2001 Kia Sportage LX 4WD review from North America
"Over all the car is a good value for the money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission was replaced at 16000 miles. due to 2nd gear grinding noise. (Dealer replaced with no problem.)
Brake rotors were replaced at 21000 miles. (Dealer replaced with no problem.)
Power window switch went out at 23000 miles. (Dealer replaced with no problem.)
General comments?
Over all the car runs well and is reliable. The dealer has been very good about replacing parts that have gone bad. My only problem is with the service writers at the dealership. She is not very customer friendly and is in need of general good manners (very argumenative).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 12000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 26000 miles |
| Previous car | Plymouth Acclaim |
| Date of Entry | 5th March, 2004 |