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4.38 out of 5 stars

Kia Spectra5

KentuckyRanger, 08/05/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased the Spectra 5 about 2 months ago and so far the car has performed excellent. The performance is what you'd expect from a 2L 4 cylinder engine but as far as the drivetrain, everything runs smooth as silk. The power band of the engine is quite linear and the transmission shifts are smooth and precise. It's taken about 4k miles for the millage to come up and so far with about 5k miles it's averaging 31 mpg, not too bad. The ride is superb and the noise level rivals much bigger luxury cars as well. If you close your eyes while riding down the interstate you'd swear you where in a much bigger car. The Spectra 5 also has a stout secure feel to it while driving, very solid with excellent feedback.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Ya gotta love it!

KRZAN, 02/08/2009
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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My wife drives 25000 miles per year. We are about to head back to our KIA dealer and trade the 06’ we bought new for a new 09’ We have 75000 miles on our Spectra EX. It has been the most reliable, trouble free vehicle we have ever operated. We replaced brakes one time, tires one time, and of course, oil changes at every 3000 miles. Ya gotta love it!

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5 out of 5 stars

A Great Car

GK, 08/23/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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The vehicle is quiet, roomy and comfortable. People cannot believe that it is a Kia. It drives like a much more expensive vehicle and is economical on fuel. Highly recommended!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Deal

Jim, 11/22/2005
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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What a car for the money. If you are looking for a quality car at a affordable price this is it. Very comfortable ride and the interior design is great; ample leg and head room front and back. With the standard safety features and options this vehicle comes with for the price it is the best on the market and that's not even mentioning the standard warranty you get at no charge. If this vehicle is a consideration I do suggest going with the SX model. Many more options for not a lot more money. The '06 has a much improved sound system and power is plenty, cruises like a dream on the highway.

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5 out of 5 stars

Look out Toyota and Honda

Tango6, 12/24/2009
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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My wife bought this car just before we got married. I have owned a few Hondas and Toyotas in my lifetime. After researching Kia, I felt it would be an OK car. Now 77,000 miles later, we have had no mechanical problems and the car still gets better than 30 MPG. It easily made 4 trips from Columbus, GA to El Paso, TX. The wife uses to go to work every day(12 miles one way) and for all of her shopping needs. We occasionally make weekend trips of about 400 mile. Overall this car has impressed me. It's not the fun driving car my Audi is, but it doesn't have that price tag either. Only normal maintenance and a set of brakes and tires at this point.

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