature set at 22 degree

for some reason when u use auto, it will turn to external circulate.

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I have no issues when I use manual settings.

for some reason when u use auto, it will turn to external circulate.

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I have no issues when I use manual settings.

�Ok, will test it.any reason y you use manual setting instead of auto?

�Ok, will test it.any reason y you use manual setting instead of auto?

1. Auto will always give me external circulate issue.

2. Auto the fan speed become so low.

3. I prefer to keep it at constant fan n temp which I find just nice.

This device can control the headlights up or down in three level using a dial..inside the car... Think better call to arrange C&C to fit it on next servicing if the date is near...

Agree it is troublesome

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what are the models affected?
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k3.

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btw anyone using the 3-in-1 rear mirror giving by C&C for reverse cam and gps?

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U guys did map update? Previously SE told me to go to distributor and pay $$ for update

k3.

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btw anyone using the 3-in-1 rear mirror giving by C&C for reverse cam and gps?

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U guys did map update? Previously SE told me to go to distributor and pay $$ for update

I did not receive any letter. Perhaps was already fixed in later batches.

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I did not receive any letter. Perhaps was already fixed in later batches.

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HID too? mine is halogen

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what are the models affected?
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mine from last year Oct already pre fixed...

Hi. My views inside your post:

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Thanks Simplecar, it's encouraging as I'm K3 to be soon. Just got COE secured and hopefully getting the car in some time.

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BTW, may I ask if I still can ask for some freebie like car mats, etc. upon car delivery? Didn't mention such things in the sales contract though as SE told me such "small" things are kind of standard. Is it true?

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And since this is also my first car, may I ask where can I go to shop for a reasonable price baby car seat / booster? Look around some at Mothercare, Kiddy Palace and average prices are around $500 - $750. Will it be cheaper for the same brand if I go to Baby Hyperstore (?) at Kaki Bukit?

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Cheers,

Thanks Simplecar, it's encouraging as I'm K3 to be soon. Just got COE secured and hopefully getting the car in some time.

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BTW, may I ask if I still can ask for some freebie like car mats, etc. upon car delivery? Didn't mention such things in the sales contract though as SE told me such "small" things are kind of standard. Is it true?

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And since this is also my first car, may I ask where can I go to shop for a reasonable price baby car seat / booster? Look around some at Mothercare, Kiddy Palace and average prices are around $500 - $750. Will it be cheaper for the same brand if I go to Baby Hyperstore (?) at Kaki Bukit?

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Cheers,

congrats! do you have solar film free? ask that first. I nearly forgot.

car mats should come standard. Please ask for it, just in case.

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I did not ask for anything else. Whatever it is, this car is quiet. I like it.

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For baby seats, i have no experience. As car seats can be expensive, i suggest you check online for prices first, then call for stock and prices before going down, just in case.

careful of kerbs - my rims got gashed quite badly. But i am not too bothered - its just a car to me.

Thanks bro! Yes, I asked for solar film, in-car cam before signing the dot lines :-)

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Sure, will take note of the kerbs.

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Cheers,

What's the diff between k3 ex and k3?
The price diff is about $10k.
I saw diff fall in is 17" Rim plus front LED lighting during day.

What's the diff between k3 ex and k3?
The price diff is about $10k.
I saw diff fall in is 17" Rim plus front LED lighting during day.

You can check spec from sgcarmart comparison. Other than what you mentioned the main one is the 6 airbags vs. 2

What's the diff between k3 ex and k3?
The price diff is about $10k.
I saw diff fall in is 17" Rim plus front LED lighting during day.

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There are obvious and subtle differences.

Why don't go to the showroom to see and feel?

Some stuff can't be decided just by ticks and cross.

E.g. you may not like the after market feel, compared with the factory fitted leather seats; even though both models get a tick.

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Btw, sgcarmart comparison is not 100% accurate.

Edited by Kiat626, 07 March 2015 - 12:28 PM.

What's the diff between k3 ex and k3?
The price diff is about $10k.
I saw diff fall in is 17" Rim plus front LED lighting during day.

