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Used 2005 Kia Spectra Sedan Consumer Reviews

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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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4.75 out of 5 stars

My Kia

Ms. Amy, 08/16/2005
2005 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I did not think this car would fit my needs but me and my son are having fun with it and it is very good on GAS. As we all know how expensive it is to fill up a tank now. This car is excellent for a college student, it's roomy and has a nice size trunk. I am very happy with my Kia.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Gerald Sewell, 01/13/2005
2005 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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It has been a great car for the price.

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5 out of 5 stars

I'm Loving It

trisha, 10/10/2005
2005 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Was shopping for a car for about 4 months. Never really paid much attention to the Spectra. Was looking at Toyota and VW and Honda. I fell in love with this car. My husband has an Accord, loves my car better. Both cars are garage kept and when my car is parked in the garage beside his, it doesn't even look like a compact car. I would recommend this car to anyone not just first time buyers. Because I'm not a first time buyer and I will get another Kia when it is time for another one. Now my husband wants a Kia. And you get all of that bang for your buck. So get it now before Kia realizes they are giving away too much.

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4 out of 5 stars

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justen, 10/12/2005
2005 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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All around good commuter; you're not going to win any car shows but you know you'll get to work on time and might even have some fun doing so.

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