Why did Kia stop making the Venga?

Why did Kia stop making the Venga?

Kia decided to stop selling the Venga in early 2019 - its decision evidence that small people carriers are falling out of fashion. The Venga may well be classified as an MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle), but it's actually more like a high-roofed hatchback with a few tricks up its sleeve.

What car is similar to a Kia Venga?

The Kia Venga is a roomy small car that's easy to see out of, cheap to run and comes with a roomy cabin. It's an alternative to MPVs such as the Hyundai ix20, Vauxhall Crossland X and the Renault Captur.

Where are Kia Venga made?

The Venga is built at Hyundai's European plant at Nošovice in the Czech Republic, alongside its Hyundai sister cars.

When was the last Kia Venga made?

The Kia Venga is a five-door, five passenger, front-engine, front-drive, high-roof mini MPV (compact minivan) manufactured by Kia for the European market across a single generation (2009–2019).

What is the best small MPV?

Best small MPVs 2018

• Ssangyong Tivoli. ...
• Citroen C3 Picasso. ...
• VW Golf SV. ...
• Hyundai iX20. Save money on a new Hyundai today. ...
• MINI Clubman. Save money on a new MINI today. ...
• Kia Venga. Save money on a new Kia today. ...
• BMW 2-Series Active Tourer. Save money on a new BMW today. ...
• Ford B-Max. Save money on a new Ford today.

When did the Kia Venga come out?

• The Kia Venga is a versatile multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) that was in production between 20, meaning there are plenty of examples to choose from. If you're in the market for a spacious family car, but you don't need something too big, then the Venga makes for a great choice because it bridges the gap between hatchbacks and SUVs.

Is the Kia Venga a B-segment MPV?

• Although Kia has a history in the regular B-segment with three generations of the Rio hatchback, the Kia Venga is its first B-segment MPV, slotting below the Carens. Parent company Hyundai has its own version of the Venga, the ix20, which uses the same engines and chassis and, even to Hyundai and Kia bosses, looks just a little too similar.

Is the Kia Venga too cool to be cool?

• “ The Kia Venga does the whole family car thing as well as any other - but it's not cool. Or much fun ” Too sensible to be cool. The C3 Picasso is way cooler. What is it? Despite the nineties pop act name, this isn't a bad car at all.

Is the Ford Venga a good family car?

• The Venga is immensely practical and hard-wearing; add in the affordable running costs and it makes a lot of sense as a family car. Although the Venga makes a strong case for itself, it's not without its rivals. The Ford B-Max is more economical and has a better interior, so that's worth a look.