Kia Venga reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Kia Venga is a mpv / people carrier. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 89 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 336 of 442, and 27.8% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is track rod end (5.9% of tests).
Ranked 336 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 14 of 20 people carriers
In 2024, 47,244 Kia Vengas aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 27.8% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Kia Venga is 12% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
27.8%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
5,900
Typical age at test: 9 years
Kia Venga MOT failure rate by age
Most common Kia Venga MOT faults
- Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play5.9% of tests
- Position lamp: not working4.8% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working3.1% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.2% of tests
- Ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt2.0% of tests
- Washers: provides insufficient washer liquid1.7% of tests
What the Kia Venga fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 12.1% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Steering | 6.8% | ▲ 4.4× as often |
| Suspension | 6.0% | ▼ 16% less often |
| Brakes | 5.9% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Tyres | 5.0% | ▼ 13% less often |
| Visibility | 4.6% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 1.4% | ▼ 33% less often |
| Body and structure | 1.2% | ▼ 47% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.5% | About average |
| Wheels | 0.1% | ▼ 47% less often |
What MPG does the Kia Venga do?
Official economy for the Kia Venga ranges from 40.4 to 64.2mpg across the 65 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2010–2018). A typical petrol version manages 47.9mpg and a typical diesel 64.2mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Kia Venga?
Any Kia Venga first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Kia Venga registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £275 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carKia Venga specs and running costs
Official figures for 65 versions sold in the UK between 2010 and 2018.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
40.4–64.2 mpg
CO2
115–164 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venga 'SR7' 1.4 CRDi 89bhpM6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| Venga '2' 1.4 CRDi 89bhpM6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| Venga '3' 1.6 CRDi 114bhp ISGM6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| Venga '4' 1.6 CRDi 114bhp ISGM6 · listed 2018 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 115g | £200 |
| Venga '1' 1.4 89bhp ISGM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £200 |
| Venga '1 Air' 1.4 89bhp ISGM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £200 |
| Venga 'SR7' 1.4 89bhp ISGM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £200 |
| Venga '2' 1.4 89bhp ISGM5 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 50.4 mpg | 130g | £200 |
| Venga '2' 1.6 123bhpA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 43.4 mpg | 150g | £200 |
| Venga 3' 1.6 123bhpA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 43.4 mpg | 150g | £200 |
| Venga '3' 1.6 123bhp ISGM6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 47.9 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| Venga '4' 1.6 123bhpA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 43.4 mpg | 150g | £200 |
| Venga '4' 1.6 123bhp ISGM6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 47.9 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| Venga '2' 1.6 123bhp ISGM6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 43.5 mpg | 149g | £200 |
| Venga '3' 1.6 123bhpA6 · listed 2018 | Petrol | 40.9 mpg | 159g | £200 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 65 versions.
What a Kia Venga costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 47.9mpg…
- diesel, typical official 64.2mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Kia Venga reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Kia Venga is 12% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 89 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Kia Venga?
The most common MOT fault is “Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play”, found in 5.9% of tests. It fails on steering and lights and electrics more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Kia Venga do?
Official economy for the Kia Venga ranges from 40.4 to 64.2mpg across the 65 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2010–2018). A typical petrol version manages 47.9mpg and a typical diesel 64.2mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Kia Venga?
Any Kia Venga first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Kia Venga registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £275 a year.
›How many Kia Vengas fail their MOT?
27.8% of Kia Vengas aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Kia Venga combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.