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Great affordable, reliable car.
shellbee3, 11/30/2014
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
22 of 22 people found this review helpful
I purchased my car last year with 86,000 miles on it. I now have 100,500 miles on it and it's doing great. I took this car on a 2,000 mile road trip in the summer and my Spectra did fine. I do have to say that one con for this car is that it does not get up to speed very quickly on the highway. When I try to accelerate the engine feels weak and buzzy; it gets pretty loud and I don't go much faster. Beside that, it's a reliable car that gets me to and from work and around town with no problem. I get about 30 MGH combined city/highway. The interior is very roomy and comfortable even with five people seated. The trunk is deep which is awesome for travel. Overall a great, reliable car.
And we just keep rollin...
jenners1, 11/16/2014
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
45 of 47 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2006 kia spectra brand new with 53 miles on it. I change the oil every 4000 miles, change the transmission fluid every 80,000 miles. I didn't have to put new brakes on until 120,000 miles. At 150,000 miles I had her tuned up. I decided at 185,00 miles I should put new belts on it. The check engine light came on at around 85000 miles still under warranty took in for new O2 sensor. The check engine light came back on just after 100,000 miles and its been on ever since, sooner or later its gotta burn out right? still waiting for that but she runs like the day I bought it. We are currently at 265000 miles and still rolling
2006 Kia Spectra EX
dooscoop32, 08/15/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Having had an assortment of problems with a previous American car, we decided to look at the Korean Kia Spectra EX. Wow, were we ever pleasantly surprised. This is a great little car. The doors close solidly with a click. The engine cranks quickly and is eerily quiet for a small car. Power is more than adequate for our intended use. Seating position and comfort are outstanding. The power options list for this car is lengthy including power, heated mirrors, power windows and locks, trunk release, tilt wheel, rear defroster, CD stereo, A/C, keyless remote entry and more! The build quality feels first-class. This car is an absolute pleasure to own. And the gas mileage is great too!
Used But Loved
Paul Callaway, 03/01/2015
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2006 Kia Spectra SX used about 2 years ago and after a rough beginning fixin issues left by the former owner I've really come to enjoy this car. The SX wheels, suspension and body are a plus over the other models and considering it's a compact car it has plenty of interior room, a nice size trunk and more than enough umph to get around. If I keep a light foot on the pedal I can get MPGs in the mid to high 20's with mixed driving
Love my Kia!!!
Kia girl, 10/03/2021
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2006 Spectra brand new and 262000 miles she is still going.. I have had to do very little to the car and she still sounds great. She's been all over the country. My travel companion and has never left me stranded!!!
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Never had a problem
christinea, 10/31/2012
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I loved this car. I had it for 5 years, and I never had ANY issues. I did have to take off the front spoiler because it scraped on the driveway. I never had any work done on it in 5 years (other than oil/brakes/tires). I averaged 25 mpg till the last day. I was in an accident on the highway at lower speed, and the airbag deployed right away, BUT my head never hit ANYTHING. I came out 99% okay, just some minor whiplash. I 100% recommend this car. Turns great, isn't very noisy, accelerates nicely, quality interior, efficient.
Still taking care of the family
wihz, 05/12/2020
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This was a sharp looking car when we got it and it still looks great. It was sporty and spacious enough to be practical for most trips and it took care of us everywhere we went. Mechanically it has really held up with very minor issues, most of which were handled easily with proper care and maintenance and a competent diy approach. We didn't think we'd actually see passing Kia's 10 year 100,000 mile warranty but it has certainly earned top marks in that regard. And performance-wise the engine still feels solid and responsive. Of course that's only going based off how well it's been maintained, so ymmv. If you want a car to last you have to take care of it, right? 14 years and still taking care of the family :)
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7 years & 90k miles- still feels like new!
pakialover, 04/02/2013
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I drive about 12k miles/year with a good mix of city and highway. I have had no maintenance issues with this car whatsoever. I just do the regularly scheduled preventative maintenance and that's it. I sometimes forget I bought this car way back in 2006. It still feels brand-new after all this time. American car companies could learn a thing or two about quality from Kia. I will be a Kia customer for life, for sure.
