2000 Kia Sportage EX review from North America
"A poor performer with a lot of problems!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front wheel hubs were replaced at 16,000 miles. The wheels were ready to fall off.
Attempted to engage 4W drive while in 2W drive. In the shop multiple times for this problem. The car would vibrate, make noises and I would lose control of the car.
Engine overheated for no apparent reason while on a 600 mile trip from home. The temperature gauge malfunctioned giving no warning. The engine totally fused together. Currently (Oct-Nov 2001) waiting for a new engine and determination of why it overheated.
General comments?
The car has been nothing but a problem, and at this point in time safety seems to be a real issue.
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| Very good bargain for the $20,000 or less sticker price |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 1 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 1 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 23000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 26th October, 2001 |