2004 Kia Amanti Review
Fuel Economy
18 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Kia's first large sedan could prove appealing to value-minded shoppers who don't mind its odd proportions.
Pros
Class-leading amenities, spacious interior, unique exterior styling.
Cons
Some may find the exterior styling odd, 195 horsepower is not much in this class.
What's New for 2004
The Amanti is an all-new full-size sedan from Kia geared to compete head-on with the likes of Toyota's Avalon and the Buick LeSabre.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Amanti Lover
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have owned this vehicle for four years and cannot say enough good things about the Amanti. The way it looks, the way it drives, the comfort of the interior are all comparable to a luxury sedan at a more affordable price.
Favorite Features
Leather Seats - Comfort of Interior
Suggested Improvements
Improve fuel efficiency - MPG is not that great. Tires
Rescending My Original Review
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
After a month or two of ownership I wrote a favorable review of this car. However, 30,000 miles and 2 years later I have determined that this car is JUNK, JUNK, JUNK!!!! Let's run it down: Front-end suspension problems that the dealer(s) could never resolve. Car would periodically shut off while driving down the road, again, no dealer resolve. After 30,000 miles the car had problems starting. Very fragile, insecure handling. Horrible MPG - Resale, Resale, Resale
Favorite Features
Very comfortable.
Suggested Improvements
Everything else. Great warranty yes, but you will need it. Buy Toyota instead.
Betty's Ride
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is truly a girls' car! I love driving and showing everyone my beautiful Amati!!! People stop and ask me what kind of car is that? They are impressed that its a Kia. They want to know all about it and the guys want the check out under the hood! The ride and drive is right up there with Cadillac and other great classic autos,as I have owned them too. The Amati has all the power you need on the road and handles beautifully. It is a pleasure to own such a wonderful auto at the most competitive price out there. I do look forward to my next Amati. ps.The gas mile is also very good! Thanks Betty C
Favorite Features
The Sound system. It makes you feel as if you were in a concert. I think the cabin is one of the best!
Suggested Improvements
Quite simple I myself can not find anything I would change
Best Car Ever Made
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Ive had Cadillacs, Mercedes, Continentals, Corvettes and this is the most comfortable car around. Hope they put a GPS in the new models. Love the CD and radio/apeakers. Feel safe with all the air bags. All I can say is "try it you'll like it!"
Favorite Features
Quietness, smooth ride, ease of handling.
Suggested Improvements
GPS & keyless entry
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Look out Cadillac and Toyoto
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Kia Amanti 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Purchased in December of 2004 off showroom floor. Liked the body style, amenities and overall comfort. First problem was with brake rotors. Second problem was with tires. Rapid wear and could not find anyone in my area to adjust because they could not get tires from the mfg. Good gas mileage on hwy, have gotten over 30 mpg. Traded Toyoto Camry that we didn't like. Amanti is better than my Cadillac Fleetwood Bro. Better mileage than Cadillac and about the same as Toyoto. Wife really likes this one. Will probably buy another.
Favorite Features
Wide open doors and auto seat adjustments fit me just fine. Also like the garage door openers in the rear view mirror.
Suggested Improvements
True dual exhaust and an automatic trunk lid closer (like Cadillac).
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