Parts & Maintenance
Korean Auto Parts Guide
Quick Answer: OEM (genuine) parts: Hyundai Mobis is the OEM supplier for Hyundai and Kia vehicles — guarantees factory specifications and full…
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132 guides on buying and importing used Korean vehicles into Africa — model reliability, country import rules, and costs.
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Buying & Reliability
Kia Stinger: Years to Avoid
“`html Quick Answer: Steer clear of the 2018 and 2019 Kia Stinger — they have the highest number of complaints, recalls, and…
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Importing & Customs
Kia Sportage Years to Avoid
Used SUV buyer researching Kia Sportage history; wants a clear list of problem model years with engine, transmission,
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Buying & Reliability
Kia Soul Years to Avoid
Used hatchback buyer researching Kia Soul history; wants specific model years with transmission or engine issues that
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Buying & Reliability
Kia Sorento: Years to Avoid
Quick Answer: 2011–2013 Kia Sorento models are the most dangerous buys — they carry the infamous Theta II GDI engine prone to…
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Buying & Reliability
Kia Reliability Ratings
The short version Kia is one of the most reliable mass-market automakers you can buy used right now. PP100 stands for problems…
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Buying & Reliability
What Is Kia’s Powertrain Warranty on Used Cars
Quick Answer: Original owner only: Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty only applies to the first owner. Used car buyers get a 5-year/60,000-mile residual…
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Costs & Financing
Kia Maintenance Costs
Quick Answer: The Kia Sportage and Kia Sorento share many parts with Hyundai Motor Company models (Tucson, Santa Fe), which keeps repair…
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Importing & Customs
Kia Engine Recall History — What Owners Need to Know
Kia owner or buyer researching engine recall campaigns; wants to know which models were affected by Theta II recalls
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Importing & Customs
JDM vs Korean Imports
Used car importer deciding between Japanese and Korean sourcing; wants reliability, availability, pricing, and
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