Suspension & Steering

A balanced solution brings good ride and handling

At the front, a subframe beneath the engine bay supports the McPherson Strut suspension and the steering rack and also helps to isolate the passenger cabin from road surface vibrations. The co-axial coil springs are offset for smooth operation and the shock absorber strut incorporates the anti-roll bar mounting point, to provide optimal handling stability and improved ride without sacrificing mounting rigidity. A zero camber angle for the front wheels, allows the Cerato to steer and maneuver with minimal effort and low tire scrub.

At the rear, the Cerato suspension employs a transverse subframe with dual lower transverse links, with a single forward-facing trailing arm. The suspension geometry is set to minimize wheel camber changes especially during cornering and under braking to maximise tyre grip and handling stability. The conical and non-linear co-axial coil springs maintain optimal positioning while a large spring offset allows for greatly-improved ride comfort and handling stability. Tall and slender, the design of the rear suspension ensures minimum intrusion into the trunk space.

Nitrogen gas-filled shock absorbers are standard fit for both the front and rear suspension systems for optimal damping performance.

Every Cerato model has a power-assisted rack and pinion steering system with a 15.4:1 ratio, requiring 2.8 turns of the 370 mm diameter steering wheel lock-to-lock.

Please note that technical and equipment specifications, as well as options availability for the Cerato LX and EX five-door and four-door models may vary country by country. Please check with your local Kia Distributor for final details and prices.