Still an excellent car
Ralph T, 01/31/2016
2006 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought mine in Feb, 2006 based on looks and value not knowing at that time how wonderful this car would turn out . It has been a pure pleasure to own I have kept up on the scheduled maintenance and this car has turned out to be the most reliable vehicle I've ever owned flat out. It is part of the family It will be hard someday to give her up. My Spectra 5 has 76xxx miles and still going stong, only problem I had in nearly 10yrs of ownership was the air condition fan going out and I replaced my self for 80 bucks...thats it no other problem just breaks , oil, tires and 75,xxx miles I replaced the timing belt and fan belts , water pump, thermostat .it didnt need the water pump replaced anyways cause it would be some that would be need at a later date.save money on labor now.
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Better then those expensive cars
k1a4m3, 04/12/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I was very very skeptical about getting this car at first. I mean, come on. a KIA! But in the end I fell in love with it. The car is very good looking, but is obviously a carbon copy of the Civic, just park your next to one you WILL see it. Very well built, doors feel sturdy, everything feels well built and tight. There is no rattling at all even when going over hard bumps and potholes. The car feels very powerful, though not so much in 1st gear. I drive with a lot of friends in the car to classes and it still feel very strong with 4 grown men in the car. It is very very very quiet on the highway even when hitting speeds of 80 mph, where most cars get the windy noise.
Great used car
Simon, 10/05/2019
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Got this car as my first car 7 years ago with 70k miles on it. Currently it has 160k of mostly rough city driving and is doing great! It may not be the fanciest, fastest, or sexiest car but it gets the job done. The car has been dead reliable and easy to fix. The only time I've brought it to a shop is for tires. I've changed fluids, belts, brakes, spark plugs, etc. In my driveway with basic tools. Only serious part to fail was the alternator and that was replaceable with a metric socket set and 2 hours of time. The highway ride is surprisingly smooth and quiet and you can fit a lot in the hatch with the seats folded down. Great first car or reliable commuter
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Second time around!
Franco, 06/28/2022
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Had to buy this car (my second car ever, hence the review title) after the previous Pontiac G6 I owned ran into transmission issues and worsening EVAP issues. This Kia Spectra is a slightly smaller, yet way more maneuverable car than the previous one. Way more affordable on gas, capable of cruising the highway and the pothole filled streets of Philly alike. Given it's a used car, there are slight issues (driver inside door handle needs replacing, and I need to possibly check the timing belt). Having said that, I've owned this for a week and a half as of this review and i can tell you there are significantly less issues. Oh and it had relatively low mileage at time of purchase (100,693)! Solid 4 banger car and proof that Kia makes good cars!
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Economy Does Have To Be Uncomfortable
goldenauragirl, 10/18/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was used to a 6 cylinder and expected the car to be a lot less peppy. I was pleasantly surprised. I drove the 2 smallest cars from every Japanese and Korean automaker before I settled on this car. I found the interior of the Kia to be very comfortable.
Longevity
Yomi, 02/13/2019
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
A car with longevity. You are going to drive this car for years with any major mechanical problems. Affordable, last long, and overall a great car longetivity
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Great little car
Bunny67, 11/19/2017
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this for my daughter as a first car and she loves it. Runs great, very nice interior for the price....nicer than I expected. I’m very impressed.
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Excellent
huffette, 04/04/2009
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my kia in 2006, new. I loved the way it drove, and with the manual transmission, I managed to get 40 miles per gallon with it. I loved the way it handled and the horse power I got from it. I had no problems getting up to speed with it, and I had no service issues with it. When I was rear ended in February, it was totaled by a Toyota Tundra, going 70 mph, and even the passenger compartment was protected. I didn't have any rear passengers, but after the way the car looked, if it had been another brand, I'm sure someone would have been hurt worse or even killed. I bought another spectra to replace it, and would gladly do it again.
