2010 Kia Rondo: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2010 Kia Rondo is standard seven-passenger seating across the lineup. It is otherwise a light update rather than a redesign.
About the 2010 Kia Rondo
UN generation in the U.S. (2007-2010), final U.S. model year.
Kia positioned the Rondo as a compact family people-mover that delivered minivan-like seating flexibility in a smaller, easier-to-park wagon. The brand emphasized comfort, convenience, utility, and a strong safety story, especially for shoppers who wanted three rows without moving up to a bulky minivan or large SUV. In practice, it was a practical seven-seat family vehicle aimed at downsizing buyers who still needed flexible cargo and passenger space.
For its final U.S. model year, the Rondo lineup centers on the straightforward LX, a compact family vehicle with three rows and flexible cargo space. Its sliding second row and fold-flat rear seats make it easy to switch between carrying people and gear, while a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, front-wheel drive, stability control, anti-lock brakes, and six airbags cover the basics.
What changed, by category
2010 Kia Rondo specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 175 hp |
| Torque | 169 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 31.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31.3 in |
| Seats | 7 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Satellite Radio | |
| USB Ports | |
| Third Row Seat | |
| Tilt Wheel | |
Frequently asked questions
Does every 2010 Kia Rondo have seven seats?
Yes. Three-row, seven-passenger seating is standard across the 2010 Kia Rondo lineup; it had been optional on the prior model.
What changed on the 2010 Kia Rondo compared with the 2009 model?
The 2010 Rondo makes its third-row seat standard and adds turn signals to the side mirrors plus an EcoMinder fuel-use display. Otherwise, it is largely unchanged from 2009.
Was the Kia Rondo EX offered for 2010?
No. The EX was dropped after 2009, leaving the LX as the 2010 U.S. trim.
Did the 2010 Kia Rondo get a new engine or transmission?
No confirmed engine or transmission change was made for 2010. The LX has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, a four-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive.
Is the 2010 Kia Rondo meaningfully different from the 2009 model?
No, not in its basic design or driving hardware. The 2010 is mainly worth considering over a 2009 if standard seven-passenger seating, mirror-mounted turn signals, or the EcoMinder display matter to you.