Kia Cerato vs Proton Persona Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Smooth exterior design Fit and finish Read More	Fuel-efficient for long commutes. Spacious interior with ample legroom. Advanced safety features enhance security. Smooth and comfortable ride quality. Read More
Things we don't like	Dated interior cabin   Read More	Higher maintenance costs compared to some rivals. Read More

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	482 L	510 L
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	50 L	40 L
Front Tread	1557 mm	--
Rear Tread	1570 mm	--
Kerb Weight	1347 kg	1175 kg
Length	4560 mm	4366 mm
Width	1780 mm	1722 mm
Height	1445 mm	1554 mm
Wheel Base	2700 mm	2555 mm
Turning Radius	5.3 m	5.0 m
No Of Doors	4	4
Seating Capacity	5 Seats	5 Seats

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Engine Details

Fuel Supply System	MPFI	MPI
No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Emission Control System	Catalytic Converter	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 5	--
Engine	--	1.6L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

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Performance

Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine Displacement	1591 cc	1597 cc
Power	128 hp	108 hp
Torque	157 Nm	150 Nm
RPM At Max Power	--	5750 RPM
RPM At Max Torque	--	4000 RPM

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Steering

Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Steering Type	Power	Electric Power
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Solid Discs	Drums
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam	Torsion Beam
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	CVT
Gear Box	6-Speed	Variable Speed
Drive Type	FWD	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	--

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	15 Inch
Tyre Size	215/45 R17	185/55 R15
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R15

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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	No	Yes
Traction Control	No	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	No	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	No
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	--
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Hold Assist Hill Hold Assist
Curtain Airbags	--	No
Side Airbag-Rear	--	No
Knee Airbags	--	No
Front Parking Sensors	--	No
Rear Parking Sensors	--	Yes
360 Camera	--	No
Park Assist	--	No
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)	--	No
Blind Spot monitor	--	No
Lane Departure Warning System	--	No

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	--	Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	No	No
Air Quality Control	No	--
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Front Front
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Yes	Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	No
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	No
Ventilated Front Seats	--	No
Ventilated Rear Seats	--	No
Central Console Armrest	--	Yes
Wireless Charger	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
DVD Player	No	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	No
Navigation System	Yes	No
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	No	No
Touch Screen	Yes	No
No Of Speakers	--	2 2

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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes

Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	No
Seat Lumbar Support	No	--
Heated Seats - Front	No	--
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	No	No
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	No

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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Halogen Halogen	Halogen Halogen
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Roof Carrier	No	--
Roof Rail	No	No
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Sun Roof	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	No	--
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Daytime Running Lights	--	No
Taillight Type	--	Bulb Bulb

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Miscellaneous

Outside Temperature Display	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	Yes
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--

Interior

Adjustable Headrest	--	Front Front
Ambient Light	--	No
Sun Visors	--	Yes