1999 Kia Sportage 4WD review from North America
"Cheap transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Air conditioner condenses and leaks into the passenger side floorboards. Have had it checked 3 times for this and states that "nothing is wrong". Something broke in the engine supports about three years ago and the entire engine had to be removed and the support piece replaced. Front end suspension was rebuilt, brakes replaced twice and mind you it still only has 30,000 miles on it in 5 years with all these problems!
General comments?
Not enough leg room in back for an adult.
Too light of a vehicle to be a serious 4WD SUV.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 248 miles |
| Most recent distance | 30000 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Trooper |
| Date of Entry | 15th August, 2004 |