Used 2004 Kia Spectra Consumer Reviews
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Kia Spectra is Great!
wa_wabbit, 01/25/2004
2004 Kia Spectra LS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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While my Kia is small, it is big on style, mileage, handling, safety, and fun-ability! The buying experience was first-class, and the warranty is unbeatable! The only thing I can find wrong with my Spectra, is that the front seat safety belts are tight on the hips. Other than that, I have absolutely no complaints for this entry- level car! It's an extremely user- friendly auto!
I Didn't Like It
friendstiltheend, 06/21/2004
2004 Kia Spectra GS 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
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this car had little seats and was not the car i thought it was when i bought it. I thought it was a pretty color and thats about all. It was, in all, reliable, but it did not give me the feeling of safty when i drove it on the high way.
Overall pleased.
kiaveteran, 09/01/2008
2004 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car when I was driving a predominantly city commute, and the gas mileage was rather disappointing (no higher than 29, mostly 25-27). However, I've moved, and I have a more rural cruising commute, and gas mileage has gone up to 30-32. Nice comfort, interior and storage space for a small car, and reliability has been excellent. I get in, and it starts up the first time every time. A little too much lean in the corners with any semblance of speed, but a comfy ride. A great commuter car, and the safety features are a class above the price class. Kia is worth checking out, and it seems the word is getting out about that.
Better Than You'd Think
Vince Lucero, 02/02/2005
2004 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Traded my car in for this car. Very Happy that I did it. Great on gas, excellent handling. Can't beat the price and warranty for this type of car. All I have to say is that before you go and buy a Honda, Toyota look into this. I believe you'll be satisfied.
21 year old who's content
Jeffd5151, 06/26/2004
2004 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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as my first "real" car, I was quite pleased with not only the purchase, but the actual car itself; I'm 21,which means I like fast. I got it. I'm 21, which means I like safety, I got 6 air bags, and side impact bars. I'm 21, and I love my car. It's stable in the wind, (upwards of 50mph winds today in austin,tx) and the design rolls the rain right off; no fear of water spots. fun to drive, weather it's my friends, or (gasp) my family.