Perfect for rideshare
A well-equipped compact sedan offering a blend of style, performance, and advanced safety features.
Kia Cerato S
Sporty sedan packed with the latest active safety bells and whistles and other modern tech.
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7.6 litres/100 km fuel consumption
434-litre boot space
Reversing camera
Front and rear parking sensors
Steering wheel audio controls
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
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Safety pack
Extra safety features such as Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Autonomous Emergency Braking and Pedestrian & Cyclist Avoidance.
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Spacious and comfortable
Perfect for zipping around the city but still spacious enough for airport runs.
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Thoughtful extras for the drivers
Steering wheel mounted audio/Bluetooth® controls, sunglass holder, and accessory pockets in door armrests for extra comfort.
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Engine & fuel
Engine type - In-line 4 cyl. DOHC MPI1 D-CVVT2 16 valve
Engine capacity (cc) - 1999
Maximum torque (Nm @ rpm) - 192 @ 4000
Maximum power (kW @ rpm) - 112 @ 6200
Fuel consumption (L/100km combined) - 7.4
CO2 emission (g/km combined) - 167
Fuel tank capacity (L) - 50
Dimensions & weights
Overall length (mm) = 4510
Overall width (mm) = 1800
Overall height (mm) = 1445
Wheelbase (mm) = 2700
Braked towing capacity (kg) = 1100
Unbraked towing capacity (kg) = 610
Cargo capacity (rear seats up) (L, VDA) = 428
Cargo capacity (rear seats down) (L, SAE) = 741
Steering, brakes & suspensions
Power steering system – MDPS (Electric Power Steering)
DMS system (4 modes - Normal, Eco, Smart, Sport)
Energy absorbing steering column
Tilt & telescopic adjustable steering column
Front brakes - 280mm ventilated disc
Rear Brakes - 284mm Solid Disc
Electronic parking brake with Auto Hold
Front Suspension - McPherson strut
Rear suspension - Coupled Torsion Beam Axle
Wheels
Wheels type – 16" Steel
Spare wheel type – temporary spare wheel
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Safety
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD & BA
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) with TCS
VSM (Vehicle Stability Management)
HAC (Hill-start Assist Control)
ESS (Emergency Stop Signal)
Seatbelt warning chime & light for all positions
Front parking sensors
Reverse parking sensors
Parking sensor dash display
Rear View Camera with In-Audio Display & Dynamic Parking Guidelines
Rear View Mirror (Day & Night)
BSD (Blind Spot Detection)
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
LKA (Lane Keeping Assist)
LFA (Lane Following Assist)
DAA+ (Driver Attention Alert+) with Leading Vehicle Departure
AEB (Autonomous Emergency Brake) With FCWS (Forward Collision Warning System)- Car & Pedestrian Avoidance
AEB (Autonomous Emergency Brake) With FCWS (Forward Collision Warning System)- Cyclist Avoidance
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
Speed Limiter
LED High-Mounted Rear Stop Lamp (HSML)
LED Daytime Running Light (DRL)
Halogen Headlights
LED Positioning Lamps
Dusk-sensing automatic headlights
High Beam Assist (HBA)
Halogen Rear Fog Light
Door Open Warning on Driver Display
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Child Restraint Anchorage Points (3 Anchors + 2 ISOFIX positions)
3-Point ELR Seatbelts on All Positions
Driver & front passenger SRS airbags
Front side SRS airbags
Curtain SRS airbags
Front seatbelt pre-tensioners with load limiters
Side Door Impact Beams (Front & Rear)
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
Impact sensing auto door unlocking
Security
Anti-theft immobiliser
Remote Central Locking with Keyless Entry & Tailgate Unlock
Folding Key
Burglar Alarm with Security Indicator
Headlight escort function
Remote fuel lid release
Exterior features
Electric & Heated Outside Door Mirrors
Electric Folding Outside Door Mirrors with Automatic Folding Function
Outside mirror mounted side indicators
Front Wiper & Washer (Mist / 5-Speed Variable Intermittent / High / Low)
Rear Wiper & Washer (2-Speed)
Interior features
Cruise Control with Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) With Steering Wheel Mounted Controls
Premium Steering Wheel
Premium Shift Knob
4.2" TFT-LCD Supervision Instrument Cluster
Multi-Function Trip Computer
User Selectable Options (Auto Door Lock/Unlock, Headlight Escort, Service Interval, etc.)
