Kia Ceed Sportwagon - Auto

[davgar]

Looking at a used 2022 Ceed automatic
Any feedback on this gearbox?
I see Kia have stopped offering this on new purchases - is this due to it being crap ?
cheers

[georgeyboy12345]

Interesting, I know problems tend to get magnified on the web, but there do seem to be lots of threads on Kia forums about problems with the 7DCT 'box. Never knew about this. Perhaps there is an issue. Could also be lack of availability due to the ongoing chip shortages.

[davgar]

assume any gearbox issues covered by warranty?

[HalfManHalfJaffaCake]

The DCT7 doesn’t seem to have any particular reliability issues, but I believe it’s dry clutch so doesn’t take kindly to creeping uphill in traffic - not a KIA problem, that’s a characteristic to be expected.

It’s criticised for being a bit lethargic at times, but nothing you don’t get used to and sport mode (assuming you have it) makes a difference.

I wouldn’t worry about - it just gets on with the job.

On warranty, I think the clutches are only warranted for three years but I’m working from memory so best check.

It’s suffered from supply issues lately, hence being withdrawn from sale on the CEED and Stonic, for example - originally so that the new Sportage could be prioritised.

Edited by HalfManHalfJaffaCake on Tuesday 20th December 17:36

[ZX10R NIN]

The DCT has the same issues most dry clutch Dual Clutch gearboxes seem to have, namely not liking creeping up hill sometimes lethargic in pick up & dry clutch setups seem to wear a bit quicker than wet clutch setups.

I wouldn't say they're any worse than a VAG/Ford unit.

[davgar]

what auto car is most reliable?

[Jonny_]

davgar said:

what auto car is most reliable?

Prius or Corolla hybrid probably. Very few moving parts, with no actuators or clutches whatsoever.

[ZX10R NIN]

davgar said:

what auto car is most reliable?

Most conventional torque converter auto boxes are fine, just make sure you change the filter & fluids at the right time.