Overview & Reviews
Kia introduces a completely redesigned and much improved Spectra as a midyear 2004 model. However, both the old and new versions are available this year.
- Long range warranty, redesigned version sports a spunky engine, well-finished interior and standard side-curtain airbags.
- Suspension a bit soft, weak performance on outgoing model, ABS optional only on most expensive models.
User Reviews:
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Questionable reliability - 2004 Kia Spectra
By FASV - May 1 - 10:00 amI still like this car; however; only after 55,000 miles the alternator failed and at 67,000 the ac compressor had to be rebuilt. The alternator repair was covered by the warranty but the ac I had to pay for it. Recently I replaced the brakes for the first time and the timing belt and engine belts. Tires twice and battery twice as well. Other than that I still like the car but will think twice again of buying another Kia. The 60,000 miles warranty is for a reason.
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Good value Compact - 2004 Kia Spectra
By kmnowak2002 - December 3 - 10:00 amThe new design, 2004.5, looks more impressive and fun than the old model. The long warranty gives piece of mind. However, even though I bought the upgraded model, it still isnt a car I like to get in to every morning. The rebates and low payments were too much to walk away from. But if you can stretch a little more on payments, buy something else.
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So far,so good - 2004 Kia Spectra
By No4Mk1 - October 27 - 10:00 amI just bought a new Spectra. First new car I have ever owned (was about time). So far, so good. Gas mileage has been consistently around 30mpg. Shifts very smoothly. I have now put nearly 3000 miles on it. Looks like itll need a set of studded tires for the winter. Enough room for my kids in the back - better than a Rio.
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Kia vs Honda - 2004 Kia Spectra
By DCH60 - July 22 - 10:00 amMany more features vs the Honda Civic. Im a Honda owner (2003 V6 Accord), but the civics features vs the Spectra came up way short. And the warranty doesnt come close.
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Cars!!Cars!!Everywhere, Cars!!! - 2004 Kia Spectra
By Junior - July 3 - 7:50 amI love my spectra. Im 61 and fit in it perfectly. My friends range from 6 to 65 and fit in the back seats perfectly. There is a little dash rattle, but my music is normally high enough to where I dont recognize it. This is one of my first cars and I love it more than all of the others.
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my new kia has bad wiring - 2004 Kia Spectra
By DIXIE BELLVILLE - December 31 - 2:00 amwhen ibought my car the clock did not work, after fighting for 1 1/2 mo i am told the wiring is bad . then i have to take a full day off work because they cant work with me for repair. i dont feel i should have to pay a deposit on a rental car when its not my fault the wiring is bad. i lose $100 because i have to take aday off work. i would not recomend this dealership to my worst enemy,also i will tell anyone who ask me what ithink of it
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Cool But needs some Enrichments - 2004 Kia Spectra
By Mustapha Selim - December 15 - 10:00 amIt is a verywell car. but its interior materials r not so rich.... a cute exterior .. good Engine but some kinda heavy.. actually i got a 1600 C.C one .. but it is soooo Convenient
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Lots of kit for less dollars - 2004 Kia Spectra
By Good value - November 3 - 10:00 amhavent had my Spectra long but Im satisfied with it. The engine provides reasonable power but the automatic transmission could shift smoother. Good cabin materials and nice exterior. Some might have trouble finding a fully loaded model however.
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My cool kia - 2004 Kia Spectra
By Chris hanaburgh - October 1 - 2:00 amI love my kia. A lot of people dont give enough respect to the kias but Ill tell you this much, when the gas prices rose I wasnt bothered by it. The spectra has to be one of the most comfortable sedans ever made.
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black and fully loaded - 2004 Kia Spectra
By pbsigma93 - July 3 - 10:00 amI love the newly redesigned Kia Spectra. I have a 2004 Black Sedan fully loaded with a sunroof and very stylish.