Alot of things different,brakes,lights,A/C control..etc

i advise a visit to the AD as Specifications for the EX may change

Hi! Long time since i last surfed in forums. glad to see so many k3 and potential k3 owners! Hope everyone's enjoying the ride so far.
Ya, fuel consumption isnt k3's strength, omly getting about 10km/l.
It's a hassle having to bring car to replace the headlights, but since LTA got inspection, then no choice..zzz
Hope everyone here has a prosperous and happy lunar new year!

Hi! Long time since i last surfed in forums. glad to see so many k3 and potential k3 owners! Hope everyone's enjoying the ride so far.
Ya, fuel consumption isnt k3's strength, omly getting about 10km/l.
It's a hassle having to bring car to replace the headlights, but since LTA got inspection, then no choice..zzz
Hope everyone here has a prosperous and happy lunar new year!

10km/L is damm high,i am getting average 12km/L,maybe higher tyres pressure of 40psi & thinner engine oil helps.[using Motul 300v,0w-20 oil.]

depends on travel pattern as well, im getting 10.xx avg for mostly city travel

depends on travel pattern as well, im getting 10.xx avg for mostly city travel

10km/l is about there for city travel. That is also my experience. For more highway, i can get up to 13km/l over one full tank. (mainly go to work)

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ard there la. Still acceptable.

Anyway,there is a great different�between Motul 0w-20 & Shell Helix Ultra 5w-40,the engine is quieter,smoother & better FC...

During deceleration, it looks like FC is higher when the speed slow down to less than 40kph.

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Any bro that uses roll to stop method, you may want to shorten the time to come to a stop from 40kph. Idling uses less fuel then roll to stop.

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I will start that test and monitor.

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Btw, I read the instant FC (l/100km) off the OBD readings.

The instant FC from the instrument panel cannot be totally relied on because it would still show as 'zero' to mislead us.

During deceleration, it looks like FC is higher when the speed slow down to less than 40kph.

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Any bro that uses roll to stop method, you may want to shorten the time to come to a stop from 40kph. Idling uses less fuel then roll to stop.

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I will start that test and monitor.

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Btw, I read the instant FC (l/100km) off the OBD readings.

The instant FC from the instrument panel cannot be totally relied on because it would still show as 'zero' to mislead us.

is it? i will check it out. (Yes, I do the roll to stop)

If in front is red light & behind no one followed me closely,i will let it "Roll" to stop,at least brake pads will last longer.

Anywhere in Sg to find a bodykit for k3?

Anywhere in Sg to find a bodykit for k3?

Hmm, have not seen any in SGP. have you tried the local Kia forums?

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Seriously consider booking this car after a test drive earlier today. Very impressive car.

gotta check with them if they can still give u the price when u test drove. �coe just went up by 3k+.

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Seriously consider booking this car after a test drive earlier today. Very impressive car.

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Will do, thanks for the advise.

Wondering the center console which is a $2k add on, can it be installed outside for much cheaper?

The SE seems not keen to throw in any freebie.

Thanks Simplecar, it's encouraging as I'm K3 to be soon. Just got COE secured and hopefully getting the car in some time.

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BTW, may I ask if I still can ask for some freebie like car mats, etc. upon car delivery? Didn't mention such things in the sales contract though as SE told me such "small" things are kind of standard. Is it true?

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And since this is also my first car, may I ask where can I go to shop for a reasonable price baby car seat / booster? Look around some at Mothercare, Kiddy Palace and average prices are around $500 - $750. Will it be cheaper for the same brand if I go to Baby Hyperstore (?) at Kaki Bukit?

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Cheers,

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There are many good brand available for infant/baby/child seat, I used Peg Perego Primo Viagio for my baby boy before, and recently upgrade to Britax Boulevard. I bought the Britax Boulevard G4 at firstfewyear $499 with promotion, if budget allow, can get the Britax Boulevard click tight. Most of the Britax come with ISOFIX as well. Hope this help.

Will do, thanks for the advise.

Wondering the center console which is a $2k add on, can it be installed outside for much cheaper?

The SE seems not keen to throw in any freebie.

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what kind of console are you getting now? Is it necessary to get that $2k console?
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the original console is normal with no touchscreen or dvd.

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The 2k one is a very weird looking big screen dvd player with touchscreen.

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Depends on ur personal preference.

