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 1997 Kia Sportage 4dr Auto 4WD EX

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MSRP: $17,615
Invoice: $15,745

Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A    HWY: N/A    CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: Gas I4 /2.0L/122
Transmission: Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style: /4 Door
Drive Type:

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  • General
  • MSRP: $17,615
  • Invoice Price: $15,745
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
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Engine & Emissions

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  • Engines & Emissions
  • 2.0L DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cyl engine
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: Gas I4
  • Displacement (CC): 2.0L/122
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 130 @ 5500
  • Torque @ RPM: 127 @ 4000

Dimensions

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  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 56.7
  • Track Rear: 56.7
  • Ground Clearance (in): 7.9
  • Overall Length (in): 159.3
  • Overall Width (in): 65.0
  • Wheelbase (in): 104.3
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 5
  • Headroom front (in): 39.6
  • Leg room front (in): 44.5
  • Shoulder room front (in): 54.3

Features

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  • Exterior
    • Halogen headlights
    • Roof rack
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Rear window defroster
  • Instrumentation
    • Cruise control
    • Digital clock
    • Tachometer
    • Trip odometer
  • Wheels & Tires
    • Alloy wheels
    • Full-size spare tire
    • P205/75R15 Michelin tires
    • Part-time 4-wheel drive w/auto-locking front hubs
    • Rear exterior spare tire carrier w/cover
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • 2-speed variable intermittent wipers
    • Dual body-color pwr outside mirrors
    • Passenger-side vanity mirror
    • Pwr windows
    • Rear window wiper/washer
    • Tinted glass

Safety Features

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  • Safety Features
  • (3) passenger assist grips
  • Driver airbag
  • Driver knee airbag
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable driver lumbar/dual headrests (1996)
  • Steel side-door impact beams
  • Anti-Theft
  • Pwr door locks
  • Theft deterrent system
  • Braking & Traction
  • Pwr-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes
  • Rear wheel anti-lock braking system
  • Rear wheel anti-lock braking system

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    Crash Test Data for 1997 Kia

    Kia Vehicle Front Star Rating Side Star Rating Rollover Resistance Rating
    Driver Passenger Front Seat Rear Seat
    1997 SephiaNot
    Tested
    1997 SportageNot
    Tested    		Not
    Tested    		Not
    Tested

     

    Service Bulletins for 1997 Kia

    1997 KIA
    Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201
    KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE
    1997 KIA SEPHIA
    Bulletin Number: 002
    A/C SUCTION HOSE. *JD
    Bulletin Number: 003
    THIS TECHINICAL SERVICE BULLETIN OUTLINES THE NEW SEPHIA REMANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROGRAM. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 004
    SEPHIA FRONT BRAKE PADS - DESIGN CHANGE. *TW
    Bulletin Number: 008
    RECALL CAMPAGIN ON EVAPORATIVE FUEL VAPOR HOSE REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.8 LITER BPD ENGINES. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 008
    REPLACEMENT REPAIRS OF ALL EVAPORATIVE FUEL VAPOR HOSES AND PIPES AT THE FUEL TANK. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 027
    RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. NOTIFICATION LETTER TO DEALERS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 027
    THIS BULLETIN PROVIDED INFORMATION RELATED TO RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. *TT
    Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201
    KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PS539
    PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
    Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085
    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
    Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1
    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example
    Bulletin Number: TSBTRA046
    TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL
    1997 KIA SPORTAGE
    Bulletin Number: 014
    FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT UNDER REPAIR BENEFIT PROGRAM. ON CERTAIN 1997-2000 SPORTAGES. *NJ
    Bulletin Number: 027
    RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. NOTIFICATION LETTER TO DEALERS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 027
    THIS BULLETIN PROVIDED INFORMATION RELATED TO RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 33000003
    SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 76
    FUEL PUMP RELAYS & EMISSIONS FAILURES. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. *TT
    Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201
    KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE
    Bulletin Number: PS539
    PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
    Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085
    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
    Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1
    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example

     

    Recalls for 1997 Kia

    1997 KIA SEPHIA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
    Manufacturer:KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:06/06/1994 - 05/15/1998
    Potential Units Affected:189706

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH.

    Consequence:

    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

    Action:

    OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    1997 KIA SPORTAGE
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
    Manufacturer:KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:10/20/1994 - 06/24/1998
    Potential Units Affected:189706

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH.

    Consequence:

    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

    Action:

    OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
    1997 KIA SPORTAGE
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Manufacturer:KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:08/29/1996 - 02/01/1999
    Potential Units Affected:76986

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT UNDER TENSION BY MOVEMENT OF THE ENGINE, THUS PULLING THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS, LOOSENING THEM AND RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY.

    Consequence:

    THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE ENGINE STALLING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL SPRING CLIPS TO LOCK THE CONNECTORS TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE DEALERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO SOLDER A SPLICE IN THE WIRE HARNESS.
    1997 KIA SPORTAGE
    NHTSA Campaign ID:LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
    Manufacturer:KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Manufacture Dates:07/26/1996 - 08/12/1997
    Potential Units Affected:23493

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MICROSWITCH ON THE REAR HATCH LOCK CYLINDER CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE POWER DOOR LOCKS TO UNLOCK INADVERTENTLY.

    Consequence:

    SHOULD THIS OCCUR, SECURITY FROM UNWANTED INTRUSION INTO THE VEHICLE IS LOST.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE REAR HATCH DOOR UNLOCK CIRCUIT.

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