1997 Kia Sportage review from North America
"I want to buy another"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When using the 4 wheel drive option for snow or rough terrain, only the rear wheels work. The front wheels are shot.
General comments?
Other than the 4 wheel drive. I don't have any other major issues about my KIA. It's never left me on the side of the road, or ever needed anything more than regular maintenance. I think it's very reliable. Just wish they'd packed more into it than a 2 liter engine. Well can't have everything. 2005's have a v6 option. but why is it an option? Gas mileage is great.
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| A piece of junk, not worthy of the junkyard |
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| Dependable little car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1997 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 41000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 96000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 5th July, 2005 |