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Second owner, purchased with 50,000 miles on it
kimllopez, 02/20/2014
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Purchased this car in 2009 with 50,000 miles on the engine. With the bald tires on the car, it road like a roller coaster ride on the freeway. Purchased new tires and it drove almost 100% better. Replaced the entire radiator about 2 years later. Replaced the ball joint 6 months before that. Replaced the right passenger side head light about 5 times since we purchased the car, at some point it completely stopped working and my husband switched around the light from the brights to the regular headlight to salvage it. Parts are extremely hard to find for this car, we've usually have to purchase online and when we do find the part in store it is usually more expensive than say a honday or acura.
Solid so Far
deathsaid, 12/09/2012
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Our Spectra has 120, 000 miles on it and has been pretty reliable so far. I have it for the last 20K or so and before that my father-in-law owned it. It has gone through some brakes and needed some work to fix in the brake fluid system. Front brakes put off a lot of dirt, hubcaps are literally black at this point. All things considered this car has been great, not the sexiest car or most comfy (i am 6'6) but very dependable. Nothing fancy or flashy about it but it gets from point A to point B.
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Cheap used car, wouldn't buy new
Kia Driver, 03/16/2010
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I find this to be a decent used car for someone just learning to drive or looking for nothing more than point A to point B transportation. It's been pretty reliable although when things do break, they are expensive to repair. Many parts have to be ordered from Korea and it's hard to find a mechanic that will work on them. Very difficult to work on yourself as well. The "little things" like interior trim and such start falling apart around 50k miles though. By 87K the dash was warped, interior trim always falling off, drivers seat no longer went back, and power windows only worked sometimes. The drive train itself is fairly reliable though.
Love my Kia!
kiersten565, 07/10/2012
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I've been driving my Kia for almost four years now, it was used as my dad's commuter car. I now have 220,000 miles on it and still going strong! Tires have been replaced, along with a new fuel filter and occasional oil changes and tire rotations but nothing major. I put almost 100 miles on it a day and it has great gas mileage. I'm so surprised at how long it's lasted for me. I will be very sad the day it gives up!
Worst car I've ever owned
lissal, 08/07/2013
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car new, and owned it for 5 years. In that time, I replaced the serpentine belt 3 times, the alternator once, the radiator twice (the replacement from the Kia garage had a hole in it, though it was supposedly a new part), and the alternator belt 4 times. The electrical system started acting wonky after three years, and after spending 2 months in the Kia garage, I got it back but the internal lights never worked after that. I cut my losses and gave the car to a friend, who told me that the engine died at 78,000 miles. I would never again buy a Kia.
Good deal.
braedyn, 04/26/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Don't pay attention to the editors. They think everyone can afford a BMW. I have a 2002 Spectra GS, with air, auto and a nice sounding cd player. With incentives, I paid less than $13000 for the car out the door. I've put over 18000 miles on the car and have not had a single problem. The car is comfortable to drive, handles quite well, and looks very nice inside and out. If you don't have alot of money to spend, but need a new car, I highly recommend looking into a Kia.
More than you'd think
mlerlie, 08/14/2007
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This was my first Kia. Bought it solely because it was the newest car with the best warranty I could afford. I drive a lot so a new car with warranty was critical. In the past 3 years I've put on over 75000 miles and have had to do very little maintenance. But I don't feel safe in it at all - the littlest gust of wind tosses it around - not fun on highways during blustery blizzards! I actually had a panic attack while driving it through the W.V. mountains (Talk about a very long trip!) I get about 31 mpg most of the time and with the miles I put on, that's a definite bonus.
Nothing but problems
msbolshevik, 04/19/2012
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 03 Spectra new from a dealer, and I have driven it for 9 years. When I drove off the lot, IT DIED at the 1st intersection. They had to replace the entire computer system because it was faulty. Luckily, that was covered under warranty, but everything that followed was not. The entire engine seized up for no reason about 3 months later. I had to replace the transmission within the first couple years (and then a second time about 3 more years down the road). There have been several other smaller issues, but these are the majors. I don't know why I kept it so long. I guess the last 3 years it was somewhat more dependable (because I had replaced everything inside)!
Good and cheap to fix if you Know
Antonio Colon, 11/15/2010
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We have it since new and i am a drummer and have to travel a lot in PR the only problem that i had with it was the window that broke the power window cable and a small damage on the material of the seats that is weak.but for the rest is ok.
