• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    It suits my life in the country and fits the bill with all the work it has to do

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Vehicle fits the bill for mixing with all types of people.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Most certainly. Good internal and external specification. Best fuel consumption evr experienced from a 4X4

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Wife wants a Sports Car - Toyota MR2 perhaps

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £15,800

    When did you buy the car?

    May 2005

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Used Kia's own "on line" supplier

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Had previous Sportage. Liked specification shown for this model

    What was the dealer like?

    Very courteous and helpful. Keen to do deal at reasonable cost.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Not the fastest car on the road, but cruises quietly on motorways at 70 - 75. Suspension bit springy on bumpy roads

    What's it like to park?

    No major problems. Plenty of all round vision

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Punctures only

    What's most practical about your car?

    boot space. Tonneau cover. Space available when seats folded. Separate glass opening at rear tailgate. Plenty of rake on seat and head room.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Air Conditioning