2000 Kia Sportage EX review from North America
"Great first car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Brakes have worn out from normal use.
Rotors and Calipers might need replaced, but this is my fault.
Engine light has been on, but nothing has gone wrong with the car.
Had to replace the alternator.
General comments?
Has been very reliable, even though I've beaten it up pretty badly being a teenager.
Acceleration is fine for what it is.
Gets good gas mileage on the highways. I would drive from western Michigan to Indianapolis every weekend, and it was nice not having to get gas until I was half way home after my trip. About 300 miles per tankful.
Very comfortable.
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| A great little go-getter! |
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| Very good bargain for the $20,000 or less sticker price |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0L 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 90000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 120000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 28th June, 2004 |