Overview & Reviews
Average Score
4.09/5 Average
98 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:
For 2003, all Spectras will come with a CD player and body-color side moldings. Kia has attempted to make the cabin environment more hospitable via additional sound insulation in the roof and floor, an illuminated ignition and revised climate controls. Also, all hatchbacks get a standard rear wiper with an intermittent feature. Finally, note that engine specs have been revised this year -- the Spectra is now rated at 124 horsepower and 119 pound-feet of torque compared with 126 hp and 108 lb-ft for 2002. The four-cylinder engine itself is unchanged.
Pros:
- Low base price, nimble handling, available hatchback configuration, killer warranty.
Cons:
- Lackluster engine performance, weak brakes and tires, mediocre build and materials, poor offset crash test score.
