1997 Kia Sephia LX review from North America
"Too many things go wrong with this car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
What is wrong the dashboard? Mine could not survive Texas heat. Looks like somebody set it on fire and it curled up so bad it blocked the defrost vents.
Desperately need Chilton's or other repair manual to fix all the problems with this car.
Passenger window has come off it's track or cable. Cannot get hand up there to fix, even.
Trunk release doesn't open trunk.
Very rough riding.
Heater takes forever to heat. Never get's to a normal hot temperature.
Only tiny people could be shoehorned into the back seat.
Cd player only works after car is warmed up for 30 minutes.
General comments?
Does seem to have plenty of power.
Mpg about 40 on trip from Texas to Washington.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 63000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Bronco |
| Date of Entry | 8th March, 2004 |