Kia Sportage 2

Kia Sportage 2 is one of the cheapest models in its class. Price tags for used copies start at about 500,000 rubles. Selling Kia at a profit is quite difficult. The new Korean car was relatively cheap and cost just under 700,000 rubles. The crossover is not impressive either in the quality of the finish or in style. But in matters of functionality, it is difficult to accuse him of something. The sporting experience perfectly suits the needs of a typical compact SUV buyer. The car makes it very easy to maneuver in the city. In the cabin will comfortably accommodate 4 people. However, the 332-litre boot is disappointing, a low grade. Unlike the previous generation with a frame structure, the body has a typical bearing circuit for this segment. At the same time, many owners complain about the average steering accuracy characteristic of older-generation SUVs with a frame. Kia Sportage 2 was well equipped. All copies are equipped with air conditioning, and after modernization – audio system with AUX and USB inputs. Since 2006, all Sportages have received 6 airbags.

Engines

The powertrain line is represented by three engines in various power options. The main one is the 2-liter 16-valve G4GC gasoline engine with 140 hp (142 hp). The engine is reliable, but it lacks torque. It tolerates the installation of gas equipment well, so it may well become an alternative to diesel units. The transmission of the gas distribution mechanism of the combined type. A tooth belt links the crankshaft and the camshaft. And the camshafts are connected by a chain. The belt changes every 60,000 km (about 7-12 thousand rubles). The chain usually runs for a long time - over 200-300 thousand km. The valve clearance is adjusted by selecting pushers. The gaps can go away after 200-250 thousand km of run. After 200-300 thousand km, an increase in oil consumption is not excluded. More often, it is possible to moderate appetite after replacing oil caps (7-16 thousand rubles). If the replacement does not help, you will have to change the rings. The second most popular engine is the gasoline 2.7-liter V6 G6BA. Engine's reliable. The gas distribution mechanism is driven by a gear belt and two chains connecting the camshafts of each head. The belt (about 12 000 rubles with work) is updated every 60 000 km, and the chain will last at least 250-300 thousand km. Valve gaps are adjusted automatically by hydraulic pushers. After 250-300 thousand km, the problem of oil jelly can also be indicated here. The reasons and methods of elimination are the same as in the 2-liter engine - oil caps and rings. A considerable interest in the secondary market is also shown in diesel 2.0 CRDi D4EA.

Transmission

Occasionally, individual owners of Kia Sprage with manual transmission have to face repair of the box due to wear of the primary shaft and gear 5th gear. For the repair of the box will ask about 35 000 rubles.

The clutch of the manual transmission is updated after 170-200 thousand km. The costs will be 20-25 thousand rubles. The worn flywheel will increase the amount by 11 000 rubles.

4-speed automatic F4A2 with regular oil updates will last without repair at least 300 000 km. Restoration repairs will cost 60-100 thousand rubles.

In all-wheel drive modifications after 200-250 thousand km of attention will require a coupling responsible for connecting the rear axle. The resource of the couplings significantly reduces frequent movements on rough terrain and the inclusion of locks.

Fortunately, repairing the clutch is neither complicated nor expensive. Usually everything is done by replacing bearings, oil glands and updating the oil. The total costs will exceed the amount of 10,000 rubles.

In addition, with large runs, the suspension bearings of the driveshaft (2-5 thousand rubles) and the cross (1,000-2 thousand rubles) fail.

In addition, it is necessary to eliminate oil leaks from the rear gearbox through the glands of the semi-axles (2000 rubles with work).

Walking

Factory silent blocks of the front levers reached 150,000 km, and the silent blocks of the rear levers were surrendered only after 200,000 km. Ball support (400-1500 rubles) came into disrepair after 120-150 thousand km.

Factory hub bearings on the front axle could make noise, having passed 120-150 thousand km, and on the rear axle often reached up to 200,000 km. Bearings are changed separately - 2-3 thousand rubles.

