KIA SHUMA (1999-04) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.5 SX
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The KIA SHUMA (1999-04) 5DR HATCHBACK 1.5 SX is a five-door petrol family hatchback from Kia’s effort to offer practical motoring at an affordable price. In the UK used-car market, it sits among budget-friendly alternatives to the Ford Focus, Vauxhall Astra and Toyota Corolla, rather than being a modern city car or SUV.
Five doors make the Shuma useful for errands, commuting and carrying passengers, while its practical layout can suit first-time buyers or small families seeking inexpensive transport. The SX badge identifies a trim level, but equipment can vary with age and condition, so check features and maintenance history before buying.
mycarcheck.com records just three look-ups, covering three VINs, so this is a small snapshot rather than a market average. They show 81,000 average recorded miles, 2,000 annual miles, 3.3 previous keepers and a £100 average private-sale valuation. Treat these as historical clues; condition is key here.
Buying a Kia Shuma? Outstanding finance, write-off history, hidden damage, mileage discrepancies or theft could turn a cheap car into an expensive mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you commit.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 3 different vehicles, run between November 4th 2022 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
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90k
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Average Mileage
£100
Average Valuation
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