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Summary
As a package, the Kia Amanti is a most remarkable car, its few shortcomings more than overshadowed by its surprising sophistication. The interior is the Amanti's top bragging point.New Car Test Drive correspondent Tom Lankard is based in Northern California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Kia Amanti ($25,200) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual, 2-stage front airbags; seat-mounted front and rear side airbags; full cabin-length side-curtain air bags; front-seat active head restraints; head restraints at all five seating positions, all outboard adjustable; 3-point seatbelts in all seating positions, front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters; rear seat child safety seat anchors; and antilock brakes |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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electronic stability control with Brake Assist and traction control |
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Basic Warranty:
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5 years/60,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hwasung, South Korea |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Kia Amanti ($25,200) |
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Standard Equipment:
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dual-zone, automatic climate control; power door locks, heated outside mirrors and windows with auto-up/down; 8-way power driver's seat (with lumbar) and 4-way power front passenger seat; tilt steering wheel; vehicle-speed sensitive, power-assisted steering; remote keyless entry; cruise control; 8-speaker AM/FM/cassette/CD stereo; steering wheel-mounted redundant audio and cruise control buttons; three accessory power outlets; and floor mats |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather Package comprising leather seat trim; heated front seats; 2-setting memory for driver's seat and outside mirrors; auto-dimming rear view mirror with Homelink; premium AM/FM/cassette/6-CD changer stereo and 4-inch monitor with trip computer ($2200); and Power Sunroof ($900) |
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Destination Charge:
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590 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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28890 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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200 @ 5500 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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220 @ 3500 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/25 |
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Wheelbase:
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110.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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196.0/72.8/58.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.8/61.4 |
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Turning circle:
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37.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.0/55.2/43.7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.4/54.6/37.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.5 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1000 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, double wishbone, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
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Ground clearance:
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6.8 |
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Curb weight:
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4021 |
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Tires:
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225/60R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc w ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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18.5 |
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| 2005 Kia Amanti consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | A very nice vehicle with a lot of features for a good price. Nice exterior and interior design. Leather seats are very comfortable. The interior is roomy, back seat comfy, and very attractive interior. The Car RoCKs!! | | posted by Chisolm Perry on Jun 11 2006 | | |
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| | The car rides like a dream. The sound system is incredible and the interior looks like a car costing at least twice as much. It rides great, is extremely comfortable and has all the features I wanted. | | posted by Tagen on Jul 29 2006 | | |
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| | This vehicle was more then I expected for this price. The ride is great. The exterior is a eye catcher. I would suggest to modernize the engine and improve the gas mileage. But overall I am glad that I purchased this vehicle. | | posted by John Winsfield on Jun 30 2007 | | |
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