Dont buy this car
Harald Wheeler, 07/07/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a cheap car. And I found it. My friends said pay just a little more and buy the Hyundai Elantra. I wish I would have listened. This car has been in the shop twice a month for check engine lights, stalling when hot, broken window regulator and shuddering when braking. The resale is not too far off from being a write off. I am going to bite the bullet and get rid of it first chance.
fun new car experience
duane.p, 01/18/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Ive owned one other new car A 1997 mazda protage and and was disapointed with the mazda before the new car smell was gone. the kia spectra is a better car as far as Im concerned I felt scared at 80 mph in the mazda but the kia Ive had to 105 mph and felt safe the mazda got poor mpg until 13,000 miles the kia has been very good on gas 28mpg to 33mpg from day one 87 miles on odometer and $7600 less.
Cheap and reliable
Andrew Dietz, 05/27/2008
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I put almost 120,000 miles on this car before I traded it in for my new car (not a Kia). The price was cheap and for the cost, the car ran pretty reliably. I never had any major repairs needed - just normal maintenance stuff like the timing belt. The brake systems needed a LOT of repairs over the years though. I had to replace rotors with every set of brakes and I had the brake calipers replaced once as well. I was told it was due to Kia's "small parts". The car was fun to drive, and I felt like I could drive rough with it when I needed to and it would hold up well. It blows around a little too much in the wind though. I did find the seats very uncomfortable, though.
Bad credit but I'm driving a new car.
Silky99x, 06/28/2003
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I was skeptical at first about buying a Kia but it's an OK Car. Using premium gasoline I got 205 miles to 1/4 tank. If you run the A/C it drinks gas like vrazy. My co-workers talk about how cheap Kia's are but at least I'm driving a new car. Although, one co-worker said, it's good quality with low price. It's growing on me.
KIA Spectra
Robin Skipper, 05/26/2009
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car has been a nuisance since I bought it. I liked the look of it but I wish the people who sold it to me were a bit more honest. I think it had been in an accident and they didn't tell me. It was not detailed very well. The car itself has been nothing but trouble. I have put quite a bit of money into it. I will have it paid for in Oct. However, it now needs a catalytic converter. It's time to get rid of it. I hope I can get a decent price as I do not want a car payment. Thank you
Love my Spectra
mikewilks52, 06/25/2012
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2003 Spectra used, it had 120,000 miles on it when i bought it. It now has 171,674 miles on it. Have only had to replace the water pump. Runs great, drives great. Have never had a problem with it. Keep up your maintance and i've heard it's nothing to get 500,000+ miles on a KIA.. Love my Spectra.. My next purchase will be a KIA Soul.. Very happy with KIA's.
Mountain man
Matt, 02/25/2016
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I had a 2003 Kia spectra and I drove up Tennessees tallest mountain with it. There were no other cars on the road and I think it took me an hour to get up the mountain. I almost thought I was going to to have to turn back. I had my foot full th royal on the gas and she was doing 30 but she made it up the mountain. I was scared. And one time I lost the front bumper and she ran like a kitten. The Japanese make a really good car and they don't screw me by trying to put sythetic oil in my car. I hate my 2003 Volkswagen all I've done since I had it is repair it.
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Depends on how you treat it
travisp11, 06/05/2007
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have had our Spectra for almost four years now and the only major problem we had it in for was the throttle position sensor. Yeah, it took four return trips to the dealership (175 miles away, ouch!) but eventually the throttle body was replaced under warranty. Honestly, if you follow routine service and don't treat it like a red-neck stepchild, you should get many years of good use out of it, just like any other car.
Great car
Robert Huffman, 04/16/2010
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best car have owned, first and only repair one coil burn out, 700 dollar repair, but this is first spent on car ever, other than regular maintenance
Built on Monday after beer blitz?
BBBBombshell, 02/11/2006
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is my 2nd Kia. The car is fun to drive and has actually held up pretty well for a car of its price range. However, this baby was in the shop 8 times for a throttle problem. The first 7 times they said the problem was the throttle positioning sensor and it was replaced, reset etc. We were fairly irate because they would reset the sensor and it would be fine for about 3 weeks then it would have no power at all and I was getting 14 mpg - yep I said 14! Finally, they changed the whole throttle body and components. We also lost a bolt out of the flywheel, and they had to remove a chunk of foam from the back door so we could roll down the window.Tomorrow I am buying a Ford! Seriously!
Kia Spectra a good car
dkrosell, 06/05/2008
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having previously owned several Toyota Camrys, we were surprised to find the Kia Spectra so reliable. We never had to have it repaired - only maintenance in the 5 years we owned.
