How many more years can a Kia Sportage be driven after 10 years?

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LeKimberly
09/07/25 8:17am
Kia Sportage can be driven for more than 5 years after 10 years of use. It can continue to be driven until the vehicle is scrapped. Here is a detailed introduction about the service life of a vehicle: Overview: The service life (operating-life-of-motor-vehicle) of a vehicle refers to the continuous mileage or continuous usage time from when the vehicle is put into operation after leaving the factory. Over long-term use, due to the aging and wear of components and other damages, the performance of the vehicle gradually decreases, and various consumptions increase until it is no longer suitable for continued use. Others: The concept of a vehicle's service life evolved from the lifespan of living organisms, but the service life of a vehicle is different from that of living organisms. A vehicle is a machine composed of hundreds or thousands of components, and it will not be scrapped just because some components are damaged or unusable.
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