Will do, thanks for the advise.

Wondering the center console which is a $2k add on, can it be installed outside for much cheaper?

The SE seems not keen to throw in any freebie.

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personally if free, then i'll take it... if need to pay, especially at $2k?? forget it... I can get a better one outside like Pioneer.. with more functionality...

I am shortlisting the K3 for my replacement ride since my ride ending this year. But I see that a lot of comments stating the mileage to be quite bad at 10km/l.. is it true? That's very bad for a FWD. Worse than a 4WD.

I am shortlisting the K3 for my replacement ride since my ride ending this year. But I see that a lot of comments stating the mileage to be quite bad at 10km/l.. is it true? That's very bad for a FWD. Worse than a 4WD.

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Depends on driving style and condition.

I get consistently 14.5-15 km/l based on distance covered and refill quantity.

About 80% of the time spent on smooth highway traffic, with an average speed of 44km/h (factored stationary + moving time).

the original console is normal with no touchscreen or dvd.

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The 2k one is a very weird looking big screen dvd player with touchscreen.

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Depends on ur personal preference.

i find the original audio HU decent and see no reason to change. I dont want to spend any more money on the car But if the HU later spoils, and after warranty, i will change to a good one since i intend to keep this car for a very long time.

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Depends on driving style and condition.

I get consistently 14.5-15 km/l based on distance covered and refill quantity.

About 80% of the time spent on smooth highway traffic, with an average speed of 44km/h (factored stationary + moving time).

Thats pretty good readings you've got. my avg speed is about 36kph returning me 12.5km/l

i find the original audio HU decent and see no reason to change. I dont want to spend any more money on the car But if the HU later spoils, and after warranty, i will change to a good one since i intend to keep this car for a very long time.

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Thats pretty good readings you've got. my avg speed is about 36kph returning me 12.5km/l

Dekitted my previous car ICE and intend to install it on this car.�

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But sold my DVD HU cos I still want to retain my steering controls. My previous HU had a module just for track mode and volume.

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Anyway the bracket also not cheap for center console. Will just install my amp sub and speakers. Minimum

I am shortlisting the K3 for my replacement ride since my ride ending this year. But I see that a lot of comments stating the mileage to be quite bad at 10km/l.. is it true? That's very bad for a FWD. Worse than a 4WD.

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You are right that K3 FC is not fantastic like Honda Vezel, Mazda 3.. etc..

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Mine around 11km/l...

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Some getting better reading but definitely not 17km/l like Honda Vezel, I'm sure you have read about it at Vezel thread..

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Like what mention previously, the price difference (at least during my purchase) between K3 and other model making FC difference negligible... unless petrol price shot up drastically in future (no one wants that happen anyway [cool] �)

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My advice is, if FC is your concern, then probably K3 does not suit your needs well..

Most important is for your to enjoy your ride without worry... like I am now with my K3 [drivingcar]

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Depends on driving style and condition.

I get consistently 14.5-15 km/l based on distance covered and refill quantity.

About 80% of the time spent on smooth highway traffic, with an average speed of 44km/h (factored stationary + moving time).

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Yup, depends on driving style as well.. you are having a very good FC there [thumbsup]

for the bro who was looking to buy a k3:

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the listed price of the SX variant has been raised to 112,999. �however, they have advertised a promotion of $14k off (not sure what terms and conditions).

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that means an effective price of $99k. �if so, then despite coe up, they are selling at a lower price than in the past few months. �at current coe, their cost iss $101,301. �they are selling at a loss?!?!?!

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they removed the kia k3 advert after i posted?! �its no longer there on sgcarmart.

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for the bro who was looking to buy a k3:

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the listed price of the SX variant has been raised to 112,999. �however, they have advertised a promotion of $14k off (not sure what terms and conditions).

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that means an effective price of $99k. �if so, then despite coe up, they are selling at a lower price than in the past few months. �at current coe, their cost iss $101,301. �they are selling at a loss?!?!?!

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they removed the kia k3 advert after i posted?! �its no longer there on sgcarmart.

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lol... Kia have marketing people lurking around... [wave] �... LOL

they removed the kia k3 advert after i posted?! �its no longer there on sgcarmart.

