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The 2011 Kia Borrego offers a robust V8 powertrain and 4WD capability, but a critical fire risk from an HECU defect necessitates careful inspection.

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Fuel economy

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

YearCity MPGHighway MPGCombined MPGCity L/100 kmHighway L/100 kmCombined L/100 km
201115211715.6811.213.84

Engine, transmission & drivetrain

Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.

YearBody styleCylindersDisplacementFuel typeTransmissionDrivetrain
2011suv84.6RegularAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive

Safety ratings & driver assistance

NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.

YearRolloverRated vehicletpms
201132011 Kia Borrego Tau 4.6 SUV 4WDstandard

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The 2011 Kia Borrego offers a robust V8 powertrain and 4WD capability, but a critical fire risk from an HECU defect necessitates careful inspection.

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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 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.

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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.

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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).

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