1999 Kia Sephia Sedan review from North America
"Not worth $10.00."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Blown motor at 50,000 miles.
Hard starting, sometimes no starting before motor replacement and still not starting with new motor.
Electrical problems, no help from Kia for diagnosis.
Inside dash curling up at the windshield.
Doors sometimes hard to close in cold weather.
Unreliable.
New front axles 6 months ago.
Parts for this car have proven to be very expensive and hard to get.
General comments?
This car has been one headache after another.
My daughter drove the car until the motor blew and I did not feel that she and my grandchildren were safe in this car.
Very uncomfortable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 2/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 35000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 50000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 24th March, 2004 |