1998 Kia Sephia review from North America
"A money pit"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had three sets of rotors and pads. The clutch hydrolics have to be replaced. The part listed in the Kia service directory is not the part on my car. The clutch will have to be replaced after the hydrolics are fixed. The customer service and warranty lines on not the least bit friendly or helpful. I would never purchase a Kia again. I think their warranties keep getting longer because they are aware that they manufacture inferior products. Kia should change their name to Lemons are Us. This has been the biggest rip-off I have encountered.
General comments?
Never-ever-buy- a-Kia.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 0/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 0/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 346 miles |
| Most recent distance | 588000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Pickup |
| Date of Entry | 24th July, 2002 |