Good and Bad
susiebelle, 12/17/2008
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Car is cute, gets great gas mileage. I bought my car new. Had to change the tires by 30K Replaced brake pads and rotors twice. Replace battery. Driver side locks broken & sometimes won't unlock and I have to crawl through the passenger side. Driver side window roller broke, Alternator going out. Problem with steering system. Hatchback cover broke within a week. Rear window brake light is falling apart from sun damage (I live in Indiana & typically don't have this problem). Brake lights are a pain to change..have to remove whole back panel of car. Very lightweight car and blows around on windy day
Yet another big mistake
dswanson1, 04/11/2013
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought it and withing 3 months had to put a new transmission into it. That was under 100000 miles. It has been back into the shop 6 more times so far and we are only at 106000 miles. Nothing but issues left and right. Everything seems to break. Unfortunately we financed and are stuck with it for the next 2 years.
The worse vehicle I have ever owned
silky99x, 12/20/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I mistakenly gave this vehice a good rating back in June 2003. Now just 6 months later, I'm about to take it in for a warranty repair for the 2nd time. The brake Master Cylinder went bad in NOV 2003. Now the Power Steering unit is leaking. So far, all is covered under the warranty. I gave the local service center a poor rating since it took them 4 days to get and replace the Master Cylinder. They told me to take my care somewhere else in the future to get warranty work. How bad can a major car dealer be. The worse. Never again, will I buy a Kia. I should have stuck with a Toyota.
KIA Spectra GSX : A Pleasant Surprise
EarlA, 11/14/2002
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased a 2003 for my daughter, who was moving to Arizona. She flew out, but I drove the KIA, hatch loaded to the gills and a fully-stuffed roof carrier, 2500 miles from NJ to AZ, averaging 31 MPG at speeds of 70-80 MPH. Had to downshift a few times going over the Continental Divide, but generally the power was adequate. I think the 2003 model has more torque than the 2002. The car was comfortable, too. Only request would be for a little more "grunt" from the AM side of the AM/FM/CD player; max volume was overwhelmed by road noise at 70 MPH! The hatchback design is very versatile. Car has performed flawlessly so far.
Spectra GSX
AAS51506, 07/27/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just brought a Kia Spectra GSX and I am so far satisfied with it. It didn't cost much and there are a lot of bells and whistles for its low price. Don't be fooled your getting into a cheap car if you buy one. The handleing is superb, very quiet cab, and an incredibly smooth ride.
Green lemon on the road.
lemonowner, 07/29/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purshased my Kia on June 1, 2003and it has been in the shop four times already. This is the worst car I have even own, drove or even been in because it is a brand new car and has so many different problems including but not limited to poor gas mileage, water pump, radiator pump going and a few more problems.
great cars
Theo Hughes, 08/01/2003
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this is a great car
Good Car
kiadriver21, 07/24/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought the Kia Spectra a couple of months ago and I love it. It is comfortable for both me and my husband to drive and he is a foot taller than me. The review for this car states that it has poor brakes but I have not found this to be the case. Maybe it is made a little cheap, but you get what you pay for - I couldn't ask more paying only 11k for it after the 2k rebate. It has thoughtful features and an excellent warranty.
Fell apart (& short of expectations)
pfft, 02/16/2010
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Spectra used with about 100,000 miles on it and put 80,000 on it before the transmission completely blew (more expensive to fix than the KBB on the car). The seats were really uncomfortable and it wasn't good for long trips because the steering wheel couldn't be adjusted so it touched my knees the entire time. Little things started breaking (both sun visors fell off, the weather stripping completely dropped off two windows, all but one speaker blew out, heat/air conditioning issues, glove compartment latch broke, dome light switch got touchy, etc). The oil changes were nearly impossible to do at home due to inaccessible location of oil drain. The car only lived for 6 years total.
Satified Mom
Lynn Green, 08/24/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Even though I just purchased the car. I thought that the ride was comfortable and it handled it self good on the road. It is a good car if you don't have a lot to spend but you want something reliable with a excellent warrenty.
Great Value
Jae Kim, 08/04/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just picked up this car. Engine is a little weak but what do you expect out of a economy car? Its fine with the 5 speed. The shifter is a little hard but I'm sure once I put miles on it, it will smooth out. Great car for a first time buyer. And great price. Paid $8200 cash with rebates and loyalty rebates. There is even a military rebate. Second Kia (first one a sedona, great minivan) and I'm loving them both.
sAFE & ECONOMICAL
smulvey, 08/31/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
THIS CAR HAS PERFORMED WELL.IT IS ABOUT 300 LBS HEAVIER THAN THE SATURN SL IT REPLACED. IT FEELS IT. WHILE A LITTLE SLOWER TO ACCELERATE, THAT EXTRA POUNDS ADDS UP TO BIG SAFETY IF YOU LOOK AT PHOTOS OF WRECKED SATURNS AND WRECKED SPECTRA AT THE IIHS WEBSITE. WE LIKE THE SPECTRA A LOT. THE CAR HAS HAD NO SERIOUS FLAWS
OH YA BABY!!!!
tw5051, 11/19/2002
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
my last car was a sephia i needed an automatic...will always recomend a KIA.
my kia
cindy medlin, 09/04/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I got my first NEW car last week. I hadn't planned on getting one but due to the wonderful price and style of the car I couldn't say no. The salesperson was so helpful and was able to answer all of my questions. I plan on my next car being a kia also.
