The Kia Amanti midsize sedan has been redesigned for 2007. It's equipped at near-luxury levels (an industry term meaning it's a luxurious midsize car). Lighter and more stylish than before, the new 2007 Kia Amanti is a nice car that delivers exceptional value in its class. The 3.5-liter V6 engine has big, smooth power, the car is whisper-quiet on the road, and the suspension is near-luxury in its ride quality.

Korean manufacturer Kia crossed into the near-luxury segment when it launched the Amanti. Based on the Hyundai XG350, it was not exactly a box office hit. That car has now been thoroughly updated and there are major improvements throughout.

They've lightened the platform by an amazing 251 pounds. They've changed the suspension for the better. They've also made the engine bigger, more powerful and quieter all at the same time, and they've fixed the somewhat geeky front-end styling of their flagship sedan. When you add it all up, they've created a car that offers more value than the car introduced for 2004.