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#11 of 1357 I think most Hyundais have the can't lock feature... by csandste Aug 21, 2003 (2:24 pm)
My '01 Elantra does. Also turns your headlights off when you remove the keys.
#12 of 1357 Finally, New Amanti arrives in the States.... by bluewinds Nov 03, 2003 (3:16 pm)
http://www.kia.com/amanti/index.php
#13 of 1357 Read the press release on bluewinds' link.................... by iluvmysephia1 Nov 03, 2003 (8:47 pm)
that Electronic Control System developed by Continental Teves looks mighty impressive for active restraint. This is only one of the impressive features built into this car. It will be a unique and impressive luxury car from Kia for a non-luxury price.
#14 of 1357 Hmmm by chrisducati Nov 04, 2003 (5:53 pm)
Looks like a Buick from the A post back. Looks like a Lancia in the front. Older people will most likely like it. It's just to huge a car for this family. We will wait on the new Spectra replacement which looks really good.
#15 of 1357 2004 Kia Amanti by lok888 Nov 06, 2003 (7:55 am)
I just went to the New England Auto Show. I saw a Kia Amanti up on the stage. They didn't allow people to sit in the car. It looks very impressive with leather interior, memory seats, Infinity sound system, keyless entry with alarm system, 6 disc in dash CD, and more. The front end really looks like a previous generation of Benz E-Class. But my question is why there is no Kia logo in the front (grill or hood) like any other Kia vehicles? This is the same thing with Hyundai XG3500. BTW, no new Spectra in the show. I think they will release it after the Amanti.
#16 of 1357 Thanks for the information, lok888! by iluvmysephia1 Nov 06, 2003 (9:29 am)
You're the first one on Edmunds(I think)who's seen one and responded to Edmunds about it! Good information!
#17 of 1357 I don't know... by bored Nov 06, 2003 (6:55 pm)
But it seems like there was a little timeframe where Kia just didn't want their name everywhere..... (The '03 Optima didn't have a logo either)   Or, here's my prediction.   Hyundai, and this is a known fact, does not want to expand, or do major advertising on their cars. Most Hyundai logos are quite small, and not noticeable. It shows because they didn't want the XG over here, and I think I read someplace that they didn't want the Santa Fe over here either. Maybe Hyundai just doesn't want to be noticed?   However, Kia is an entirely different story. They want the general public, and the driver to constantly be reminded that they are driving a Kia. There just is no hiding the fact. Take for instance, the Sportage. Two logos, and one huge one on the spare tire cover. I would imagine that would be the same if the Sorento had the same setup.   I predict an 2005 Kia Amanti with the general Kia grille, with a giant Kia logo horizontally attatched to a chrome bar going across the center. The front end may have to be redesigned for this, and for good reason. The thing looks like a big mouth, but I haven't seen it in person just yet.
#18 of 1357 The last time I saw the Amanti online, though, by iluvmysephia1 Nov 07, 2003 (9:55 am)
the front looked symmetrically all right with the rest of Amanti's body. Also, check out the new 2004 Optima. Kia revised the front end...they opened up the front grille to actually have a grille instead of bringing the hood up right from the molded bumper. The grille has the bold Kia logo in the middle of the chrome-looks good! Check it out-I think it's a change for the better. As for Hyundai and Kia logo's-they're everywhere to people who are alive to cars...eh?
#19 of 1357 Amanti engine by netcam Nov 09, 2003 (10:09 am)
I checked out the review and Kia US site. The engine specs sound like it is the same 3.5 litre V6 used in the Sorento, rated with only a few more hp and small increase in torque.
#20 of 1357 Kia Amanti at 2003 Seattle Auto Show by priggly Nov 10, 2003 (11:41 am)
Saw the new Kia Amanti at the 2003 Seattle Auto show and here are my impressions:   it is a large car, exceedingly well appointed, that seemed to have excellent fit and finish apart from one slightly loose roof liner margin above the left rear door. The doors closed with a solid "thunk." The controls were solid-feeling and well damped, not unlike the feel of those of some of the much more expensive and upscale marques. The ergonomic layout was good. The esthetics of the cabin were very well done with quality materials and pleasing color scheme. Room inside the cabin was very ample and airy. The steering wheel tilted but did not telescope, which it should. The leather seats possessed very high quality leather and were appropriately soft and supportive at the same time. The seating position was excellent. The glove box door fit snugly and securely and fastened properly. The exterior fit and finish appeared excellent with symmetrical gaps and tolerances between apposing metal surfaces. The overall external appearance and styling were pleasing.   I would say overall the car appears to be a superb offering, especially for the money.   Its similarity to the Hyundail XG350 is apparent and not unexpected.   Has anyone driven the Amanti? Replies to this message: robw64 (Jun 11, 2005 2:44 pm) billh6 (Jun 15, 2005 11:33 am) staceyaz (Jun 16, 2005 11:30 am)

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