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Next time should write , guys Kia K3 got promo go have a look !!�

Or the advert is actually a gimmick .... in the price list already have 10 k discount + in house loan discount aprox 4 k ... + car trade in ...�

then very jia lat, 112,999 after discount is so ex, raise price then minus off 14k to get 113k, risen more than the coe's 7k+ in the past 2 biddings.

 

Or the advert is actually a gimmick .... in the price list already have 10 k discount + in house loan discount aprox 4 k ... + car trade in ...�

chey, kia has clarified their advert and stated effective price AFTER the 14k discount is 102,999 for EX and 112,999 for SX

Will be doing paint protection when I collect my K3.

What have you guys used? Any recommendations?
So many brands offered by so many companies all claiming theirs is good.

Did Tuff Coat System6 7 year ago when I bought my current ride.

I also thinking of paint protection system. Any recommendations?

I also thinking of paint protection system. Any recommendations?

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This being a common topic, you will get better response in the main board (this is a sub-board) like "Cars - General Car Discussion" or "Aftermarket - Detailing"

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Anyway, i did not do the protection/coating as i dont take care of my car except to wipe off the rain after a shower. I also seldom wash my car (my car is still quite new)
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Thanks. Will check this out

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There are many good brand available for infant/baby/child seat, I used Peg Perego Primo Viagio for my baby boy before, and recently upgrade to Britax Boulevard. I bought the Britax Boulevard G4 at firstfewyear $499 with promotion, if budget allow, can get the Britax Boulevard click tight. Most of the Britax come with ISOFIX as well. Hope this help.

I got this as freebies and since this has gps integrated there together with reverse cam, I took it. In Singapore the original one doesn't have such feature (mine is SX)

the original console is normal with no touchscreen or dvd.
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The 2k one is a very weird looking big screen dvd player with touchscreen.
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Depends on ur personal preference.

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This being a common topic, you will get better response in the main board (this is a sub-board) like "Cars - General Car Discussion" or "Aftermarket - Detailing"

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Anyway, i did not do the protection/coating as i dont take care of my car except to wipe off the rain after a shower. I also seldom wash my car (my car is still quite new)
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same, dun like coating or protection as some requires u to wash with their specific shampoo and return for touchup. End up after a while still become rough.

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I prefer my paintwork smooth so I wash n wax myself every week.

same, dun like coating or protection as some requires u to wash with their specific shampoo and return for touchup. End up after a while still become rough.

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I prefer my paintwork smooth so I wash n wax myself every week.

DIY washing and waxing are quite time consuming. I used to do so when younger. No longer. prefer to spend my time doing other things.

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But i do wash my car every month (self wash) and some polishing

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same, dun like coating or protection as some requires u to wash with their specific shampoo and return for touchup. End up after a while still become rough.

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I prefer my paintwork smooth so I wash n wax myself every week.

DIY washing and waxing are quite time consuming. I used to do so when younger. No longer. prefer to spend my time doing other things.

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But i do wash my car every month (self wash) and some polishing

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DIY washing and waxing are quite time consuming. I used to do so when younger. No longer. prefer to spend my time doing other things.

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But i do wash my car every month (self wash) and some polishing

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so far so good for me, usually take 1 hour to complete.

so far so good for me, usually take 1 hour to complete.

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i also take about that time.

Just now i went to wash my car in the rain� - a little inconvenient (wet) but i suppose it will be clean and ready to wipe off tomorrow.
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Hi Guys; I got damn bad radio reception..any ideas how to improve it? Thanks

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Hi ElvisTkh, is your radio reception issue resolved?

Is it stock or after market?

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Any bro here drive on ECP (between MCE and Changi)?

My radio reception is bad at this stretch.

It should not be the radio station issue because the bad reception happens with all channels and I do not recall it happening with my previous car's HU.

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My HU is the aftermarket "Eurostyle Multimedia System" installed by C&C.

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I told the service advisor and he had noted it.

But he have not heard from other owners.

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If any bros here have the same problem, do highlight during servicing.

If this is indeed a common problem, then they could investigate.

