2000 Kia Spectra Review
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
The Spectra will never be called a great car, but for some, it might prove to be a good bargain.
Pros
Low base price, responsive steering.
Cons
Lackluster performance, wallowy suspension, questionable build quality.
What's New for 2000
The Spectra is new for 2000. Similar in size to the Sephia, Kia hopes the Spectra will attract younger buyers due to the versatile four-door hatchback design and sportier styling.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
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Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Kia Spectra 4 Dr GSX Sedan
Review
bought new 2000. never had warranty repair. only recommended servicing. 32 m.p.g. a blast to drive. still looks like new. bought Sportage in 2001 same reliability. best you can get for the money.
Favorite Features
great to drive, looks good
Suggested Improvements
keep making them the same way
Still runnin' after 8 years
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Kia Spectra 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
I had been considering purchasing a '96 Camry used car but happened to see this Kia on the way to buy the Camry. The winning point was that the Kia was less than the used Camry and had an great warranty. Eight years out I have had no major problems with the car. The cv boots for left and right wheels had to be replaced in Aug '08 but it was covered under the warranty. It's a great commuter car. I have only taken it on long distance trips three times. Seats are very uncomfortable. All things considered it's a good little car. Had I purchased the Camry I would have over 125k miles on it.
Favorite Features
Fold down rear seat
Suggested Improvements
They could have made it easier to replace the headlight lamps. Cheap plastic interior. Better seat support.
Fun to Cruise
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Kia Spectra 4 Dr GSX Sedan
Review
Fun to drive! You feel like a speed racer! Consider something new as it approaches the end of the warranty. Very spacious interior (long boards fit inside)! Great for traveling students. Needs more reliable parts inside and out; very flimsy. Dashboard comes unglued, interior trunk latch doesn't work well, sits rather low to the ground, bolts welding to axle in wheels, okay gas per mile, several blinds, paint is thin, handles great on curves...
Favorite Features
Spacious interior, plenty of hiding spaces, impressive exterior design, fun to drive fast in, ok sound system, ok comfort.
Suggested Improvements
Quality of its parts, higher off the ground, sit higher up inside the car, better gas per mile, more comfortable seats
really reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 6 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Kia Spectra 4 Dr GS Sedan
Review
I had this car for 6 years now, it has 100,000 miles on it. I drive 40 miles a day to work. Not one thing has gone wrong with it, I mean nothing. The only time it's in the garage is for maintenance. I can't complain of anything mechanical. What a great price - had it paid off in two years. Great gas mileage too.
Favorite Features
Reliability, room and cargo room.
Suggested Improvements
Cheap interior and the horn sounds too happy when you beep at someone. Also the seats could be a little bit more cushioned.
Don't buy a Kia
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 2 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 2 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
2000 Kia Spectra 4 Dr GSX Sedan
Review
Buying this Kia was the worst mistake I ever made in buying a car. The problems started right from the beginning. The inside trunk release has never worked from the start. After several attempts it was never fixed. From there things were down hill; outside car parts like the weather seal around the back window melted and shrunk. The inside dashboard is coming unglued and the front of the dashboard is popping out. The seats are coming unsewn, the so called leather is not leather - it is wearing out. This list goes on and on.
Favorite Features
The car still runs.
Suggested Improvements
Start all over.
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