How much is a 2018 Kia CarensDiesel worth in Ireland?

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Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Kia Carens from Northern Ireland?

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What are the running costs of a 2018 Kia CarensDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Kia CarensDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Kia Carens2018

Diesel

31 days avg on market · Low data confidence

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Expected price

€11,925

retail ~€11,925 · private ~€9,454 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,618 – €8,036

Avg mileage

167k km

typical 199k km

Days listed

31d

avg on market · demand 52/100

AI Market Summary

Spacious seven-seat family hauler with reliable Kia warranty history; excellent towing capacity and practical boot space make it genuinely useful.
Median mileage sits well above Irish average for this age—210k km suggests regular motorway or delivery use rather than typical family ownership. Inspect service records closely.
DPF clogging is the critical risk on this engine, especially if previous owners did short urban trips. Turbocharger wear and EGR carbon build-up common above 80k miles; budget for potential repairs.
Before buying, request full service history and ask seller specifically about DPF regeneration costs or warning lights. Have a pre-purchase diesel specialist inspection done.
Price is stable year-on-year but realistic given mileage; comparable petrol MPVs may offer lower fuel costs over time despite higher list prices.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

114 bhp

116 PS

Torque

260 Nm

192 lb·ft

0–62 mph

12.7s

111 mph top

Engine

1.7L

1700 cc

Boot space

492L

1650L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

65 mpg

4.35 L/100km

Urban

57.75 mpg

Extra urban

70.65 mpg

CO₂

113 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

58L

Dimensions

Length

4.53m

4525 mm

Width

1.80m

Wheelbase

2.75m

Kerb weight

1,581 kg

2,240 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 94% · Child 76%

Insurance

Group 12E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

7 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Kia Carens 2018

Reliability

4/5

The 2018 Kia Carens diesel is a solid, dependable family MPV with a strong warranty heritage and robust diesel engine. Common ownership experience is trouble-free motoring with good fuel economy, though DPF and EGR issues can emerge post-warranty. Good value for money as a used buy, particularly for families needing space.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging on cars driven predominantly in town/short journeys; forced regeneration cycles can be costly if ignored
EGR valve carbon build-up causing rough idle and increased emissions on higher-mileage examples
Turbocharger bearing wear and occasional turbo actuator lag reported from 80,000+ miles
Coolant leak from heater matrix connections; affects comfort but not engine safety
Diesel injector coking on some higher-mileage units, causing starting difficulty in cold weather
Rear brake pad wear slightly faster than expected; rear drums/drums-and-disc setup requires regular inspection

Good for

Family hauling: spacious three-row interior with flexible seating for 5–7 occupants
Fuel economy: genuine 45–52 mpg achievable on mixed driving with the 1.7 CRDi engine
Reliability track record: Kia's diesel engines well-proven; fewer electrical gremlins than some rivals
Practicality: decent cargo volume, good visibility, and comfortable on longer journeys

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