After 150-200 thousand km, the steering rack is also repaired. It can catch or leak. The new rack is available for 12-33 thousand rubles. For repairs will be asked in the area of 17 000 rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

Painting of the body is not particularly resistant - soon overgrown with chips and scratches. With age, corrosion is found on the rapids, trunk doors, in wheel niches and on the bottom. In some instances, you have to digest the rotten rear spar and change the leaky suspension levers. The holes are sometimes in the floor - in the legs of the front passenger and driver.

The most preferred instances collected after restyling - they are better protected from corrosion. If earlier the manufacturer gave a four-year warranty against end-to-end corrosion, then after 2008 - he promised for 10 years.

Over time, the engine radiator begins to leak (7-15 thousand rubles).

After 150-200 thousand km can sway the generator (4-7 thousand rubles for bulkhead) and starter (9-12 thousand rubles).

Sometimes the air conditioner compressor fails (16,000 rubles with work). However, more often you have to change the noisy bearing of the compressor clutch (2000 rubles for an analog).

With age, the heater loses its passability (3-8 thousand rubles plus 2-3 thousand rubles for work).

Interruptions in the operation of electrical equipment may occur due to oxidation and corrosion of contacts in the fuse block. It is located in the engine compartment, next to the hole in the wing, through which water enters the block.

Model history

2006 - 6 airbags are included in the basic equipment

2008 – restyling of the model, in Europe the warranty was extended to 7 years. Changes were also made to the suspension and design of the seats.

Engines

• If the replacement does not help, you will have to change the rings.
• The problem of oil can also be identified here.
• At the same time, they also bring more technical problems.
• In addition, it is necessary to consider the need to replace the two-mass flywheel.
• Fuel injectors (9000 rubles for the repair of one injector) will last more than 200 000 km, and the turbocharger (40-60 thousand rubles) can withstand more than 300 000 km.

Transmission

• Occasionally, individual owners of Kia Sprage with manual transmission have to face repair of the box due to wear of the primary shaft and gear 5th gear.
• For the repair of the box will ask about 35 000 rubles.
• 4-speed automatic F4A2 with regular oil updates will last without repair at least 300 000 km.
• Restoration repairs will cost 60-100 thousand rubles.
• Fortunately, repairing the clutch is neither complicated nor expensive.
• In addition, with large runs, the suspension bearings of the driveshaft (2-5 thousand rubles) and the cross (1,000-2 thousand rubles) fail.

Walking

• The steering rack is repaired for km. It can catch or leak. The new rack is available for 12-33 thousand rubles.
• For repairs will be asked in the area of 17 000 rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

• With age, corrosion is found on the rapids, trunk doors, in wheel niches and on the bottom.
• In some instances, you have to digest the rotten rear spar and change the leaky suspension levers.
• The most preferred instances collected after restyling - they are better protected from corrosion.
• If earlier the manufacturer gave a four-year warranty against end-to-end corrosion, then after 2008 - he promised for 10 years.
• Sometimes the air conditioner compressor fails (16,000 rubles with work).
• Interruptions in the operation of electrical equipment may occur due to oxidation and corrosion of contacts in the fuse block.

In the initial production period, spare parts were modest. Therefore, most owners were forced to visit the service stations of official dealers. Unfortunately, most of the components had a very high price. Today, the situation has improved significantly. There were a large number of independent shops and workshops specializing in the brand Kia. Therefore, there are no significant problems with the availability of cheap substitutes and low-cost maintenance at present.

Kia Sportage 2 is almost free of serious ailments, but often presents many minor problems. That's something we'll have to reckon with.

However, if someone needs a versatile car, then the Sportage is the best choice. In any case, in this price range, it is difficult to find something more worthwhile and relatively reliable.

• Engines: If the replacement does not help, you will have to change the rotary rings.
• Transmission: Occasionally, individual owners of Kia Sprage with manual transmission have to face repair of the box due to wear of the primary shaft and gear 5th gear.
• Driving: km brought to repair and steering rack. It can catch or leak. The new rack is available for 12-33 thousand rubles.
• Other problems and malfunctions: As you age, corrosion is found on sills, trunk doors, in wheel niches and on the bottom.
• Model history: 2006 - 6 airbags were included in the basic equipment of 2008 - restyling of the model, in Europe the warranty was extended to 7 years.

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