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1996 Kia Sephia

Used 1996 Kia Sephia

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2001
1996
Fuel Economy
21 - 24 combined mpg
Horsepower
105 - 122 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • 4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
  • 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
Cargo Volume
11 cu ft
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1996 Kia Sephia Overview

1996 Kia Sephia Pricing

1996 Kia Sephia pricing starts at $1,490 for the Sephia RS Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $11,040 when new. The range-topping 1996 Sephia GS Sedan 4D starts at $1,780 today, originally priced from $12,880.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
RS Sedan 4D
$11,040
$1,490
$11,980
$1,562
$12,880
$1,780

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Kia Sephia models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Sephia Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Kia Sephia (1994-1997) a 3.5 out of 5 rating, which is about average, and 76% recommend it. These figures are based on 41 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Kia Sephia

"Very good vehicle"

"i have a 1996 kia sephia. very good car and has a 1.8 liter mazda engine. like many other kia sephia's the dashboard burnt and peeled up but other than that very good car. it has 130000 miles and runs great, im selling it now but a great car!"

"last many years"

"I had a 95 in 2000 with 103000 miles and eight years later it die after 276000 miles. I replace a lot of parts from junker, and they work fine, I replace only one time clutch, water pump timing belt and starter, also rotors, the engine is the same as mazda protege between 93 an 95, and is very economy in gas, the only problem is the dashboard peeling and leak in trunk basically, this car goes everywhere with over 270000 original miles, the reason it dies was the head gasket blown, otherwise I still have the car. Very low maintenance as long as you change oil often, that's the life of the car basically."

"The Terminator"

"The Most reliable car I have ever owned, and known about, hands down. I own a 1995 and it has been through one wreck, two floods, and had an engine hoist frame dropped on its roof. Hence the name, " The Terminator". It looks like it is in really bad shape, and it is structurally. However my engine and transmission have been really reliable. I have only used mobile1 engine oil in my car. I vary the weights of oil in regards to its mileage and time of the year so it changes from time to time. For my 5 speed tranny I use one bottle of Lucas and 2 synthetic gear oil bottles. My Car is 500 miles shy of 300,000 and probably by the time anyone reads this it will have hit its 300,000 mile mark. If you take care of this car it will take care of you. It is quite uncomfortable to get in and out of but then again that might be the fact that Im 5'8" and weight 275lbs. My dashboard did turn brown an curl upwards, this is a common problem with these cars. Engine is a bit noisy."

Overall 1996 Kia Sephia Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Kia Sephia is about average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Kia Sephia quality a 3.4 out of 5.

1996 Kia Sephia Reliability

The 1996 Kia Sephia receives an average consumer rating of 3.5 overall and a 3.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 Sephia Features

According to drivers of the 1996 Sephia, here are some of its best features:

  • Good gas milage and dependable
  • Good gas mileage; good little commuter car

1996 Kia Sephia MPG by Trim

1996 Sephia RS Sedan 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 28 MPG

1996 Sephia LS Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 26 MPG

1996 Sephia GS Sedan 4D - city 22 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1996 Sephia Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Kia Sephia front-side driver crash test rating is 3 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

1996 Kia Sephia Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Kia Sephia
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

3.5
Consumer Rating
Based on 41 Consumer Reviews
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98%Recommend this vehicle
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34%
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24%
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24%
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12%
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Value
3.8
Performance
3.6
Quality
3.4
Comfort
3.4
Reliability
3.8
Styling
3.4

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1996 Kia Sephia Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
RS Sedan 4D
$1,490
24 MPG
105 @ 6200 RPM
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
11 cu ft
100 lb-ft
2476 lbs
LS Sedan 4D
$1,562
21 MPG
122 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
11 cu ft
117 lb-ft
2520 lbs
GS Sedan 4D
$1,780
24 MPG
122 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
11 cu ft
117 lb-ft
2542 lbs
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1996 Kia Sephia Depreciation

A 1996 Kia Sephia has depreciated $44 or 3% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,076 and trade-in value of $467.

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1996 Kia Sephia Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $4
$1,120
$549
2023
$2
$1,118
$540
2024
$19
$1,099
$493
Now
$23
$1,076
$467
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Kia Sephia Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2476 lbs.
EPA Total Interior
93.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gallons
Front Head Room
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room
42.9 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
5.9 inches
Overall Length
171.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room
54.0 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
11.0 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
33.5 feet
Wheel Base
98.4 inches
Width with mirrors
66.7 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors

Fuel Economy

City
21 mpg
Highway
28 mpg
Combined
24 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
105 @ 6200 RPM
Torque
100 @ 3600 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Kia Sephia Safety

1996 Kia Sephia Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
Not Available

Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
3.0
Passenger Front
4.0

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Price
$1,490
$1,702
$1,537
$1,744
Consumer Rating
3.5
4.3
4.4
3.9
Fuel Economy
City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG
City 33/Hwy 39/Comb 35 MPG
City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG
City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5455
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
2 years or 24000 miles
Horsepower
105 @ 6200 RPM
70 @ 5500 RPM
110 @ 5000 RPM
115 @ 5400 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

1996 Kia Sephia Rankings

FAQs

Is 1996 a good year for a Kia Sephia?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Sephia is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Kia Sephia 1996 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.5 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Sephia is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Kia Sephia?

The 1996 Kia Sephia gets 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

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