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Would you recommend a 2006 KIA Sportage to drive from the UK to Portugal?

I'm thinking of buying a 2006 KIA Sportage automatic diesel (2-litre 4x4) with 49,000 miles on the clock, with a view to driving to Portugal from Dover. Is there anything I should look out for? Does this car have a chain cam or belt, and if the latter should it be changed?

Asked on 20 June 2010 by mike millburn

Answered by Honest John
Belt cam, very slow and very uneconomical. 25-30mpg. I wouldn't if I was you.

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