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1997 Kia Sephia Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Kia Sephia specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Kia Sephia warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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Overview

Select Style

Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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MSRP *
$9,795
Invoice *
$8,824
Engine
1.8L I-4 125 HP 108.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,500 rpm / 1.6L I-4 105 HP 100.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,600 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
23.9 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
32.1 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000

Powertrain

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Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Engine
1.8L I-4 125 HP 108.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,500 rpm / 1.6L I-4 105 HP 100.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,600 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Alternator
70 amp
Battery
48 amp
Axle Ratio
4.11
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
12.7 gal.
Exhaust
partial stainless steel
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Front Suspension
strut
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Rear Suspension
independent multi-link
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Rear Springs
coil
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
front disc/rear drum
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
13.0 " silver styled steel
Front Tires
P175/70SR13.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Seating Capacity
5
Front Seat Type
bucket
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Armrests
center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
60-40 bench
Rear Headrests
fixed
Seat Trim
cloth
Door Trim
vinyl
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
glove box
Dome Light
dome light
Floor Console
full
Cup Holder
front
Instrument Panel Storage
bin
Door Bins
dual
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Radio
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
Speakers
4
Antenna
fixed
Door Locks
manual
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
mechanical
Remote Fuel Flap Release
mechanical
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Power Outlets
1
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Instrument Display
analog
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Front Windows
manual
Rear Windows
manual
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
fixed interval
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Security System
security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Door Count
4 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
11.0 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
171.7 "
Exterior Width
66.7 "
Exterior Height
54.7 "
Wheelbase
98 "
Front Tread
57 "
Rear Tread
57 "
Turning Radius
16.7 '
Curb Weight
2,476 lbs.
Drag Coefficient
.31
Front Legroom
42.9 "
Rear Legroom
34.4 "
Front Headroom
38.2 "
Rear Headroom
37.0 "
Front Hiproom
55.3 "
Rear Hiproom
55.3 "
Front Shoulder Room
54.0 "
Rear Shoulder Room
53.5 "
Passenger Volume
93 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
11.0 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Rear Spoiler
wing
Bumpers
body-colored
Bodyside Moldings
black
Grille Moldings
body-colored
Paint
monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual manual

Warranty

Select Style

Style:
RS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $9,795 LS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $10,895 GS 1.8L 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,955
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Major Components Months/Miles
60/60,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/100,000
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Kia Sephia safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

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