Kia $20,000 - $30,000
Auto Type
- SUVs (5)
- Mid-Size Cars (2)
- Large Cars (2)
- Vans (2)
- Wagons (1)
Fuel Economy
- 15 MPG or Better (12)
- 20 MPG or Better (3)
2008 Kia Amanti
#5 in Affordable Large Cars
The Amanti delivers European luxury qualities with a small price tag, but fuel economy and resale value may disappoint. If you're in the market for a large car, you should also consider the Hyundai Azera ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 5.4 |
| Interior: | 8.1 |
| Safety: | 9.4 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Kia Amanti
The Amanti delivers European luxury qualities with a small price tag, but fuel economy and resale value may disappoint. If you're in the market for a large car, you should also consider the Hyundai Azera ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.6 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Exterior: | 5.7 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2008 Kia Optima
#13 in Affordable Midsize Cars
The Optima delivers a spacious and affordable ride, but can't match the reliability and solid performance of some of its competitors.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Kia Optima
The Optima delivers a spacious and affordable ride, but can't match the reliability and solid performance of some of its competitors. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize car, you should also consider ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.8 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 7.0 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2008 Kia Rondo
#4 in Affordable Full Size Wagons
The 2008 Rondo delivers a safe, affordable and spacious ride on a budget, but can't match the sportier performance or resale value of others in its class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 7.2 |
| Exterior: | 5.6 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2007 Kia Rondo
The Rondo delivers a safe, affordable and spacious ride on a budget, but can't match the sportier performance or resale value of others in its class.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.9 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 5.8 |
| Interior: | 7.8 |
| Safety: | 9.2 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
2008 Kia Sedona
#4 in Minivans
The 2008 Kia Sedona receives a very good ranking for its wide range of standard features, stellar safety equipment, and impressive powertrain warranty.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.8 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Exterior: | 6.2 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
2007 Kia Sedona
Reviewers praise the Sedona's wide range of standard features, stellar safety equipment ,and impressive powertrain warranty. If you're in the market for a minivan, you should also consider the Honda Odyssey and the Toyota Sienna.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 6.2 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 8.0 |
2008 Kia Sorento
#7 in Affordable Compact SUVs
The Sorento ranks in the top half of its class for delivering good value on a midsize SUV with strong towing capacity and good safety ratings. However, it can't match the comfortable ride and fuel ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Exterior: | 8.5 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.5 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2007 Kia Sorento
The Sorento delivers a good value on a compact SUV with strong towing capacity and excellent safety ratings, but can't quite match the comfortable ride and fuel efficiency of others in its class. Buyers might ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 6.9 |
| Exterior: | 8.6 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
2008 Kia Sportage
#8 in Affordable Compact SUVs
The Sportage looks, feels and drives like a more upscale SUV, making it a good bargain that ranks in the top half of its class. Along with quality materials, driving dynamics and styling that rival ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 6.6 |
| Exterior: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 7.2 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |
2007 Kia Sportage
The Sportage looks, feels, and drives like a more upscale SUV, making it a good bargain in its class, but falls short on engine power. If you're in the market for an affordable compact SUV, ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 6.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 7.1 |
| Safety: | 7.6 |
| Reliability: | 9.0 |













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