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What Edmunds Says

With its lengthy equipment list, high-quality interior and better-than-average performance, the Spectra sedan and hatchback are an excellent low-cost alternative to a Honda Civic or Toyota Matrix.

Pros

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

Cons

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

Available Spectra Sedan Models

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LX

  • 2.0L 4-cyl. engine 
  • Manual transmission 
  • Up to 22 cty/31 hwy mpg 
  • Side/Curtain Airbags 

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EX

  • 2.0L 4-cyl. engine 
  • Manual transmission 
  • Up to 22 cty/31 hwy mpg 
  • Side/Curtain Airbags 

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Used TMV from $4,583

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SX

  • 2.0L 4-cyl. engine 
  • Manual transmission 
  • Up to 22 cty/31 hwy mpg 
  • Side/Curtain Airbags 

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Available Spectra Wagon Models

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Spectra5

  • 2.0L 4-cyl. engine 
  • Manual transmission 
  • Up to 22 cty/31 hwy mpg 
  • Side/Curtain Airbags 

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2005 Kia Spectra

What's New for 2005

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.

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