Otherwise, mine could just be an isolated case.

http://www.sgcarmart...=464028&DL=2392

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We have someone trying to sell a new Forte Koup! whoa... 200hp... that's the kind of engine needed for the Forte, be it sedan or the Koup.

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But the $$ is no good at all

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Should be below $100k to be reasonable

http://www.sgcarmart...=464028&DL=2392

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We have someone trying to sell a new Forte Koup! whoa... 200hp... that's the kind of engine needed for the Forte, be it sedan or the Koup.

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But the $$ is no good at all

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Should be below $100k to be reasonable

that's fast. just over 6 months. And C&C is already no longer selling this car. Wonder why. I have not even seen one on the road.

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Hi ElvisTkh, is your radio reception issue resolved?

Is it stock or after market?

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Any bro here drive on ECP (between MCE and Changi)?

My radio reception is bad at this stretch.

It should not be the radio station issue because the bad reception happens with all channels and I do not recall it happening with my previous car's HU.

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My HU is the aftermarket "Eurostyle Multimedia System" installed by C&C.

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I told the service advisor and he had noted it.

But he have not heard from other owners.

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If any bros here have the same problem, do highlight during servicing.

If this is indeed a common problem, then they could investigate.

Otherwise, mine could just be an isolated case.

Hi Kiat626:

My HU came pre-installed by C&C and the reception still bad and happens for most stations.� My old car did not have such issues at all. Have not highlight this problem but will do so in next servicing. Hopefully C&C can rectify it.� But worse case if they don't then I will have to installed external one...Any one got lobang and know the estimate cost...??

that's fast. just over 6 months. And C&C is already no longer selling this car. Wonder why. I have not even seen one on the road.

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most likely bad sales... Like some brothers said, the previous gen Koup is look nicer.. more "fierce" looks...

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Hi ElvisTkh, is your radio reception issue resolved?

Is it stock or after market?

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Any bro here drive on ECP (between MCE and Changi)?

My radio reception is bad at this stretch.

It should not be the radio station issue because the bad reception happens with all channels and I do not recall it happening with my previous car's HU.

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My HU is the aftermarket "Eurostyle Multimedia System" installed by C&C.

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I told the service advisor and he had noted it.

But he have not heard from other owners.

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If any bros here have the same problem, do highlight during servicing.

If this is indeed a common problem, then they could investigate.

Otherwise, mine could just be an isolated case.

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Hi bro,

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My radio reception was good initially but get bad reception recently.. I wonder why.

I will highlight this when my next servicing is due..

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likewise, I still have bad smell from aircon vent especially in the morning...

I am also using the Eurostyle Multimedia System installed by C&C and so far the radio reception is fine.� My ride is about 1.5 months old.

that's fast. just over 6 months. And C&C is already no longer selling this car. Wonder why. I have not even seen one on the road.

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There is a blue Koup Turbo around Toa Payoh area.

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Yes I do agree despite the big power from just a 1.6L and great performance, sales has been poor.

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The oddball Veloster Turbo on the other hand, despite using a detuned version of Gamma II GDI Turbo, have more sales in SG than the Koup

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Its a real pity actually, I can confirm that the Koup offers identical interior space as the Forte sedan. Kia designers didn't shrink down the dimensions and one certainly wont feel claustrophobic�sitting�at the rear of the Koup.�In fact, the Koup offers slightly bigger boot space�than the sedan due to its extended butt.. LOL�

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I think the $$ is all wrong la, and C&C, of all things went to dekit the Koup in SG. You loose side and curtain airbags, no power seat despite paying an extra 8-9k more.

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Looks is abit subjective though. I thought the Koup looks quite ok. But the rear end looks stubby and it will need a spoiler to bal up the slight sagging butt look.

I am also using the Eurostyle Multimedia System installed by C&C and so far the radio reception is fine.� My ride is about 1.5 months old.

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You may wish to check the antenna cable running into the HU. The cable is shielded and the installer may have spliced the cable too much during installation and without shielding, there will bound to have tons of RF interference.

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There is a blue Koup Turbo around Toa Payoh area.

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Yes I do agree despite the big power from just a 1.6L and great performance, sales has been poor.