I love my new car :-)
adamsmith2306, 10/27/2009
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I needed a safe, reliable, fuel efficient car, and needless to say I got it. I get about 33 mpg, great space for a small looking car. I have a black '06 spectra sx 5 speed stick shift, w/tinted windows, rims, and a spoiler. It looks very sporty. I love my car and would highly recommend it to all
1 week = My Life
Bill, 10/14/2005
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had my 2006 Spectra for about 1 week and owned it for 2 days. Lot of fun and will be buying a 2nd one. The first was rear ended at a full stop by a full size Cadillac at about 25 mph. May be totaled but the cabin interior withstood the impact. No gas leakage. The seat belts worked perfectly and the headrest really helped my neck and head. I really believe that if I had been in many other cars, I may not have been as lucky. The Caddy sustained major front end damage (radiator leak, engine damage, front quarter, etc.) so the impact was major. For a car its size and price, it is well constructed with safety in mind.
fun to drive, excellent rear headroom
Tim, 03/31/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
With the manual transmission, the Spectra5 is a fun car to drive, with decent acceleration & handling. (I thought the automatic was a little underpowered; maybe it just needed to be shifted into Low sometimes. But isn't the point of an automatic to do that automatically?) I ended up with power windows/locks (std), side air bags (std), ABS (opt), and sunroof (opt) for $1000 less than I'd have gotten another car for -- without those features. It's amazing how many cars I ruled out because of too little rear headroom (my son & I are both >6'); we both easily fit in the back of the Spectra5. (The headroom in the Spectra is the same, but I wanted something other than a basic 4-door sedan).
What a car
Steve, 09/14/2006
2006 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has a lot of pep and driving a 5 speed is great. Front has plenty of room and everything is easy to get to. Drove 110 miles before the gas gauge moved off full.
Fun to Drive!
Wayne, 10/24/2006
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Good PEP for a 4 cylinder. Exceptional handling around curves. Gas mileage isn't the greatest (31 MPG combined City/Hwy).
surprising comfort and value
N. Bowles, 09/04/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this for my job in sales as my Range Rover and F-150 were gas guzzlers. I own or have owned many nice vehicles including an 04 Range Rover, 04 Mercedes E-320 and 00 Corvette convertible. I expected to "tolerate" this for the sake of efficiency. How wrong I was. My initial drive left me speechless at the refinement,velvety switchgear, and quiet cabin at cruise. Engine thrashes a bit at 4K rpm but not excessively for a 4 cylinder. Once at highway speed, noise is nicely quelled and a pleasure to drive. Ergonomics are excellent and visibility is great. Peppy engine, great brakes, and agile handling make this a sleeper. You will not find more bang for the buck than this car.
Not what it is cracked up to be.
DH, 09/02/2006
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car has good gas mileage and average reliability for a car of this class. The quality is average to mid-low, except in the safety department where the car is excellent.
Loving It!
whatitis, 08/05/2008
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Bought it used a few days ago and I am very pleased. Just had my first child and wanted something economical at a good price and good on gas. Had 21,000 miles on it when purchased. I couldn't be more satisfied with the feel of the vehicle and comfort of my little one in the back with his car seat and the 3-point buckle system that keeps him safe. Found a very good car with all the extras included (ground effects, bug shield, tinted windows, power windows/locks, etc.) Absolutely love the sporty look and for the price it beats Mazda3, Suzuki Reno, and all the other guys. Most importantly still has all factory warranties included!!
wont get burned again
cobbra2000, 04/23/2010
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my spectra used with about 20,000 miles on it, so this reduced my warranty to 60,000. as soon as I hit about 70,000 it started to happen. My airbag light came on, check engine light, catalytic converter went out, and that is 800 dollars before installation, knocking on the front end, the motor has a bad knock, alternator, and a rear brake light that goes out once a week, and the cam shaft sensor, and crank sensor. This was the worst mistake of my life. First I would say do not buy a kia, and if you do, get rid of it before the warranty runs out. They sell it to you cheap and then stick it to you when it breaks down, what ever you get fixed will cost about a quarter of the car cost.
