2001 Kia Sportage review from North America
"It kinda sucks"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Heater fan burned out, filling cabin with smoke.
Electric windows stopped working, had to replace all 4 switches.
Lug nuts keep coming loose! Wheel wobbles, studs break and need replacement. Happened twice in 24 months now.
Oil pan replaced twice.
I don't think the 4x4 is working. Wheels slip on wet pavement.
General comments?
Cramped and tiny. Gutless engine. The problems I've had with this car are things that I've never experienced on any other make of vehicle I've ever owned.
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| A horrible, horrible vehicle |
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| It's a rotting lemon in my garage |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Previous car | Jeep Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 28th June, 2007 |