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Kawasaki W230

The 2025 Kawasaki W230 presents a mixed reliability picture.

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2025
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.

Fuel economy

EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 kmFuel-economy range
202500000040.5 km/L

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearHorsepowerTorqueEngine configurationTransmissionDrivetrain
202517.3 hp13.7 lb-ftSingle-cylinderMotorcycle - Chain DriveChain Drive

Pricing & configuration

Original pricing and model configuration where available.

YearcurrencyBase MSRPMSRP rangeConfidencenotesSourceestimatedAt
2025USD$5,599$5,599 - $5,7000.8MSRP for 2025 and 2026 models vary slightly.llm_estimate6/11/2026

Space, dimensions & utility

Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.

YearSeatsWheelbaseFront wheelRear wheel
2025255.71817

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

Yearabs
2025standard

Model year reports

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The 2025 Kawasaki W230 presents a mixed reliability picture.

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Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

What are the best years for the Kawasaki W230?

Carfocal currently has 1 published W230 report, covering 2025 through 2025. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2025 Kawasaki W230 presents a mixed reliability picture.

Published year coverage: 2025.

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Is the Kawasaki W230 reliable?

There is no single reliability answer for every Kawasaki W230. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2025 kawasaki w230 presents a mixed reliability picture. and the 2025 kawasaki w230's value hinges on its condition and the completion of its critical recalls. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.

1 published year-specific report are available for comparison.

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What are common problems with the Kawasaki W230?

Across Carfocal's published W230 guides, recurring problem areas include Electrical Ground Connection, Engine Oil, and Drive Chain and Sprockets. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.

Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Electrical Ground Connection, Engine Oil, and Drive Chain and Sprockets.

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