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Used 2005 Kia Spectra Sedan Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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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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4.75 out of 5 stars

New Spectra = Great purchase!

SpectraMan, 02/01/2005
2005 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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This is my first foreign car, and so far the experience has been very positive. My car has performed flawlessly during the first 6 months / 7k miles, and I have had only one minor repair made to the LED 3rd brake light. So far I am very pleased with my Spectra, and have made that known on the Edmunds forums.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Korean Works

benji1, 03/28/2006
2005 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall quality rating = excellent. Fit and finish surpasses any of the big 3 by miles. Have convinced 2 neighbors to investigate Kia models to suit their needs. Had fuel consumption problems at the outset; these have been resolved with the help of both the dealer and Kia Canada.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

not bad

listed, 04/07/2006
2005 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Overall good. Good noise reduction. Good build quality. EXTREMELY poor FUEL ECONOMY -- only about 26 on the highway and 21 in city. Radio stinks.

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