Model year guide

2007 Kia Amanti

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Kia Amanti is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2007 Kia Amanti — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Kia Amanti at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints15
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$4,599

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

2007 Kia Amanti recalls 2

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #09V130000 · 17/04/2009

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. A STOP LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION MAY ALSO AFFECT …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V114000 · 01/04/2013

Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, …

Fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2007 Kia Amanti common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2007 Kia Amanti MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550

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

What's a 2007 Kia Amanti worth?

Low
$3,495
Typical price
$4,599
High
$5,100

From 5 comparable 2007 Kia Amanti listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Kia Amanti costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,150
Total$21,900
Per mile$0.29

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,599) with the same model 3 model-years older ($2,038), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2007 Kia Amanti trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · GH
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

2007 Kia Amanti vehicles on record

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2007 Kia Amanti — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Kia Amanti have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2007 Kia Amanti. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Kia Amanti?

Across all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, exterior lighting, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Kia Amanti get?

The 2007 Kia Amanti has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2007 Kia Amanti worth?

Comparable 2007 Kia Amanti listings run roughly $3,495–$5,100, typically around $4,599 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.