2001 Kia Sportage LX review from North America
"They quit making it for a reason"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers side window rubber trim coming off. Dealer fixed under warranty.
Timing belt slipped at 20000 miles. Repaired under warranty.
Heat shield rusted off at 24000. In shop currently.
Fuel pump went out at the same time. As previously stated, it is in shop.
Jell in gas tank. Unexplainable.
General comments?
Would not purchase another KIA.
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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 | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 4 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 3 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 24000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Celebrity |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2004 |