Good car for small budget
Luthy, 11/28/2002
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I really like the way the engine accelorates. I have been having fun racing other people in much faster cars. People are so surprised when I keep at least a whole car length ahead of them for a quarter mile. The high red line sure helps out a lot.The fit and finish is just about par. You will see better in a Honda or Toyota. I think that this is a wonderful car for $13,000 loaded.We will see how it lasts.
Good Disposable Car
vader716, 09/07/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was putting a $100 here and a $100 there fixing my old 92 escort. Kia ran a special buy one get one free or one for 50% off. I decided to pick one up for a daily commuter. I paid $8200 +taxes and tags and have been very happy so far. It is a great little car for commuting. Nothing special nothing terrible. I'd buy it again. Heck $130 a month for a brand new car? Can't beat it. I'll run it into the ground and then get rid of it.
Perfect and Light on the Wallet
Little Red, 09/09/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am very pleased with my new Kia.I went to other name brand dealers,and was not happy with what they offered at the pice and payments that fit me.The dealership people were great,friendly and a very at home feeling.I will tell all my friends about my car and it's people,who stand behind their product 100 percent and the people who buy them.
The car has a perfect power/weight ratio
kia_owner, 07/17/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is great for a daily driver and its power to weight ratio is great and its not that expensive! I drive one and its a great zippy little car with a 5 speed have not driven an automatic one. It comes with the 10/100,000 powertrain warranty because its hyundai's brother and it doesnt seem to stress the engine at all bringin the rpms to the 7000 range which is nice the transmission seems to be great I think you did a good job on this Kia
Impressed
Happy KIA owner, 01/06/2003
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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 cant be beat for the price I paid. Finally, I have to say that if youre looking for a car and you dont at least test drive the KIA you get what you deserve
new car
bill m, 07/20/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
my girlfreind and i seen an ad for kia with 2500 rebate and decided to check it out and to my surprise came away impressed love the body style but most of all what really convinced me was the warranty
Kia Spectra - So far so good
padrig, 08/06/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as an inexpensive alternative to other models in its class. The car lacks power in acceleration when using the airconditioner. The engine runs well and gets somewhere in the high 20's to low 30's on the highway and mid 20's in the city. I am satisfied with the overall performance of my car, but I have only owned it for about a month. So far so good!
Go have 10 root canals!
dean_o, 04/01/2011
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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!
very nice are for the price
darkdrone, 09/03/2003
2003 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought my first new car a month ago and it was the 03 kia. I have really enjoyed driving it and not to mention what i am paying for it was also very nice of the wallet.
Five years later!
lovemykia!, 11/12/2008
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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"
bad car
furball, 09/22/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought our spectra in january 2003.we have had nothing but problems with it this is the list of problems we have had.(the tires were bad, the sterio didnt work,paint is peeling,front seat broke,glovebox was broke,mirrors broke,gas tank recall,check engine light the car shakes when we get to a certain speed) There is No room in the car for any thing i would not buy another spectra.
4 OC/7yrs
Gen, 05/25/2010
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
kia's are more impresive from 02 to 03
renee , 01/28/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
I love this econbox that rides like air
Michael Easton, 09/27/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
No complaints---steering wheel is too ruberry, but wheel cover (9.95) fixed that. Also too plain, but $175.00 wood kit fixed that. Rides like a luxury sedan. Rides nice at 78-90 mph unlike a small car--the gas milage is unbelievable, this car does not know how good it is, for such little money
spectra
matt haynes, 09/28/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is nice for an economy car. The thing it needs the most is a bigger motor for trying to pass somebody.
A very good car
Clark A. Nichols, 02/04/2003
2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Last year I bought a new 2002 Rio and I found that I loved the car, only I wanted something that had a automatic shift. I turned in the Rio and bought a 2003 Spectra. I have been very pleased with the car's ability to keep up with other cars twice the price. My Spectra is fully loaded with just about everything a person could ask for. I like the fast response I get from a four cylender, as good as any car on the road. I have driven the car to Tucson, Arizona which is only a six hundred mile trip each way, but the car didn't disappoint me in it's preformance. I love the car as well if not more than The Rio that I first had.