"The driver gets a hefty 7.5-inch digital instrument binnacle alongside a 12.9-inch infotainment display. Nearly everything is run through that screen, which is sad for those of us who want a return to physical buttons. It's quick and responsive, but it lacks the haptic feedback that confirms a tap. The infotainment system supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, so you don't have to use it too much if you don't like it."
"On the road, delivering a load Even with 600 lbs (272 kg) loaded in the back-Kia wanted us to have a proper experience-the van felt remarkably car-like. The steering is smooth, and it has a delightfully tight turning circle to help navigate small towns and sharp city bends. It felt sure-footed and stable, though the ride was a touch on the jiggly side on all but the smoothest roads."
"Yes, it's a van, so don't expect a buttery-smooth ride, but because everything else is so car-like, you don't expect quite so agricultural a ride. Nor do you expect the cabin to sound so echo-y. That contrast strikes you from time to time: it's clearly built to do a job, but it's also thoughtfully designed. Its touchpoints are designed to withstand heavy use, so while they're not especially luxurious, they should hold up to the many painty/muddy/gunky hands that will use them."
The driver receives a 7.5-inch digital instrument binnacle and a 12.9-inch infotainment display. Nearly all functions are controlled through the touchscreen, which is quick and responsive but lacks haptic confirmation; Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are supported. With 600 lbs (272 kg) in the back the van feels remarkably car-like, featuring smooth steering and a tight turning circle for urban manoeuvres. The ride is somewhat jiggly on anything less than perfectly smooth roads and the cabin can sound echo-y. Touchpoints are durable rather than luxurious to withstand heavy use. The powertrain is silky smooth with sufficient torque for brisk acceleration; real-world efficiency fell short of the 3.8 miles/kWh WLTP claim in cold conditions. Design shows clear operator-focused thought; USA availability remains possible.
Read at Ars Technica
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