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The oddball Veloster Turbo on the other hand, despite using a detuned version of Gamma II GDI Turbo, have more sales in SG than the Koup

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Its a real pity actually, I can confirm that the Koup offers identical interior space as the Forte sedan. Kia designers didn't shrink down the dimensions and one certainly wont feel claustrophobic�sitting�at the rear of the Koup.�In fact, the Koup offers slightly bigger boot space�than the sedan due to its extended butt.. LOL�

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I think the $$ is all wrong la, and C&C, of all things went to dekit the Koup in SG. You loose side and curtain airbags, no power seat despite paying an extra 8-9k more.

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Looks is abit subjective though. I thought the Koup looks quite ok. But the rear end looks stubby and it will need a spoiler to bal up the slight sagging butt look.

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You may wish to check the antenna cable running into the HU. The cable is shielded and the installer may have spliced the cable too much during installation and without shielding, there will bound to have tons of RF interference.

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Agree that the rear seat space feel identical to sedan version, I try it myself when the car still around in the showroom.

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There is a blue Koup Turbo around Toa Payoh area.

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Yes I do agree despite the big power from just a 1.6L and great performance, sales has been poor.

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The oddball Veloster Turbo on the other hand, despite using a detuned version of Gamma II GDI Turbo, have more sales in SG than the Koup

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Its a real pity actually, I can confirm that the Koup offers identical interior space as the Forte sedan. Kia designers didn't shrink down the dimensions and one certainly wont feel claustrophobic�sitting�at the rear of the Koup.�In fact, the Koup offers slightly bigger boot space�than the sedan due to its extended butt.. LOL�

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I think the $$ is all wrong la, and C&C, of all things went to dekit the Koup in SG. You loose side and curtain airbags, no power seat despite paying an extra 8-9k more.

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Looks is abit subjective though. I thought the Koup looks quite ok. But the rear end looks stubby and it will need a spoiler to bal up the slight sagging butt look.

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You may wish to check the antenna cable running into the HU. The cable is shielded and the installer may have spliced the cable too much during installation and without shielding, there will bound to have tons of RF interference.

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Any tips how you to check that run without removing the HU?
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most likely bad sales... Like some brothers said, the previous gen Koup is look nicer.. more "fierce" looks...

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Hi bro,

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My radio reception was good initially but get bad reception recently.. I wonder why.

I will highlight this when my next servicing is due..

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likewise, I still have bad smell from aircon vent especially in the morning...

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I don't have bad smell from aircon problem.

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Did you make sure the air con is set to re-circulation mode so that outside air is blocked out?
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Any tips how you to check that run without removing the HU?
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I don't have bad smell from aircon problem.

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Did you make sure the air con is set to re-circulation mode so that outside air is blocked out?
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yup... re-circulation mode.. not outside air..

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every morning have this bad smell.. like mussy smell...

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yup... re-circulation mode.. not outside air..

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every morning have this bad smell.. like mussy smell...

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Can try this to get rid of smell:

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http://list.qoo10.sg...VIRUS/415327658

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Kills bacteria/viruses too.

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After spraying in my car (after parking in office carpark) the interior air smells/feels "lighter and fresher" after work when I get in my car.

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There is a blue Koup Turbo around Toa Payoh area.

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Yes I do agree despite the big power from just a 1.6L and great performance, sales has been poor.

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The oddball Veloster Turbo on the other hand, despite using a detuned version of Gamma II GDI Turbo, have more sales in SG than the Koup

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Its a real pity actually, I can confirm that the Koup offers identical interior space as the Forte sedan. Kia designers didn't shrink down the dimensions and one certainly wont feel claustrophobic�sitting�at the rear of the Koup.�In fact, the Koup offers slightly bigger boot space�than the sedan due to its extended butt.. LOL�

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I think the $$ is all wrong la, and C&C, of all things went to dekit the Koup in SG. You loose side and curtain airbags, no power seat despite paying an extra 8-9k more.

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Looks is abit subjective though. I thought the Koup looks quite ok. But the rear end looks stubby and it will need a spoiler to bal up the slight sagging butt look.

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You may wish to check the antenna cable running into the HU. The cable is shielded and the installer may have spliced the cable too much during installation and without shielding, there will bound to have tons of RF interference.

