Used Kia Venga for sale near Ilford

CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.6 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 30.4%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 4.0 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 140
Average Price: Around £7,000

Kia Venga (2009-2019) Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Versatile family-friendly cabin	Dull to drive
Some of the original seven-year warranty should still cover recent examples	Disappointing fuel economy
Generous kit on all models bar the entry-level '1'	More reliability issues than you'd expect of a Kia

Quick Summary

The Kia Venga (2009-2019) occupies a middle ground between a hatchback and a people carrier, designed to offer greater practicality than a typical supermini. It delivers exceptional interior space with a versatile cabin that easily accommodates four adults with generous headroom and legroom. The rear bench features a 60:40 split-fold arrangement with reclining backrests and fore-and-aft sliding capability, opening up to a cavernous 1,253 litres when fully folded. Even at its smallest configuration, the boot offers 440 litres of space with a low loading lip and flat sides. Standard equipment levels are generous across most trim levels, with the 2015 facelift introducing a top-end 4 trim featuring keyless start and a panoramic sunroof.

However, the Venga's driving experience is disappointing. Available with 1.4 and 1.6-litre petrol and diesel engines, none deliver spirited performance, with the 1.4-litre petrol particularly underpowered. Real-world fuel consumption significantly exceeds official figures, with owners reporting thirsty consumption across all variants. The ride is bumpy at low speeds, steering lacks feel, and excessive body roll occurs even at modest cornering speeds. Service intervals are reasonable, with diesel engines serviced every 20,000 miles and petrols every 10,000 miles, though annual servicing is required. The transferrable seven-year, 100,000-mile warranty offers potential savings on major repairs.

Best for: Families prioritising interior space and practicality, those seeking generous standard equipment, and buyers wanting a spacious cabin with clever seating arrangements.

Not ideal for: Drivers valuing engaging handling, those concerned about fuel economy, or buyers expecting Kia reliability standards, as the Venga experiences more issues than typical for the brand.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the Venga if: You prioritise interior space and practicality, seek generous standard equipment, or want a spacious cabin with clever seating arrangements for family use.

Consider alternatives if: You value engaging handling, are concerned about fuel economy, or expect Kia's typical reliability standards, as the Venga experiences more issues than usual for the brand.

Competitive Position: The Kia Venga (2009-2019) is a capable family hauler that excels in practicality and interior versatility, but falls short dynamically compared to rivals. The Ford B-Max and Honda Jazz both score higher on expert ratings and overall CarGurus ratings, offering better driving experiences. The Citroën C3 Picasso provides significantly better value, with 48.5% good or great deals available. Whilst the Venga delivers room and clever seating, its dull driving dynamics, disappointing fuel economy, and reliability concerns make it a less compelling choice than its competitors, particularly the more engaging Ford B-Max or the better-value Citroën C3 Picasso.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from March 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.