Problem with Kia Venga 1.4 Ecodynamics

Yep, the Contis are noisey feckers alright. When it's time to change it won't be contis that go back on. They seem to be very hard though so it may be while until they go. Never had problem with grip though, even on very wet, greasy roads.

Well I've been reading along and following this thread for what seems like an age. I know you blokes have had terrible trouble with your Vengas and I feel for you. Nobody wants that sort of crap from a car. I had a similar experience with a Grand Scenic some time ago......Never again!! I was following the thread because the Venga looked like such a nice motor and I was looking at maybe buying one. However your problems eventually put me off and last week I part x'd the Carens for a 58 plate Skoda Roomster 1.4tdi with the VW pd engine. It's a lovely motor, bags of room, doing about 48 mpg round town. Last night driving like an anorak I got 67.4 mpg coming home from work through town! It was midnight and no traffic. One more thing if I put my foot down it flies. Something apparently lacking in a lot of Vengas. I do hope you all get your motors sorted.

Dave.

Its been a good outcome for you James. The 1.4 is way too underpowered for that car and others too.

Good morning everyone,

 

We've tried to do a general response to address as many posts as possible on the forum.

 

Kia Motors UK Ltd is aware that some drivers are still experiencing drivability concerns with their Venga 1.4D, these can include an engine knocking noise or an occasional flat spot.

 

Kia Motors launched a revision in September 2011 which has proven successful on the majority of cars. We appreciate that some customers still remain disappointed; however we would like to reassure you that our factories are working to see if further improvements can be made.  As soon as further information is available, we will let you know. 

 

The decision to remove the ISG on the Venga 1.4D 1 and 2 was taken as an improvement in engine efficiency meant that it was no longer needed for the car to fall within its low tax bracket.  It was not an attempt to resolve the issues mentioned above.  The ISG remains in the Venga 1.6D because it has a positive affect on this cars tax banding.

 

If there is anything customer services can do to help, please let us know.

 

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And also good to hear facts rather than us all guessing.