1998 Kia Sephia Base review from North America
"Kia is a piece of worthless lemon"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Fuel Tank does not read gas correctly. Did not allow you to fill up tank.
Seats are sewn real bad.
Brakes have to be changed every 6 months... and the rotors have to be worked on as well and have been replaced twice in two years.
Air conditioning works on occasions... whenever the hell it feels like.
The car just runs horrible!!
Air conditioning vents are falling behind the dashboard on their own.
The car leaks when it rains.
The car depreciates reaaalll fast.
General comments?
This car is a piece of junk... do not waste your time, money or energy on any Kia's and spend 2 thousand more on a Toyota or Honda, and get your money monies worth.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1/10 |
| Reliability marks | 1/10 |
| Comfort marks | 1/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4 miles |
| Most recent distance | 37000 miles |
| Previous car | Saturn SL |
| Date of Entry | 13th February, 2001 |