1996 Kia Sephia review from North America
"Good if you have lots of money for repair"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Things That Have Gone Wrong
1. Water Pump had to be replaced
2. Timing Belt had to be replaced
3. Radiator had to be replaced
4. Windshield had to be replaced
5. Most light bulbs have been replaced
6. Thermostat has been replaced
7. The dash board has many burn spots despite good care
8. Transmission has to be replaced.
General comments?
This car has been a nightmare. I am a 19 yr old college student with a really tight budget. This car had been repair after repair. There is still things wrong with it that no mechanic can figure out. It seems that my Check Engine Light has a mind of its own. No matter what I do or anyone does it idles extremley rough.
At this point I am giving up on this car. It has been more of a headache then it has been worth. Repairs have been expensive because nothing minor has gone wrong, or so it seems. Parts are hard to find few people will work on the car because its not a well know car so I have had to go to specialist which has cost more.
Overall this car has been anything, but pleasurable to own. I'm happy to say I'm getting rid of it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8L DOHC 4c Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 98000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th February, 2003 |