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Find out for free what your Kia is worth, compare trade-in, auction and private sale, and sell under the 2026 rules and rates.

What should you know when selling a Kia?

Kia has worked its way up in the Netherlands from budget brand to one of the most sought-after names on the used market. The Picanto is a staple for first-time buyers: with 30,708 used sales in 2025, it is one of the most traded used cars in the country according to BOVAG/RDC. The Niro is one of the most popular used EVs, with 3,960 electric examples sold in 2025. The Sportage and Ceed are the brand's family cars, and the Rio is still widely available as a young used car.

The strongest selling point is the 7-year or 150,000 km factory warranty. It belongs to the car, not the owner: the factory warranty passes to the next owner as long as the conditions have been met. In practice that mostly means servicing on schedule, with proof. A 2021 Kia with a complete service book is therefore covered until 2028, and buyers are willing to pay for that.

When selling, be precise about the trim (ComfortLine, DynamicLine, ExecutiveLine, GT-Line), the drivetrain (hybrid, plug-in or electric) and, for an EV, battery health. Older Euro 4 diesels, such as the Sportage II 2.0 CRDi, are barred from the milieuzones (low-emission zones) in Amsterdam, Utrecht and Arnhem. Start with a free valuation using your kenteken (registration number).

How well does a Kia hold its value?

Kias hold their value well in the Netherlands, largely thanks to the 7-year factory warranty that passes to the next owner. A Kia with warranty remaining and a complete service book sells noticeably more easily than one without.

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What does a Kia fetch now?

By build year, from the 585 Kia cars for sale at dealers and importers on 27 October 2026. Private sale, dealer offer and trade-in are derived from the asking price with the usual dealer margins; your car can differ by trim, mileage and condition.

YearDealer asking pricePrivate saleDealer offerTrade-in
2026 (8)€43,100€38,700€35,800€32,900
2025 (136)€31,450€28,250€26,150€24,000
2024 (87)€27,950€25,100€23,250€21,350
2023 (70)€25,800€23,200€21,450€19,700
2022 (66)€24,750€22,250€20,550€18,900
2021 (59)€17,300€15,550€14,400€13,200
2020 (35)€18,950€17,050€15,750€14,450
2019 (52)€15,450€13,900€12,850€11,800
2018 (23)€12,950€11,650€10,750€9,900
2017 (19)€11,950€10,750€9,950€9,150
2016 (10)€13,150€11,800€10,950€10,050
2015 (8)€7,500€6,750€6,250€5,750
2014 (6)€9,250€8,300€7,700€7,050
2013 (3)€11,850€10,650€9,850€9,050

What do buyers look for in a Kia?

Strengths

  • 7-year or 150,000 km factory warranty that passes to the next owner as long as the conditions have been met
  • The Picanto and Niro are among the most sought-after used cars in their class
  • A wide choice of hybrids, plug-ins and electric cars
  • Generous standard equipment from DynamicLine trim upwards
  • Affordable servicing at franchised dealers and independent garages

What buyers check

  • Missed or undocumented servicing can cost you the warranty
  • Dual-clutch DCT automatic (Niro hybrid, Ceed, Sportage): check for smooth shifts
  • EVs: battery health, charging speed and single- or three-phase charging
  • Older CRDi diesels: emission class and low-emission zones
  • Small city cars: clutch and brakes after lots of urban driving

Tips for the best price

  • Ask a Kia dealer for a warranty and service overview based on your VIN
  • State the remaining warranty (until which year and how many kilometres) in your ad
  • Include a recent battery report with an EV or plug-in
  • Have any overdue service done before you sell so the warranty stays intact

Kia models and their value

Indication for a car in good condition with average mileage, from trade-in to private-sale price. Pick your model for the full table by year.

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FAQ about selling a Kia

Does the Kia warranty transfer to the new owner?

Yes. The factory warranty passes to the next owner as long as the conditions have been met. The main condition is servicing to Kia's schedule, provable with invoices or a digital service record. The warranty runs for 7 years from first delivery or up to 150,000 km. Some parts, such as wear items, are excluded or have shorter terms.

Does my Kia need dealer servicing to keep the warranty?

No, not necessarily. An independent garage may also service it, as long as the work follows the factory schedule with parts of equivalent quality and you can prove it with invoices. If in doubt, ask a Kia dealer to check whether the history qualifies. Do this before you sell so you can give the buyer certainty.

Which Kia is most in demand as a used car?

The Picanto. With 30,708 used sales in 2025, it is one of the most traded used cars in the Netherlands according to BOVAG/RDC. Among used EVs, the Niro is popular: 3,960 used electric Niros changed hands in 2025, putting it third among used electric cars.

Does a Kia with warranty left fetch more?

Yes, usually. Buyers pay for the certainty that major repairs are still covered. The more years and kilometres left, the stronger your case. Make sure you can show the servicing is in order, because without proof the warranty means little to a buyer. State in your ad until when the warranty runs.

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