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Used 2003 Kia Spectra Consumer Reviews

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Happy KIA owner, 01/06/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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Having owed several makes and models of cars that fall into the same category as this KIA, I have to say that KIA is the best hands down. The features are arranged comfortably and ergonomically. The power and punch at take off is impressive and the warranty can’t be beat for the price I paid. Finally, I have to say that if you’re looking for a car and you don’t at least test drive the KIA you get what you deserve

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Five years later!

lovemykia!, 11/12/2008
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car new in 2003 and I still love it! One review said it doesn't have child locks, but it does! Only a couple repairs and this car has been driven to death with very little maintenance. Had to take it to the dealer early on, forget what it was for but they fixed it at no charge. At 100K mi I just replaced the belt. It's needed five or six new headlights, brake pads at 60-70K, a new battery earlier this year, and only fully replaced tires once for wear. And my sun visor is broken. The car sucks up gas with the AC on high, even on the highway. Other than that, no trouble whatsoever and I give it a dependable rating of "10"

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1.25 out of 5 stars

Go have 10 root canals!

dean_o, 04/01/2011
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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This was the most painful vehicle I have ever owned. We bought it used, and with in the first month had to have 2 transmissions put in. What kind of car needs that? The interior is just an awful design. The alternator went 3 times! The front wheel mounts on both sides were shot. The seat belt buckle broke, come one. The cruise control worked went it wanted too. And for 3 years the check engine light was on and after numerous checks by mechanics no one could get it to turn off and stay off. If you have a choice of someone giving you a Kia Spectra or having to pay for 10 root canals... take the root canals!

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4.25 out of 5 stars

4 OC/7yrs

Gen, 05/25/2010
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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I have had this car for almost 7 years now and have actually only changed the oil 4 times. (Yes I know very stupid.) But here is the cool thing, it still runs great. I just hit 100,000 miles and no major problems. Have to change the headlights about every 6 months and the AC has a mind of its own but other then that really dependable.

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5 out of 5 stars

kia's are more impresive from 02 to 03

renee , 01/28/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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The kia spectra that i own now is being very good to me I have had no problems with it and when I purchase another vehicle I plan to purchase a kia optima sev6 only because I have four daughters and a wife so if you are in the market for a vehicle that is good on gas and reliable and has the biggest warrenty. If you think that kia is crap think again. They would not be able to stay in business if they always were brakeing down. Look at the quality workmanship that went into the new sorento and the price what more can you ask for and why would you.

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