Ford Contour vs Kia Sephia
The Ford Contour is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 24 MPG for the Kia Sephia. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Contour | Kia Sephia | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,189 | 994 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 56 and 23 | 61 and 24 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 81,000 miles | 54,000 miles |
| Recalls | 9 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 32 | 21 and 28 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,700 | $2,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,189 complaints for the Ford Contour and 994 for the Kia Sephia. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 9 for the Ford Contour, 6 for the Kia Sephia.