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V-6 EX 4WD.
Cheers,
HFXNS
The Sportage feels very safe - the unibody construction means that there are no rattles. City MPG are low - but I am impressed with the highway numbers. Overally we are very pleased, frankly I haven't had the chance to drive it as much as I would have liked - because my wife insists on driving everywhere. She is in love.
Cheers,
HFXNS
Cheers,
HFXNS
The Hyundai Tuscon (Kia's sister) received a 5 star rating for frontal and side impact for all passengers.
What rpm does it run at when going 75mph ?
What type of mpg can be expected with normal driving ?
Sounds like the 6cyl FWD gets between 18 - 21 mpg ?
I used my front outlet.... below the ashtray... for a heated seat cushion for a few times...and it was ok now neither front seat cushions work and the fuse is ok ..
( I plug one at a time)
any clues ? (next step is to check for +12volts in the sockets...or test the seat cushions in case... both went bad.)
been reading here for a while. I bought a 2000 Toyota Echo when they were new, and it has been one SWEET little car!! But now I'm married, and my husband is 6'5". He sits okay in my Echo, but gets shifty over long trips. I was looking at the Sorento, which I don't think I can afford, so I took an 06 Sportage for a test drive after needing to get my muffler and other things fixed on my Echo. I loved the way it drove and the space, but after reading all the problems folks are having with their Sportages (i.e. ESP lights, key turnings, sudden brake pulls and engine hesitation) I'm just scared to DEATH that I'd end up with a huge lemon on my hands!! My Echo has needed nothing to keep running, more or less, than oil changes, few things aside. I imported it from Canada with me when I moved to Florida over a year ago.
I'd very much like to hear from everyone about what their opinion is that I should do. I want something larger than my Echo, is affordable, and comes with a good warranty...anyone? Anyone??
Thanks in advance for your help!!
Zathraslady
These Kia's are driveable works of art. Kia is the best autobuilder in the business. I flirted with getting a Scion tC or xA RS 2.0 for a few weeks but am glad I stuck with my '01 Kia Sportage 4x4. It's been a great SUV and is handling our first winter in eastern Idaho like an absolute champ. I may get a 2006 Kia Rio sedan or Rio5 but wouldn't lay money down on it. The Sportage 4x4's doing us too well to get rid of it.
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
If it's related to the Sportage then please share it with the rest of us right here!
tidester, host
I like the dealership so much, I used to get them to service my old Toyota - and they were consistently faster than the Toyota dealership.
Total cost about $550 including warranty and nitrogen instead of air.
Cheers,
Dan
Really like the Sportage, test drove (and own) a CRV, Xtrail, Vibe, Impreza, Mazda 3HB. Sportage came out on top for comfort, styling, warranty, and of course price. The only problem is that it's taking a month to get one ordered in.....
Cheers,
HFX NS
http://www.kia.com/sportage/sportage-views-flash.php
They have a little program where you can change the colour of the exterior and see the Sportage from different angles - all done dynamically.
http://www.teamfalconracing.com
Not sure about the RPM at 75MPH. It depends on the engine, whether it is Manual or Automatic or not, and whether you are using the steptronic or not. I can get to 75 MPH in 3rd gear using the steptronic. But the RPM would be at least 5000. Generally I would think maybe 3200-3400 RPM in 4th gear at 75 MPH. The best way to test it would be to put your cruise control at 75 MPH and then watch the RPM.
So far I have noticed that the city MPG is considerably lower than advertised. I would say 15-16 MPG. The highway is closer to the listed 26MPG.
One thing to note, is that the 19MPG city and 26MPG highway that Kia quotes is only lab tested - so it doesn't mean much. If you live in the mountains or the desert - its going to vary.
HFX NS
Interesting about the AM. Did you go through the stereo manual? Was that any help? Did you check to see if your antenna is damaged?
I love mine too, and I think my wife loves it more than me.
HFX NS
Good luck with the ankle.
"2005 Kia Sportage" + Accessories
You will get results.
That is just my experience. I was just chatting with someone on this site, who paid $27,250 I believe.
HFX NS
HFX NS
HFX NS
With regards to availability - why don't you ask about demonstrators. I got ours that way. The General Manager was driving a LX V6 4WD, and I asked if I could buy it from him. He was happy to sell it, but he was sad to see it go. Otherwise I would have had to wait also.
Just an idea.
Cheers,
HFX NS
I have researched both extensively and the Kia's reliability record is not good (Consumer Digest & Consumer Reports) Also, I have read negitive things about the AT searching for the right gear under load. That is a pet-peeve of mine since I had an 1985 Blazer that did that all the time.
That being said I still think the Sportage is a pretty good car. I like the styling and I think the inteior is much nicer than the CR-V. I tend to keep my cars a long time (10yrs +). So the question is how will the Sportage hold-up? Should this be a no-brainer and go with the Honda?