Model year guide

2009 Kia Amanti

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Kia Amanti is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2009 Kia Amanti at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints4
Combined19 mpg

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

2009 Kia Amanti recalls 1

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.

2009 Kia Amanti common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2009 Kia Amanti MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Passenger volume106 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,750 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Kia Amanti costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

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.

2009 Kia Amanti trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl

2009 Kia Amanti vehicles on record

2009 Kia Amanti BaseKNALD225195174162

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2009 Kia Amanti — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Kia Amanti have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 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 2009 Kia Amanti?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Kia Amanti get?

The 2009 Kia Amanti has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

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