DecodedCars2005 Kia Amanti
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan FWD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 196.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4,090 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 29 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Kia Amanti is a large car offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 196 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,090 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 23 highway), 1% worse than the 2005 large car average of 18.1 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 30 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan FWD | 196.1 in | 72.8 in | 58.7 in | 110.2 in | 61 / 60.6 in | 4,090 lb | 62/38 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanti | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | -1% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Kia Amanti under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Kia Amanti (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 20 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2005 Honda Accord | 28 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 25 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 25 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Kia Amanti.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Kia Amanti is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Kia Amanti buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Air Bags — 11 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 6 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 6 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 110,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Kia Amanti. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Amanti years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Amanti | 19 | 196.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 Amanti | 19 | 196.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 14 |
| 2007 Amanti | 19 | 196.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2006 Amanti | 18 | 196.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 10 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Kia. How we calculate this →