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4.38 out of 5 stars

Happy Spectrater

jacob, 07/25/2005
2005 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought the EX version on July 5th. Price $12,200 with alloy wheels and floor mats. Overall I am pleased with it. Things I don’t like are fuel mileage. Not very good for a small car. Average around 25 combined and 27 highway only. Front seats are tiring for a long drive as there is no thigh support. Plus if you are tall or have long feet this is not your car. Interior is pleasant and quiet. Engine is mostly smooth once you are up speed. Tire noise is noticeable. The seats are comfy -- thigh support. Keyless entry is a great option and the remote trunk is great. Haven’t had any mechanical problems then again I had only for 3 weeks.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Kia Pet

srm858, 07/26/2005
2005 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have not driven the car for too many miles yet, but it does handle well, great A/C, excellent mileage, very roomy interior. I bought it for a winter car while my Mazda RX8 sits in the garage. It's no RX8, but it will hold my bike and go through the snow, which were my primary requirements. The price was very reasonable at $12,500 and I like the look. Just hope it holds up as well as our old '92 Saturn which still looked and ran great after 12 years and 175,000 miles.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good deal, great car, terrible mileage

skk5635, 08/11/2005
2005 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Mileage on highway on my last trip was 24 mpg! OUCH. Everything else about the care I love.

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5 out of 5 stars

Better than expected

erns, 01/22/2008
2005 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Have just over 22,000 miles and the cars still feels solid, no rattles. 29 mpg in mixed driving!

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5 out of 5 stars

Very Pleased, Fun to Drive

Happy Camper, 07/28/2010
2005 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought my 2005 Spectra SX Feb. 2006, I've been very pleased with this little car. Maintenance low. Everyone at the dealership is great. I am very pleased with the performance and looks of the car. I get a lot of comments how cute or cool it looks. I love this car. It's my third Kia. I would definitely buy another Kia.

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