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i was tempted to swop to the new Koup from my old Koup which was much better looking. The price ($130k) and two doors killed my interest as i decided to go back to a 4-door car.

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I was told the electric seat was removed to facilitate ease of exit in the event of power failure. Haha. 2 air bags and not so attractive styling killed my interest.

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The K3 is not that nice to me but i was sold on K3 for the other features and the price.

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Hi Bros

Got my car about week ago and was then on trip so don't have much time to check it out in detail. Have a few questions to ask (this is my first car then some may sound stupid :-)

1. For passenger seatbelt (the rear - middle one): how to find the belt? I don't seem to see it
2. For your car, is the lamp at the door automatically on when you open the door? Mine doesn't (mine is SX btw)
3. How to activate the sound when you remotely open/close the door?

Thanks

Hi Bros

Got my car about week ago and was then on trip so don't have much time to check it out in detail. Have a few questions to ask (this is my first car then some may sound stupid :-)

1. For passenger seatbelt (the rear - middle one): how to find the belt? I don't seem to see it
2. For your car, is the lamp at the door automatically on when you open the door? Mine doesn't (mine is SX btw)
3. How to activate the sound when you remotely open/close the door?

Thanks

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1. http://www.sgcarmart...4#gallery_start

2. See manual page 4-106.

3. No sound.
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1. http://www.sgcarmart...4#gallery_start
2. See manual page 4-106.
3. No sound.
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Thanks. For #2, that's weird. Mine doesn't seem to have it. Or at least not that obvious. Do you need to pull it out or it's always like that?

Thanks. For #2, that's weird. Mine doesn't seem to have it. Or at least not that obvious. Do you need to pull it out or it's always like that?

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It should be a switch.

I don't have such requirement so have never confirmed its operation.

Go to your car and try lor.

Won't void warranty.

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It should be a switch.
I don't have such requirement so have never confirmed its operation.
Go to your car and try lor.
Won't void warranty.
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My bad finger. I mean for #1, the rear passenger meddle seatbelt. Mine is not that obvious as the picture. What's about yours?

My bad finger. I mean for #1, the rear passenger meddle seatbelt. Mine is not that obvious as the picture. What's about yours?

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Middle seatbelt is staring at you.

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Maybe yours is tucked away and caught inside the center armrest; that center piece of the backrest which you can pull out and down?

Or maybe it was missed out in production. [:p]
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Middle seatbelt is staring at you.

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Maybe yours is tucked away and caught inside the center armrest; that center piece of the backrest which you can pull out and down?

Or maybe it was missed out in production.
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Missed out in production?!? [sweatdrop]

Anyone changes the battery yet? How much is it?

Hi Everyone

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I just brought a new k3 from C&C

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Does any one have lobang for the emblem?

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Thank You

Hi Everyone
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I just brought a new k3 from C&C
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Does any one have lobang for the emblem?
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Thank You

You want to change to this??

http://en.m.wikipedi...g_Long_logo.png

Better not to change

Edited by Firedemon15, 01 April 2015 - 04:47 PM.

You mean this one ? It's a 3rd party design�

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actually the original started from Kia Spectra (K with an addition / ), suppose to have a performance division using this logo .... but in the end no news.

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Just note that King Long logo the K" portion didn't touch the outer ring.

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some how official tuner for Jap cars�

Nissan got Nismo

Honda got Mugen

Toyota got TRD�

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Hi Everyone

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I just brought a new k3 from C&C

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Does any one have lobang for the emblem?

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Thank You

congrats! There are some online stores selling as well. I find the original emblems nice enough. Hence did not change

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I did change most of the T8 bulbs though.

You mean this one ? It's a 3rd party design�

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actually the original started from Kia Spectra (K with an addition / ), suppose to have a performance division using this logo .... but in the end no news.

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Just note that King Long logo the K" portion didn't touch the outer ring.

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some how official tuner for Jap cars�

Nissan got Nismo

Honda got Mugen

Toyota got TRD�

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Yup , the sports logo.
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Thanks for the information!
So those "K" emblems are not actually Kia design but third party design?
Then it's better not to change.

The T8 bulbs are for?

Anyone changes the battery yet? How much is it?

