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Summary
The 2008 Kia Amanti is a worthy alternative among family sedans. It's compact on the outside, big on the inside, and it is loaded with standard features and amenities, all at aggressive prices. The engine has big, smooth power; the car is whisper-quiet on the road; and the suspension is near-luxury in its ride quality. Combine all those attributes with a superb warranty, free roadside assistance and the possibility of an honest 24 miles per gallon, and the Amanti is a real contender.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Jim McCraw filed this report from Detroit.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Kia Amanti ($25,495) |
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Engines:
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3.8-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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frontal airbags, front and rear side-impact airbags, curtain airbags, ABS, EBD |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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electronic stability control, traction control, brake assist |
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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, Korea |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Kia Amanti ($25,495) |
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Standard Equipment:
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dual-zone automatic climate control, power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, power locks, console, cruise control, message center, trip computer, floor shift, fog lamps |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather Package ($2,500) with leather upholstery, heated memory seats, memory mirrors, Infinity sound system with subwoofer, trip computer and monitor screen; ESC package ($500) with electronic stability control, traction control and brake assist; power sunroof ($900); Premium package ($1,300) with black leather and aluminum interior trim, added gauges, power-adjustable pedals, 17-inch wheels and tires |
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Destination Charge:
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700 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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31395 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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264 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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260 @ 4500 |
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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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17/24 |
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Wheelbase:
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110.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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196.9/72.8/58.5 |
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Track, f/r:
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62.4/62.6 |
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Turning circle:
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38.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.0/55.2/44.5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.2/54.6/36.8 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.9 |
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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 wishbones, coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multi-link, coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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6.5 |
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Curb weight:
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3770 |
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Tires:
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P235/55R17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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18.5 |
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