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Spectra's are POS
pizz, 03/09/2004
2002 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Spectra in July of 2003. I have had so many things wrong with it since I got it. Right now my clear coat is coming off my car. They are not a good car in the winter because they are so lite. The total amount of time I have taken my car in to get fix in the short time that I have had this car is seven. They might have a good warrenty on it but they wouldn't need to if they made a good car. I know many other people who own a 2002 Spectra and one had to but a new motor in it at 44,000 miles and another one has to get a transmission in the car. No wonder why these cars are cheap.
Aching back
mark chrisopher, 08/17/2004
2002 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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The "adjustable" seats are very uncomfortable. An 'extended drive' (30+min) leave my back aching. The seat belt buckle digs into my thigh. The plastic interior is shoddy. The car never settles into 5th gear but keeps on winding...very irritating.
2002 Kia Spectra for sale near you
2 of 2 listings
- Base SedanMSRP: $6,5231,307 mi away
- FOR PARTS OR OFF ROAD ONLYMSRP: $9902,142 mi away
Kia vs Honda
Ukraine, 03/08/2003
2002 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I researched for 5 mos.I wanted a Honda Civic. And was able to buy the Kia GSX with all of the same features for $3,600 less! Gas mileage exceeds what they post. In town I can get up to 29mpg. On the hwy have even gotten up to 33 mpg! I get loads of compliments and questions on it. Some people think it's a BMW, with its styling.Terrific driving performance.
Spectra -economy and practicality
spectra owner, 04/05/2004
2002 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought the car in late 2001, it is my first new vehicle. At the time I was a single mom carting around two boys and all of their junk as well, the car has been reliable and who would not love the 10 yr. warranty. The only problem I have had lies in the hatch release, it works sometimes other times it jams completely. It has been serviced twice relating to this issue and continues to be a problem. All in all I am very happy with the Spectra, it was in my price range and has served me well.
basic transportation
beauty, 04/26/2002
2002 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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basic car to get from point a to b. Don't expect much and you won't be disappointed.