The same can be said for included safety features such as front and curtain side airbags, ABS, and antiskid/traction control. Also standard are air conditioning, power windows/locks/mirrors, height-adjustable driver's seat, and a leather-wrapped steering with audio controls. LXs offer a Convenience Package with cruise control and keyless entry. Those items are standard for EXs, which offer optional leather trim with heated front seats and a Premium Package with sunroof and premium audio with in-dash CD changer.

All Rondos have a 60/40 split folding 2nd-row bench seat; the 3-row option adds a 50/50 bench as well as 2nd-row fore/aft and recline adjustments. All rear seats fold flat for cargo. Prices start at $16,395. A full Consumer Guide test is coming soon, so keep checking back with us.

2007 Kia Rondo