Digital Clock
Ambient Temperature Display (In Cluster)
Power Windows (Front & Rear)
Halogen Interior lights (Front & Rear)
Interior Light Delay Out
1 x 12V Power Outlets (1 x Front Console)
3 x USB Chargers (2x Front Console & 1 x Behind Centre Console)
Rear Window Defroster with Timer
Multimedia
8" LCD Touch Screen
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Voice recognition
6 Speakers (Front Door, Rear Door & Front Tweeters)
USB Input With iPod® Compatibility (On Selected iPod® Models)
Bluetooth® Connection Functionality (Phone/Media Stream)
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio/Bluetooth® Controls
SDVC (Speed Dependent Volume Control)
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Got a question?
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Visit one of our friendly hubs, chat to us online, or read our frequently asked questions.
Splend provides a subscription-based car plan designed specifically for Uber and other rideshare drivers in Australia. Drivers sign a subscription agreement, not a finance or loan contract.
You pay a single weekly subscription fee that covers*:
A) Vehicle access (rideshare-ready car)
B) Registration, CTP, Rideshare licence/inspections, Scheduled servicing, and replacement tyres and brakes due to wear^
C) Rideshare-specific loss and damage cover (for certain Flexi Own contracts from 1 October 2025 you can opt instead to obtain your own eligible Rideshare insurance should you wish) with optional replacement vehicle provision.
Splend offers two flexible vehicle plans to suit your needs:
Flexi Own – work towards ownership while benefiting from all inclusions.
Flexi Try – try before you buy, ideal for testing rideshare or EVs.
*Subject to the terms of your Flexi Own/Flexi Try agreement. Servicing and maintenance subject to applicable caps. Additional fees may apply.
^ Some of our vehicles will be available without servicing and other consumables, for a lower weekly subscription. Speak to one of our friendly staff for further details.
What are the costs?
Here’s a full run-down of costs for our Flexi Own agreement.
Up-front:
One-off setup fee of $990 for new cars and $495 for pre-owned cars
At onboarding:
Pro-rata charge for remainder of first week
First weekly fee (billed one week in advance)
Weekly fee includes:
Vehicle rental
Registration & CTP
Scheduled servicing (up to 180,000 km)*
Replacement tyres & brakes due to wear*
Unlimited KMs¹
Optional extras:
Payout Protection Fee may apply (see Additional Fees for more details)
Loss and Damage cover (and optional replacement vehicle inclusion)*. Additional charges may occur if Loss and Damage cover taken out for driving >1,000km per week^
Loss and Damage Waiver Reduction Fee (reduces payable Loss and Damage Waiver in the event of an accident - See Additional Fees for more details)
Not included:
Fuel/charging, rideshare platform fees, tolls, fines and other fees and charges.
*Subject to caps in your agreement and overarching T&Cs in your Flexi-own agreement. Additional fees may apply. Some of our vehicles will be available without servicing and other consumables, for a lower weekly subscription. Speak to one of our friendly staff for further details
^Excess km fees only applicable for customers who take out Loss and Damage Cover. Speak to one of our friendly staff and consult the terms of your Flexi own agreement.
How do I sign up?
Signing up is simple:
Enquire online through the Splend website, and one of our experts will call you
Book an appointment at your local Splend hub to test drive and finalise sign-up
Provide required documents (driver’s licence, proof of Uber account, proof of address)
Review and sign your quote
Review and sign the subscription agreement (we recommend you obtain independent legal advice before signing)
Pick up your car once available and approved and start driving.
Which cars are available?
Splend offers a wide range of rideshare-ready vehicles (new and pre-owned), including EVs, Hybrids and selected ICE vehicles. Models may be suitable for Uber categories like Premier, Max, XL, Comfort Electric, Comfort, or Green. You can browse the current range of available cars on the Splend site.
*Uber determines eligibility for specific categories. Splend can recommend models based on cost and earning potential. Browse current cars on the Splend site
What ongoing support do I get with Splend?
Dedicated Customer Support available 24/7 on 1800 775 363.
What if I have more questions?
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