Overview & Reviews

A five-door hatchback model dubbed the Spectra5 joins the lineup, along with a sporty SX sedan. Both models come with a front spoiler, black mesh grille, black headlight bezels, upgraded tires, 16-inch alloys, side sills, rear valance panel and rear spoiler. Inside, there is leather wrapping for the steering wheel and shift knob, gray sport cloth upholstery, metallic trim pieces and metal pedals. A sport-tuned suspension is also included, and models with a manual transmission get a front strut tower bar as well.

• Low price, spunky engine, well-finished interior, standard side-curtain airbags, excellent warranty.

• Obtrusive engine noise at high speeds, ABS not available on LX model.

User Reviews:

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  2005 Kia Spectra5 5 speed FABULOUS! - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By Joes - March 29 - 12:13 am

  I drove the new 2005 Kia Spectra5, 5speed, Red with a limited graphics package! Smooth shifting, good on gas, lots of leg room (Im 63"), and a great combination car for city and hwy. travel. I drove the Mazda3, Scion XA LTD, Scion XB, Elantra, and looked at a Civic. My office is 150 miles from my home, so my wife and I needed a good car for my travel and something sporty and fun. Turns heads with the graphics package, alloy wheels, and neat design. We traded our 2000 Dodge Interpid (great car, but our needs changed), Im switching off this car with our 93 Protege w/150k miles on it to prolong the life of both. We also own a 2004 Kia Sedona Minivan.

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  third car - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By k/dan - January 12 - 3:36 am

  well i have bought alot of cars but this seem to be a fun car to drive even though it is just a third for the winter still liking it

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  Fun to zip around! - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By Elaine - January 4 - 9:43 pm

  Have not had any trouble getting up hills, keeping up with traffic. Love the ease of parking. The CD player is great. When I turn the heat or air conditioner on there is no long wait to feel comfortable. Most of all, the mileage is excellent.

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  My Car Is My Office - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By Mike - November 15 - 5:30 am

  I spend any where from 10 to 17 hours a day in my vehicle due to my job. Fun to drive car with the sports car feel without the sports car cost. Roomy for passengers or cargo.

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  what a car for 12,500 - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By yankee1957 - August 15 - 12:51 pm

  bought the car with 12,000 miles on it in 2006. We have really run this car. 140,000 and just oil changes ,tires, batt, and t belt regular required up keep. sits great in front needs more padding in back. 34-36 mpg to florida. window swithes could you some work also but for a cheap car cant complain about it. If I buy another it would be sorento; just like them and the dealership at tullahoma tn was great havent seen them much but always helpful. Just drive it you will like it

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  i love my kia - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By tweyhrich - June 5 - 5:33 am

  this car is really awsome. I didnt think i would like it as much as i do. I looked at it online and the price was good and thought it wouldnt be this nice as it is. the olny thing is i wish that i would have got the sx instead of the ex but thats ok [they dont have ground fx avil for ex]and a 5 speed stick not the 4 speed auto. It is a really spunky car though and the more i drive it the more i like it. If you are looking to buy a car i would check this one out

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  Kia - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By Anita - May 19 - 2:00 am

  This is my very first new car ever! I just love it. Its easy to maintain--great on gas and easy to wash. Cleans up fast and interior is easy to keep clean also. Mine is ice blue -- sometimes it looks grey and sometimes it looks blue -- really neat!

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  2004.5 Kia Spectra - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By bman41202 - May 3 - 3:50 pm

  This is the best car I have ever owned. It has more horsepower and torque than the Civic or the Corolla. Every performance part store is trying to get new parts for the Spectra because they realize what potential it has.

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  I love my cute car - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By maytwin - March 31 - 6:56 pm

  My car is fun to drive! I got a great deal, on a car that has everything on it. It rides quietly, even with the sunroof open! It rocks!! I am trying to get my sister to buy the same car.

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  nice car - 2005 Kia Spectra
  By joe from rio rancho - March 23 - 4:06 am

  nice car. I got the EX model. I think its fun to drive.Braking is really good,very peppy off the line.sound system is good 6 speakers.great for the money.