Model year guide

2006 Kia Amanti

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Kia Amanti is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2006 Kia Amanti — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Kia Amanti at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints47
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$3,376

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Kia Amanti recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2006 Kia Amanti.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Kia Amanti common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2006 Kia Amanti MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,700
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Passenger volume105 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2006 Kia Amanti worth?

Low
$1,050
Typical price
$3,376
High
$5,700

From 19 comparable 2006 Kia Amanti listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Kia Amanti costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,500
Fuel only$18,500
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
196.1 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
58.7 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
Curb weight
4,090 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
60.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2006 Kia Amanti. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 13

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 13.

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides inf…

Bulletin TSB_BOD055_R1 · Structure, Exterior Lighting · Sep 2021

PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.

Bulletin PS539 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2018

TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nu…

Bulletin TSB-GEN085R1 · Equipment, Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Jan 2017

TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pi…

Bulletin TSB-GEN085 · Latches/locks/linkages, Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Nov 2016

TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to…

Bulletin PS443 · Electrical System, Equipment, Equipment Adaptive/mobility · Apr 2016

TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL, THEN REFERENCE THE…

Bulletin TSBTRA046 · Power Train · Dec 2013

KIA: INTERMITTENT MIL ON WITH NO FAULT CODE STORED; INFORMATION ABOUT DTC P1330. PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO CERTAIN VEHICLES. IN AFFECTED VEHICLES AN INTERMITTENT SHORT TO GROUND IN A CIRCUIT ONLY INTENDED FOR TESTING PURPOSES MAY CAUSE THE MIL TO ILLUMI…

Bulletin TSB-068 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2010

KIA: ECM UPGRADE WITH TP SENSOR REPLACEMENT-MIL ON WITH DTC P2135/P0638. INFORMATION RELATED TO ECM SOFTWARE AND TP SENSOR UPGRADE ON SOME VEHICLES WITH 2.7L ENGINES WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH THE ELECTRONIC THROTT…

Bulletin TSB-044 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Electrical System · Nov 2009

KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE

Bulletin KT-2008082201 · Parking Brake, Exterior Lighting · Aug 2008

ECU - UPGRADE DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENT. *KB

Bulletin 029 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2007

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the AMANTI FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2006 Kia Amanti. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may have been incorrectly installed during vehicle assembly. This could prevent proper brake lamp operation. Failure of the brake lamps to illuminate when the brakes are applied may result in the following road users being unaware of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury or death. A malfunction of the sw…

Transport Canada #2009140 · May 2009

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Kia Amanti

The Kia Opirus is an executive car/full-size sedan, manufactured by Kia Motors and marketed over a single generation for model years 2003–2012 globally and 2004–2009 in North America. Having debuted internationally at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, the four-door, five-passenger, front-engine, front-drive sedan was launched to the North American market at the New York International Auto Show and in San Diego, bearing the Amanti nameplate — and prioritizing luxury content and comfort over dynamic performance and agility.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2006 Kia Amanti trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl

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Other Kia Amanti model years

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2006 Kia Amanti — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Kia Amanti have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2006 Kia Amanti. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Kia Amanti?

Across all 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, vehicle speed control, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Kia Amanti get?

The 2006 Kia Amanti has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (15 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2006 Kia Amanti worth?

Comparable 2006 Kia Amanti listings run roughly $1,050–$5,700, typically around $3,376 (from 19 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.