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1997 Kia Sportage Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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by Steven G
Sep 28, 2009
One of the first SUV's. Good on the road en good off the road. Very good for cruising, but not for speeding. Wich is good because i won't get finend... Can take a lot of luggage or other stuff in the boot, esspecially when the backseats are folded down. Gas mileage could be beter, but if you realy drive good, it's ok. There are some interior inperfections but seen it's age the could be worse...
I really like the extra ridehight compared to normal carsSep 28, 2009
by Anonymous
Oct 08, 2008
I had my 97 kia from 98 to 2000 and 35,000 miles later I sold it. I was attracted to this vehicle from it's looks. The drive train seemed rough, the std trans shifted a little poorly and had to either bang through the gears or shift slowly and carefully. The dark green paint was beautiful when waxed but hard to keep the water spots off from it. the seats were firm yet comfortable even on long trips. Engine compartment seemed like it would be hard to work on so I am glad it had no troubles. The mpg's were fantastic, about 27 but other with 4wd at dealership was saying their hit 30+. I almost consider buying another one recently when I saw how cheap the used ones were going for, meaning they depreciate quick. So the book value on a low milage 97 is very low and probably worth it in my mind. I also thought they were by far the cutiest suv ever made but they are a bit cheesy. I would go with an auto trans if I ever got another one only due to the way a standard shifted. I am 45 y.o. man just trying to help others with my consumer opinions. Hope I could help.Oct 08, 2008
by Marie H
May 11, 2008
Great car -- drives well over all terrain and is comfortable too.May 11, 2008
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by Steven G
Sep 28, 2009
One of the first SUV's. Good on the road en good off the road. Very good for cruising, but not for speeding. Wich is good because i won't get finend... Can take a lot of luggage or other stuff in the boot, esspecially when the backseats are folded down. Gas mileage could be beter, but if you realy drive good, it's ok. There are some interior inperfections but seen it's age the could be worse...
I really like the extra ridehight compared to normal carsSep 28, 2009
by Anonymous
Oct 08, 2008
I had my 97 kia from 98 to 2000 and 35,000 miles later I sold it. I was attracted to this vehicle from it's looks. The drive train seemed rough, the std trans shifted a little poorly and had to either bang through the gears or shift slowly and carefully. The dark green paint was beautiful when waxed but hard to keep the water spots off from it. the seats were firm yet comfortable even on long trips. Engine compartment seemed like it would be hard to work on so I am glad it had no troubles. The mpg's were fantastic, about 27 but other with 4wd at dealership was saying their hit 30+. I almost consider buying another one recently when I saw how cheap the used ones were going for, meaning they depreciate quick. So the book value on a low milage 97 is very low and probably worth it in my mind. I also thought they were by far the cutiest suv ever made but they are a bit cheesy. I would go with an auto trans if I ever got another one only due to the way a standard shifted. I am 45 y.o. man just trying to help others with my consumer opinions. Hope I could help.Oct 08, 2008
by Marie H
May 11, 2008
Great car -- drives well over all terrain and is comfortable too.May 11, 2008
by Anonymous
Oct 07, 2007
The dealer can not figure out what it is, they want to try this and that. I though they could look at the computer and tell what was wrong and fix it. This year modle had bad wiring, is one thing we were told.Oct 07, 2007
by Anonymous
Jun 07, 2007
Small 4x4 good on gasJun 07, 2007
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1997 Kia Sportage Pricing
Original MSRP
$14,920 to $17,040Price range
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Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: rear-only
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: rear-only
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: rear-only
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Driver side front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: rear-only
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Roof rack color: black
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: outside
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent