2005 Kia Amanti problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2005 Kia Amanti get?

The 2005 Kia Amanti has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

Q: How much is a 2005 Kia Amanti worth?

Comparable 2005 Kia Amanti listings run roughly $1,300–$4,295, typically around $2,577 (from 38 vehicles).

2005 Kia Amanti at a glance

Owner complaints83

Combined18 mpg

Typical price$2,577

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Kia Amanti common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 83 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Fuel System

Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2005 Kia Amanti MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg

City15 mpg

Highway23 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,700

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2005 Kia Amanti worth?

Low

$1,300

Typical price

$2,577

High

$4,295

From 38 comparable 2005 Kia Amanti listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Kia Amanti costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500

Fuel only$18,500

Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.