Overview & Reviews
Kia ushers in the 2000 Sportage with a new sound system, dual airbags, new colors and some additional equipment, but keeps last year's MSRP.
- Low price, Lotus-tuned suspension, high fun factor.
- Anemic engine, cheap interior materials, limited rear seat room.
User Reviews:
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Eight for the moola - 2000 Kia Sportage
By Boberto - September 12 - 11:23 amI use this puppy to haul the ole race car around and man does it do the job. The car weighs in at about 4500 lbs and this thing drives without even knowing its there. Even with the high mileage I was surprised to see it never hurt my fuel economy. I would recommend this little engine that definitely could for anyone towing light campers and needing that 4wd to help get to those out of the way places.
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Bargain car, Bargain performance - 2000 Kia Sportage
By FDE - Savio - January 8 - 11:36 pmGoing on one year with my 2000 Kia Sportage EX 4WD and I must say Im really pleased. Acceleration from 0 to 60 is slow (13.0 seconds), but once up to speed it handles well (thanks in part to the Lotus tuned suspension). If your Sportage lacks a limited slip rear differential you might lose grip in rain or snow, depending on the type of tires you have. I plan on installing a Phantom Grip LSD conversion in the front and rear differentials to help increase traction. Front hubs and bearings had to be replaced (common Sportage problem due to design); all repaired under warranty. Ive read other peoples "horror" stories, but glad to say I am 100% HAPPY with my Kia Sportage.
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SO-so, not sure Id buy again - 2000 Kia Sportage
By Y. J. - March 23 - 1:20 amGets you from here to there. Fun to drive. NOT a hot rod, so dont expect one. Good on storage for long trips. Have to get out and stretch every couple hundred miles. Can carry 4x8 sheets. Kia was good about repairing while under warranty (minor body rust, CD/radio, AC condensation on passenger side). Gas tank rusted out after 7 years and 85,000 miles, Kia would not replace and would have cost me about $1200 - 1500 to replace. Not worth it.
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The Surprise of the SUVs - 2000 Kia Sportage
By ~ - March 3 - 10:00 amWhen I bought this SUV, I wanted the feel of a car, but room of an SUV. I have nothing but good experiences with this Kia Sportage. If you are looking for an SUV but are shy on the funds to afford the top of the line, take a look at the Kia. You could find that it is just the right car/SUV for you.
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Good Mini SUV for small families - 2000 Kia Sportage
By SFBrown - November 24 - 10:00 amThis has been a good SUV, but the back seat is no where near big enough. Isnt good for families. Has been good on fuel and is a smooth ride.
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Great SUV for the money - 2000 Kia Sportage
By williwasfirst - April 23 - 10:59 amI had a 2000 Kia Sportage base automatic 4x4 (there is no option for that exact car on Edmunds form here so I picked the closest. I drove this car from about 15,000 miles to 100,000, cross country and back. There are nicer SUVs out there obviously but this one was reliable and inexpensive. Its also kind of fun to drive. The 4x4 is great in snow. Also if you live in the city and park on the street you will love it. At 156 inches long, its very easy to parallel park. I was always amazed at the spots I could fit in. Easier than a Honda Civic.
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Not an American Car - 2000 Kia Sportage
By Driver61 - December 27 - 10:13 am2.0L with 5 speed, keep it in 2nd and 3rd to 5500 rpm to get on interstate. Too busy at 70mph/3200 rpm, but runs all day. Gets 25-26 mpg with air on. Once in a while 27 mpg. Runs & drives OK with full load (800#). Warranty service exceptional. No problems out of warranty except vacuum lines for 4WD hubs - a cheap fix, but a bother. Nothing but scheduled maintenance. Not a great car for the Interstate, but excellent for 55 mph rural highway. Will climb a goat trail in 4WD. This is a little truck, but excellent suspension and brakes. It deserves good tires, dont skimp. I use Michelin Harmony passenger car tires. Good in rain and snow. AC works OK, but with all the glass it gets hot fast, takes awhile to cool down.
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want dependable, this is your car!!!! - 2000 Kia Sportage
By jlc/mrsjettcarnes05 - June 8 - 10:00 amIve had my Kia Sportage since November 2001,I bought it used with 30,000 miles on it.Now it has 102,785 miles and is still running like new!!!!!Me and my husband have taken severly trips with our kia,One was a 1,000 mile trip up to Conniticut and it got us up there and back,no problems.Weve also drove to Kentucky from here which is 500 miles and back,thats been done 6 times,no problems at all,If anybody want a good, reliable,fun to drive suv.This would be your car.
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Over 200k! - 2000 Kia Sportage
By nobother - April 2 - 8:00 amI purchased mine used 6 years ago to get me through the snowy mountains of Virginia, and it has never let me down. I drive it about 3500 miles per month and so far these are the only repairs: brakes, tires, 02 sensor (at 150k miles), batteries (gone through several of these), power window switch. Cloth seats feel cheap, but otherwise the interior is well planned and accessories are convenient. Exterior, for me, is pretty rough--it sort of looks like a beefy go-cart. I would recommend one for a new driver who will have to deal with inclement weather conditions. Easy to maneuver in snow/rain, easy to park, and there is plenty of glass all the way around so drivers can see surroundings
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Best Car I Have Ever Owned (for the $$$) - 2000 Kia Sportage
By Will - February 20 - 6:53 pmWe bought our Sportage used with about 18,000 miles on it. Were at 90,000 now. There have been no significant problems with this SUV. Its GREAT in snow. Weve driven coast to coast in it twice, and its never let us down. No, its not a Porsche Cayenne or something. Yes, it would be nice if it had a V-6 (hey, they make them that way now). But overall, when you consider how economical it is to buy and own, its a great value. Of the approximately 25 cars Ive owned over the years, this is my favorite, at least when you consider VALUE in the mix.
