Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  Replaced a 1997 Gr Caravan - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By Mike - January 24 - 5:13 pm

  We had just purchased an Optima for my wife and I had noticed the Spectre5 on the lot. Not many cars make me stop and give them a second look, but this one did. Some quick reference checks and I bought it 3 days later. Although I miss the room in my Caravan I have to say this is one of the most fun cars to drive. Gas mileage has been just under 30 MPG in mostly city type driving but I know that will get better as it breaks in. Although no car is perfect I havent found any major items to complain about. There has been some talk of Kia not honoring their warranty but you just need to maintain very through records if not serviced at a KIA dealer,

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  I love my KIA soo much! - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By James - October 16 - 4:26 am

  OMG, where do I start. I bought it new NOV 07, I got to choose the one I wanted any color anything. Took one look at my white EX 5spd rear spoiler, and I was hooked. So long story short 2 1/2 yrs later and car approaching 60,000 miles on it now, not a thing has gone wrong. People always comment on my car, and how clean and good it has held up! I take care of my car but dont baby it! I think it handles really well, and at times I feel like Im in a sports car. The rear spoiler makes it look so much better and 5 spd Overdrive, I dont have to always down shift up hills (only when some trucker or slow car gets in front of me. All and all At least take a look and consider!

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  good car - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By bnk - September 25 - 10:23 am

  i had a rodeo before so it sucked the gas and I went and bought this car. Its not too fast but its the sx so its sporty. Wish it had chrome wheels and a system

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  great little car for the money - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By wilburn mchone - December 12 - 11:00 pm

  I have put a custom cold air k. N intake system and a greedy exhaust on the car and have e. 3 iridium spark plugs and it is a straight drive and has an adjustable ait controller by surge performance it is fully adjustable and they say up to 50 or more horse power that is what they say 30 to 40 is what you are going to get but with intake exhaust and ait controller that 60 horse power over stock and it still runs in a safe zone where there is no worries about engine damage just break the engine in first before being aggressive with your driving style until broken in and you will have no problem break in is everything, no break in you end up with a broken down car so just be gentle until broken in

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  Awesome value, cant go wrong. - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By scott - December 12 - 4:50 am

  I love driving this car. I laugh at matrix owners knowing they paid thousands more and I have a safer ride. I was worried if Kias quality was where it should be but after owning it I can say its better than most. Far better than the american car I own.

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  Great Value for the Dollar! - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By G.Peter - November 29 - 3:13 am

  This is one of finest compact cars on the market today. The features that this car offers are absolutely phenomenal. I initially checked out other compact cars such as the Dodge Caliber, Toyota Matrix, Pontiac Vibe, and Nissan Sentra. I have to admit that each of those cars left me desiring and seeking much more. Then I decided to check out the Kia Spectra 5 and that was the best decision I could have made. The car was everything I was looking for in a compact car. The look was sporty. The exterior quality was extremely obvious. The interior was loaded with features that even some bigger cars and SUVs didnt have. Then came the drive. I was sold and the car was mine. Thank you Kia.

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  Great Car - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By hdwestmont - September 29 - 10:50 pm

  I bought this car in February and since then have already put over 7,000 miles on it. I drive a lot! Ive never gotten worse than 27 mpg and have gotten as good as 38, and trust me, I dont drive like an old woman and thats usually with the AC on too. Was planning on buying an American car, but after endless test drives, this car had more get up and go (compared to Pontiac Vibe, Dodge Caliber). I also liked it better than the Nissan Versa (way over priced) and the Toyota Matrix (also way over priced). All in all, Its been a great car, got more options for less money and it doesnt look like a pregnant roller skate! =)

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  Hardy Recommendation - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By Danielle Prevette - September 27 - 3:33 am

  I am very pleased with this car. It has so far been one of the best cars I have owed over my 40+ years of ownership, which has included Honda, Toyota, Subaru and VW. I have had absolutely no problems in the ss 1st 5 months of ownership.

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  Luv my car - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By kath - September 3 - 7:06 am

  I luv this car! I have gone from a suburban to this highly fuel efficient compact car. I drive approx. 60+ miles per day. It is very smooth and fun to drive. I thought the big car small car transition would be hard. Not a problem at all. But, when I go from this car to my husbands suburban I feel like Im driving a bus. Have had about 1 month and getting 31 MPG in town. My mom bought one at the same time and she cant keep my dad out of it. Its hard to explain. You just have to test drive. It has a lot of get up and go. Very easy to maneuver. Cant say enough good things. Have the SX standard. Mom has the SX automatic, sister the EX, nephew the SX and I will be going back for one for my son.

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  Great and fun commuter - 2008 Kia Spectra
  By ARConcepts - August 7 - 8:03 pm

  With now 2000 miles under its belt, I would like to say this was a great purchase. There are some slight noises through the cabin, but overall fit and finish is very good. The manual transmission is the way to go to get the most from the engine, though the clutch takes a little getting used to and rpms tend to hang a little per shift. Long strokes between gears, but a $90 aftermarket short shifter should allievate this problem. Great gas mileage thus far ,worst MPG so far 28.79 mpg on the first tank (best 33.06 mpg last tank 1806 miles). Roomier than my old 98 Explorer storage wise and lots of great features make it a welcome little car. Was really fun in the mountains, just needs more HP.