Pros
The 2008 Kia Amanti stands out in its class for its value and spacious interior. It boasts performance near the top of its class and has a very high level of standard safety equipment. The Amanti comes in only a single, well-equipped model, and it looks like an even stronger value when compared side-by-side to similarly equipped and optioned competition.
Model Highlights
Kia's premium large car went through a number of changes for 2007, and carries on essentially unchanged for 2008.Under the hood is the 3.8L aluminum-block "Lambda" V6 engine that makes 264 horsepower and 264 lb-ft of torque, and it is coupled with a five-speed Sportmatic automatic transmission. The car's fully independent suspension delivers satisfying handling. The Amanti continues to come in a single, very well-equipped model, at a low price, with relatively few options. The interior gets standard chrome interior door handles plus wood and leather trim, while upholstery is either cloth or leather. A leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls is also standard, along with dual-zone automatic climate control, a six-speaker cassette/CD sound system, heated mirrors, power front seats, and a sunroof. Various other popular options are grouped in packages. The Leather Package brings leather seats, a memory setting for the driver's seat and mirrors, heated front seats, power-adjustable pedals, a trip computer, and upgraded audio. The Premium Package adds aluminum interior trim and 17-inch chrome wheels. Machined 17-inch alloy wheels are also available. The Amanti has eight standard air bags, including separate front and rear side air bags and full-length side curtain air bags. Active head restraints and four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with electronic brake distribution (EBD) are also standard, while electronic stability control (ESC), traction control, and brake assist are available in an affordably priced option package. Kia provides powertrain warranty coverage to ten years or 100,000 miles and basic coverage for five years or 60,000 miles.
Model News
Kia's premium large car, the Amanti, was given a cosmetic facelift and mechanical overhaul last year, so there was little need to change things for 2008.
Value Writeup
Interior space and comfort; tremendous value; eight standard air bags.

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Exterior

Body-color door handles w/chrome accents

Body-side moldings

Front fog lamps

Halogen headlamps

Heated pwr mirrors

Solar tinted glass

Variable intermittent windshield wipers

Safety

4-wheel anti-lock vented disc brakes

Dual advanced front airbags

Energy-absorbing steering column

Front seat belts-inc: pretensioners w/force limiters

Front/rear crumple zones

Front/rear seat-mounted side airbags

Front/rear side curtain airbags

Internal emergency trunk release

Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)

Rear child safety door locks

Side-impact door beams

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Paint	Invoice	MSRP
STANDARD PAINT (STD)	-	-
PEARL WHITE EXTERIOR PAINT	$180	$200

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Transmission
Clutch Size (in)
Drivetrain	Front Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)	0.73
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)	3.33
First Gear Ratio (:1)	3.84
Fourth Gear Rato (:1)	1.05
Reverse Ratio (:1)	3.86
Second Gear Ratio (:1)	2.09
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
Third Gear Ratio (:1)	1.44
Trans Description Cont.	Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again	Sportmatic shifter
Trans Order Code
Trans Type	5
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)	3770
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)	11.5
Engine
Displacement	3.8L/231
Engine Order Code
Engine Type	Gas V6
Fuel System	- TBD -
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM	264 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM	260 @ 4500
Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)	- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)	- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)	- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)	- TBD -
Suspension Type - Front	Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)	Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear	Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)	Multi-Link
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)	600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)	110
Vehicle
EPA Classification	Large
Brakes
Brake ABS System	4-Wheel
Brake Type	Pwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )	Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )	Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)	11.9 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)	11.2 x - TBD -
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)	17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)	24

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Warranty

Basic:5 Years/60,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/100,000 Miles/km

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