Some cars earn their keep quietly -- no drama, no apologies, just clean reliable motoring every single day. The 2017 Kia Cerato S is exactly that kind of car. If you want something that starts every morning, parks easily, and doesn't nickle-and-dime you at the service centre, this is it.

Under the bonnet sits a 2.0-litre naturally aspirated engine paired with a smooth six-speed automatic. It's not trying to be a sports car -- it's trying to get you to work on time and home again without complaint. At 65,000 km it's barely run in, and Kia's reputation for long-haul reliability means you have plenty of road ahead.

The cabin is practical and well-proportioned. Black fabric interior, sensible ergonomics, decent boot space -- this is a car that was designed around real people doing real things. Air conditioning, cruise control, Bluetooth connectivity: the everyday essentials are all present and accounted for.

The exterior in blue looks sharp without demanding attention. Clean lines, the familiar Cerato silhouette, and nothing that'll embarrass you pulling into the school drop-off or the office car park. It fits in everywhere because it was designed to.

Servicing a Cerato won't keep your mechanic in a new holiday home. Parts are plentiful, service intervals are sensible, and the 7-year manufacturer warranty legacy means this generation was built with ownership costs in mind from day one.

Located at Nunawading in Melbourne's east -- easy to get to from the Eastern Freeway, plenty of parking, and no pressure from us.

The Cerato S: the car your accountant would buy if accountants were ever allowed to have fun. Which, technically, this counts as.

All prices displayed exclude government charges. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, MM Carz recommends you confirm with one of our consultants to confirm specific specifications/features about the car. Please also note our vehicles may not always be on display, as they may be in for detailing--please contact us in advance to confirm availability before visiting our showroom.