Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
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. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 15 | 21 | 17 | 15.68 | 11.2 | 13.84 |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | suv | 8 | 4.6 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Rollover | Rated vehicle | tpms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 3 | 2011 Kia Borrego Tau 4.6 SUV 4WD | standard |
Model year reports
2011
NewestThe 2011 Kia Borrego offers a robust V8 powertrain and 4WD capability, but a critical fire risk from an HECU defect necessitates careful inspection.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Kia Borrego?
Carfocal currently has 1 published Borrego report, covering 2011 through 2011. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2011 Kia Borrego offers a robust V8 powertrain and 4WD capability, but a critical fire risk from an HECU defect necessitates careful inspection.
Published year coverage: 2011.
Is the Kia Borrego reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Kia Borrego. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2011 kia borrego offers a robust v8 powertrain and 4wd capability, but a critical fire risk from an hecu defect necessitates careful inspection. and the 2011 kia borrego's value proposition is significantly impacted by its critical hecu fire risk recall. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
1 published year-specific report are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Kia Borrego?
Across Carfocal's published Borrego guides, recurring problem areas include HECU Electrical System, Brake System Components (Pads, Rotors), and Suspension Components (Shocks, Struts). 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: HECU Electrical System, Brake System Components (Pads, Rotors), and Suspension Components (Shocks, Struts).
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 1
- Years tracked
- 1
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints