Kia Pegas Car Review

The car is available with a 1.4-liter, multi-point injection, 4-cylinder, double overhead cam, 16-valve engine that generates 95 hp at 6,300 rpm and 133 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm. It comes mated to a standard 4-speed automatic transmission. With these specifications, the engine consumes an average of 5.7 liters per 100 km and reaches a top speed of 170 km/h. The car features a traction control system and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.2 seconds.

The car offers a smooth ride at low speeds and flexible handling. The 95 hp engine performs well, and the transmission provides good response, although it isn't quick in medium shifts.

The car's dimensions are 4300 mm long, 1700 mm wide, and 1460 mm high. It can accommodate five passengers and has a standard luggage compartment capacity of 475 liters. The car also has a wheelbase of 2570 mm. This long wheelbase means the car isn't cramped inside, but it provides good interior space for passengers' comfort. It also comes with a large trunk that can accommodate a good amount of luggage and belongings. However, the car isn't as spacious as other models, and it may be more suitable for four people than five.

The higher-end version of the car comes with a distinctive sunroof and more comfort features, including front armrests. The cabin provides the driver with good visibility, a comfortable driving position, and an easy-to-use control panel. Meanwhile, the rear seats offer comfortable legroom for rear passengers, making the car comfortable.

The center console area in front of the driver has been designed to enhance ease of use, with many vehicle functions controlled via clear, convenient buttons. Additionally, the center console offers ample storage space to enhance usability, with built-in cup holders accessible from the front and rear of the cabin. A small, two-tiered drawer at the base of the dashboard can also be used to store passengers' smartphones while on the go.

The car also offers a multimedia system with a 3.8-inch screen or a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay. The car is available with either four or six speakers. The cabin features good materials, circular air vents, and black chrome accents. Adjustable front-seat headrests are standard in all cars and provide good sound insulation.

Kia spare parts prices are somewhat high in Egypt, but they are neither exaggeratedly high nor low at the same time. Kia spare parts are well available in Egypt at dealerships, importers, and dealers. However, Pegas is a new car in the Egyptian market, and its spare parts are more available at dealerships, where they are sold at higher prices, pending the car's proven status in the market and the passage of time for its spare parts to become more available in the market.

The car's ground clearance is 160 mm, making it suitable for Egyptian roads and offers good clearance in its class in Egypt, better than cars in higher categories in terms of ground clearance.

The car's front suspension consists of MacPherson struts, while the rear suspension consists of a torsion bar, providing a smooth ride and stability on highways, facilitating maneuverability and making the car flexible when driving on city roads, while allowing for easy steering. The car's suspension is considered harsh, but it provides more stability and balance than other cars in its class.

It can be said that the car is new to Egypt and is currently available as a 2020 model. It was only launched at the 2018 Automech Formula exhibition. Therefore, the cars available to dealers are mostly new cars for sale, or near-zero-mileage models at most. Therefore, there are not many used models available for sale.

On the other hand, the car is considered Kia's entry into the economy car sector. This car is in good demand, with approximately 700 cars sold during 2019 during its first appearance in the local market. Therefore, there is demand for it in a category dominated by cars such as the Nissan Sunny, Renault Logan, and other models that may be priced lower than the Kia Pegas. Therefore, the resale price of this car is not declining significantly, especially since there is a positive image for Kia cars in Egypt. The company has positioned itself above other companies in terms of focusing on higher-end cars in the past period, which has enhanced the company's upscale image, not only in Egypt but also globally.

The first and second categories include:

Front and rear disc brakes

Remote central locking

2 front airbags

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

Electronic brake distribution (EBD)

Engine anti-theft alarm

Front and rear fog lights

The car lacks an electronic stability program (ESP).