Not yet,but the K3 is running on normal MF battery,should not be very expensive like what my Mazda Q-85 battery. [furious]

Not yet,but the K3 is running on normal MF battery,should not be very expensive like what my Mazda Q-85 battery.

I looking at Mazda 3 and k3 earlier.

Although I might look at altais or city too.

Find that M3 battery price quite expensive about $300.

I looking at Mazda 3 and k3 earlier.

Although I might look at altais or city too.

Find that M3 battery price quite expensive about $300.

Mazda 3 is very good in handling,the K3's suspension too soft,get a bump in expressway,it will become unsettle... �But K3 is quieter & it's engine is smoother...Altis also a good car,but City.?Just avoid it...

Mazda 3 is very good in handling,the K3's suspension too soft,get a bump in expressway,it will become unsettle... �But K3 is quieter & it's engine is smoother...Altis also a good car,but City.?Just avoid it...

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Local Altis specs, once again is miserable. A lot of equipment were del so that BM can have max profits for the car.��Dual airbags only, traction control, VSC, hill start hold, factory HU, power seats, cruise control, etc were all deleted. Even the climate control looses the heater portion, its aircon or nothing. No dual zone climate control either. And no 1.8 nor 2L Altis in SG where both are common place in Malaysia and Thailand.

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The only redeeming point is that it comes with LED headlights. But you can upgrade to real LED lightbulbs in your Forte if u want. Philips and Osram sells direct replacement bulbs.

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The City we have in SG is too low specs already. When u see what u can buy in Malaysia, we keep kicking ourselves why we are paying so much money for an empty shell.

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This is why u hardly see the new City on the road these days.

Just bought a kia k3 tempation red.... sadly no lip spoiler... dunno where to get.

Anyone got the experience of guaranteed COE? How is it like in the current climate? 1st bid will get the COE?

What about non guaranteed bid? Prepared to wait for a few bids?

Just bought a kia k3 tempation red.... sadly no lip spoiler... dunno where to get.

Yes interested in the lip spoiler too but on eBay mostly sellin black or if painted you have to trust the seller to get the colour right.

Any local shops that sells them?

i was on guaranteed coe, from the day i signed on papers to the day i collect car, 1.5 weeks :P

any bro can share on the reliability n engine performance so far?

How much is the kia K3 Ex opc now? For a full tank could go till how much km? Planning to buy one but i dont wanna regret buying

How much is the kia K3 Ex opc now? For a full tank could go till how much km? Planning to buy one but i dont wanna regret buying

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Depends on how much highway you use.

i can get about 13km/l on 80% highway.

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if you are looking at OPC, the petrol should not be a big factor. Please note that the EX price should be less than 100k.
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Depends on how much highway you use.
i can get about 13km/l on 80% highway.
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if you are looking at OPC, the petrol should not be a big factor. Please note that the EX price should be less than 100k.
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Thanks! i decided to change my mind to a second hand car as i cant afford a new car. For those who have a second hand avante or glx(manual) tat has three years left and is willing to sell quite cheap, pls pm me. Thanks

Anyone got the experience of guaranteed COE? How is it like in the current climate? 1st bid will get the COE?

What about non guaranteed bid? Prepared to wait for a few bids?

Yes interested in the lip spoiler too but on eBay mostly sellin black or if painted you have to trust the seller to get the colour right.

Any local shops that sells them?

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I believe for Kia cars, there are 2 agents... C&C, and C&C Fulco (Correct me if I'm wrong). I am probably the few fools who purchased the lancer instead of a K3 at this price climate.

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The effort which C&C Fulco (whom I purchased from) places in for the 6-bids non-guranteed is appalling (53k for the Mar 1st bidding, and never bid for the Mar 2nd bidding). So you probably have to prepare to wait or even prepare yourself for not getting the car.�

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Anyone got the experience of guaranteed COE? How is it like in the current climate? 1st bid will get the COE?

What about non guaranteed bid? Prepared to wait for a few bids?

Yes interested in the lip spoiler too but on eBay mostly sellin black or if painted you have to trust the seller to get the colour right.

Any local shops that sells them?

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what about this?

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http://www.ebay.com....=item2580a5ff2e

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color should be right... quite ex... Unless drive into JB to buy and install on the spot

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