2007 Kia Amanti: Tester's Comments
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- MSRP: $25,495
- Invoice: $23,250
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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2007 Kia Amanti. See if the 2007 Kia Amanti is right for you.
Vehicle Evaluated
| Make/Model: | 2007 Kia Amanti |
|---|---|
| Trim Level: | Base |
| Arrival Date: | 09/06/2007 |
| Engine: | dohc V6 |
| Bodystyle | 4-door sedan |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic |
| 4WD/AWD: | No |
| Base Price: | 25,495 |
| Price as Tested: | 30,425 |
| Mileage at Beginning of Test: | 8165 |
| Mileage at End of Test: | 8458 |
| Total Measured Miles: | 293 |
| Total Fuel Used: | 16.51 gals. |
| Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: | 17.75 mpg (what's this?) |
| Problems During Test: | None |
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Major Options
Electronic Stability Package (Traction Control, Brake Assist), Leather Package (Leather Seat Trim, 2-Position Memory for Driver's Seat and Outside Mirrors, Heated Front Seats, Infinity Audio System, 9 Speakers, 4 in Monitor with Trip Computer, Power Adjustable Pedals), Power Sunroof w/Tilt, Wheel Package
From the Back Seat
Chuck Giametta
Auto geeks talk wistfully of fine steering wasted on a sloppy suspension or of a balanced chassis yearning to be exploited by a powerful engine. The Amanti may be the first case of great seats in search of a good car. Cushioning and coddling the Koreans can deliver. We'll have to wait for the 2009 Genesis rear-wheel-drive V8 premium sedan from Kia's parent Hyundai to see if they can add rewarding road manners to their repertoire. Who's betting against it?
Tom Appel
Kia built a better Buick, but it's an Eighties Buick, and even the real cushmobile maker has moved on. Amanti, much like the similar Hyundai Azera, takes the easiest route towards mimicking luxury, lots of sound deadening and a soft suspension. And while this big Kia is well isolated from the outside world, it handles like an '84 LeSabre and wallows copiously over even smaller bumps. Amanti presents better inside, with attractive upscale trim and good quality workmanship. Pricing is attractive too, with our well-equipped test car listing for a smidge over $30,000. There's an audience for this car, albeit an older, very traditional one. Amanti is the Buick of yore, available at Kia dealerships today.
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