2008 Kia Amanti - Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews from Around the Web
We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 4 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2008 kia amanti Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...The V6 is matched to a five-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control. In testing, we found the Amanti capable of reaching 60 mph in 6.9 seconds. That's fairly swift for a big V6-powered sedan. Fuel economy for 2008 is estimated at 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway. Safety: Antilock disc brakes, active front head restraints, front seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags are standard on the 2008 Kia Amanti. An optional package bundles stability and traction control systems with a brake assist feature. The Amanti earned the highest rating of "Good" in Insurance... |
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2008 Kia Amanti OverviewSource: CarGurus...and new headlights and taillights, though some drivers and reviewers feel the Amanti still has a rather utilitarian and even a stodgy look. That image might change when you step on the gas pedal, though, thanks to the 264-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine under the Amanti's hood. Kia notes that the engine not only delivers plenty of power, but is fuel-efficient as well.The Amanti has excelled in recent safety tests and has been awarded the highest rating in side-impact crash tests from the International Institute for Highway Safety. And attesting to the Amanti's build quality is a... |
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2008 Kia Amanti Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Those in back have enough room to spread out. The seatbacks are recessed a bit, which makes for relaxed lounging but also means passengers have to sit upright to pull off a graceful exit. For 2007, the dashboard has dropped last year's stair-stepped construction for a more conventional dome and shelf. The dark faux-wood trim in my test car seemed fitting; less appealing was the abundant silver-painted plastic, which ranged from discreet on the center controls to downright tacky around the cupholders and gearshift. Otherwise, the materials are generally high-quality, with fabric- rather than... |
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2008 Kia Amanti Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Standard features include power front seats, an eight-speaker CD audio system and dual-zone automatic climate control. An optional 4-inch display monitor with a trip computer and digital clock can supplement the center analog clock. Other options include heated leather seats, a six-CD Infinity audio system and power-adjustable pedals. A navigation system, offered on many Amanti competitors, is still not available. Interior volume measures 106 cubic feet, competitive with the Avalon and Impala. Under the Hood The Amanti's 3.8-liter V-6 sees duty in several other cars from Kia and sister... |
Kia Amanti Related News
Kia previews all-new luxury sedan with KND-5 concept
The affordable large car segment is starting to get just a little overcrowded, and in a time where customers all around the world are downsizing to smaller midsize models... April 1, 2009 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran 4
Kia previews 2010 Amanti sedan with Seoul Motor Show concept
The affordable large car segment is starting to get just a little overcrowded, and in a time where customers all around the world are downsizing to smaller midsize models... March 29, 2009 by Jeremy Weber 6
Luxury cars fare poorly in IIHS's latest side-impact test results
Side impact collisions are the second most common fatal crash type after head-on crashes, with 9,200 people in passenger vehicles killed in the US alone during 2005... August 16, 2007 by Ralph Hanson 2
Why should I also consider these?
There is only one full-size competitor that can match the 2008 Kia Amanti when it comes to value and its warranty; that would be the 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Coincidence? The experts from TheCarConnection.com think not.
Many automotive shoppers don't know that Kia and Hyundai are owned by the same Korean company.
This makes for some interesting shopping possibilities, as the Hyundai Azera provides an outstanding value that wears a much more contemporary (and stylish) shape.
Equipment levels, powertrains, and warranties are nearly identical between the two.
