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Used 2003 Kia Spectra Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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Jilly O, 02/15/2007
2003 Kia Spectra GSX 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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My first car. About $7500 at a Ford dealership. To work, to school, to play, it gets you there comfortably and in style. It isn't just a tool of transportation, it's a great ride. I'm 18 and as a first car, I am impressed. Only one blind spot (on every car) and great handling. I honestly love my little Kia and get compliments on it. For a small car, there is a ton of room (unlike Honda Civic coupe). Haven't had an engine problem at 60,000 miles. Kia isn't "established" so my insurance was a pain to get. Recommended for teens or first purchase.

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3 out of 5 stars

Well, it wasn't expensive

Bexley, 05/14/2007
2003 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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For an inexpensive car, the reliability has been outstanding, but over time the "little" things have crept up. Seat(s) have become rather uncomfortable, wind noise is more pronounced, and now a disconcerting noise is coming from the front end, as if a strut is loose ore something. Also, little bits of trim have fallen off, but mechanically, only the brakes have been replaced, at 55,000 mi. I might keep it longer if it weren't becoming so unpleasant to sit in for more than 1/2 hour or so.

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