Much better for the money than I expected
Nothing.
Tight, quick, roomy, quiet and comfortable.
I have owned most cars on the market in the last 40 years of driving - this has the comfort and quiet of a Camry with the handling of an Accord (my previous favorite cars). I used to road race sports cars and really appreciate the flat cornering and quickness.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 12th July, 2001
There was a problem with the engine. When I went to start the van it acted like it was not getting gas.
Some of the interior devices did not work.
The cost of spark plug replacement is outrageous.
I have nothing good to say about this van.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 3rd June, 2001
Nice price, good car
Whistling driver-side window if you don't close it tight.
Passenger seat belt locks sometimes when it shouldn't.
Sticky rear door.
Price is right, haven't had any major problems yet. Car performs well, but not as good as they boast.
Good handling and has some kick. Has trouble getting up to full speed for the highway, but once you're there it zips.
Not bad but the seats are a little stiff. Interior is cheap. Lots of head and leg room. Back seats are suitable for children but not an adult.
Service is excellent. They don't offer loaner cars at the dealer we bought it at, but hopefully we won't ever need one. The sales guys were excellent.
Tough to find Kia parts where we live unless you go to the dealer.
Biggest problem with the car is that it drinks more gas then you would expect for a car in its class.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 3rd May, 2001
I agree 100% with the gas mileage they are so under powered. Making the engine to have to work harder. causing it to use so much more gas. My sister has a big car and gets better gas mileage than this kia junk.
My KIA a 2000 Sephia. It has been in the shop several times for a variety of problems. The dealership where I purchased the car is so rude I will not return there either. They seem to think women don't know anything about cars. The engine has a pinging sound, air conditioning doesn't always work and now the front seat broke at a cost of $600.00 to repair, $93.00 just to look at it. The engine light has been on since it had 20,000 miles they want $93.00 to turn it off. Nothing wrong with engine they can find, but left light on.
2000 Kia Sephia ls has 140k still running strong. Check engine light has been on for a couple of years. Uses some oil now, but no real mechanical problems, KIA store said the engine was sludged up and I needed to trade, that was over 50k ago... keep up with your owner's manual maintenance schedule when you buy new, keep track of "suggested" time to change things like timing belt (even if you think it doesn't need it) or KIA will not honor the 100,000 warranty stating you didn't change anything when your schedule said to. Would buy KIA again/wife says no way!
I own a 2001 Kia Sephia LS. I've had it for almost two years now. I got it used at a great price! I had to replace the brakes (because the place that previously replaced them, before I owned the car, put the pads on incorrectly and they were worn in a weird spot) and that was about $300 BUT that's the only issue I've had with the car! Sure, it's not the fanciest car in the world, but it gets great gas mileage and I mean come on, how much should one expect out of a car that costs less than $5000? I absolutely love it, and I won't get rid of it until I have kids. (I'll want an SUV at that point so I don't have to bend over to get the kids out of the car.) But I will definitely look into Kia's when shopping for our next vehicle. :)
It is worth every cent
It is a wonderful car for anyone still in school. It doesn't hurt to have a pretty decent warranty either.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Don't Know
Review Date: 14th April, 2001
Great car; great price
Nothing...
Little sluggish up large gradients.
Very pleased.
Service has been timely and extremely friendly. Always had a provided loaner.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 5th March, 2001
Cheaper at first but watch out!
I have a 2000 Sephia bought in August as a non-current, with taxes and dealer prep it cost over 17K (CANADIAN$$!)...has been in and out of the shop at least 10 times, including needing all new front brakes, and several electrical/transmission products (all in just over 20000 kilometers!).
Anyway, was looking to trade, and went to the dealership to ask about a reasonable value... they said the can offer no more than $7K!
That's a $10K loss in 8 months!
I could have leased myself a Mercedes!
STAY AWAY FROM THESE CARS!
8th Aug 2001, 11:52
Ha ha ha.
I'm so glad to see that Kia dealers post comments to this bulletin board once in a while.