1998 Lancia Kappa review from Netherlands
"The age old decision Style or substance, I choose both with Lancia Kappa"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Well, almost all the lights in the control panel have burnt out, and to replace them (you can do it yourself), takes quite a long time, since you need to take apart all the fascia.
The boot lock, was not closing when I bought the car, but it was just a problem of needing some oil or grease.
Right front door sometimes does not open with the central locking.
General comments?
A fast car, with a powerful engine, the luxury in this car is fantastic, and really studied to the fine details.
The engine is strong and the turbo is very gentle,... strong only when you want it, I use it to pull a Caravan and I must say that the only things that slow me down are the speed limits.
On a long distance trip it is like traveling in a business class of an airplane.
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A high performance bargain | |
 | 1997 - Kappa 2.0 litre 16v turbochargered Best value for money |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 TD Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 250000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 290000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Opel Omega |
| Date of Entry | 18th October, 2004 |