Happy Kia Owner
kia - loyal forever, 10/27/2008
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in my Ford Ranger for a smaller sedan-type car and was so surprised by the quality offered in my Spectra. I have owned it now for 2 years and never had one bit of trouble. It is beautiful and I laugh at how many people mistake it for a BMW when I first drive up! Side by side, they are very similar in looks! Dealership is awesome and I feel like I have joined the Kia family for life!!
love the car
green eyes, 04/18/2008
2006 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love this car. I was looking to get a car and trade in the car i was driving and kia was the only one that was willing to work around my budget. I fell in love with how nice and smooth it drives, i also love how easy the cruise is to use and the air conditioning really works i mean i get cold almost instantly when i turn it on.
Best Bang for Your Buck!
LR, 07/09/2007
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Kia Spectra5 is by far the best small wagon in its class. Great styling and looks, practical and fun. I love the way it handles - it turns on a dime. It's a zippy little wagon, with just enough get up and go. Excellent on gas mileage. Pretty good choice of exterior colors.
Price and warranty
Jim, 05/12/2007
2006 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have had it for 3 weeks. It's solidly built, feels planted on the road. Gas mileage just o.k., 34 once and 29 once. Only have 1400 miles on it. I like it. People need to realize it's an economy car. If you want all those gadgets so they can cause trouble for you, go pay 3-4 thousand more for a more upscale ride!
Kia Spectra LX 2006
Johnny Quest, 12/17/2006
2006 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Kia Spectra is a nice car at an excellent price. I chose this car over a Civic because of the price difference and I have no regrets. The car is fun to drive and the transmission shifts smoothly. The engine has plenty of power and is remarkably quiet when idling.
My Spec 5
therepokid, 05/15/2008
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my Spectra. I have done a couple of performance modifications to it and it will run with just about any other import on the road. I had a bad outlook on Kia in general when I bought it but it has changed my mind. It has been the best far I have ever owned. It has almost 50,000 miles on it an has never had to go to the dealer for service. Kia is coming up in the world.
Awesome Car
Paul in Hickory, NC, 05/19/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I really did a lot of homework before I decided to make a purchase. I compared it to the Toyota Corolla, the Honda Civic, and the Nissan Sentra. For the money and the warranty, I could not have gotten a better car. I really enjoy driving my Spectra5, it turns a lot of heads. It is in the red color... and I will be having the windows tinted on it with vent visors. I highly suggest this car to anyone. A very fun car.
My last new car before I retire.
Huibert Venema, 08/20/2009
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was in the market for a new compact station wagon. I drove by a KIA dealer and saw a red Spectra 5 on display, it was love at first sight. Test drove and purchased it within a half hour. The sales transaction was flawless. My Spectra 5 fits my lifestyle perfectly. I enjoy camping and drive the back roads with gusto, never a squeel or out of control. 30,000 miles and 3 years later, I still hand wash it (2 bucket style) with love and care. Thank you KIA.
Kia Spectra
cynthia, 02/13/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Cute car, good gas mileage, fun. I really love this car, the basic features are great! We bought 2 of them at once. The Spectra would've gotten 10's all the way down if they wouldn't have charged us six-thousand over market value each.
My Blue Kia Spectra 5
Peter Glenn White, 02/20/2009
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Kia Spectra 5 from the dealer used with 4000 miles on it. The color is a very beautiful blue; people have asked me about it, very impressive. It is very roomy, I take my two dogs with me to a lot of different places, and they love it.
Perfect Fit!
Sarah, 04/21/2008
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Every time I get in a drive this car, I'm glad we bought it. It's fun to drive, easy to park, good on gas, and we've had no troubles with it whatsoever. We're planning on a longer road trip next week, and I am reassured that we'll be taking this car with us. It's comfortable (not too big, not to small) and has plenty of cargo space for a family of three.
Nice Car!
Mike M., 09/23/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought my Kia during Labor Day weekend, and I am very happy so far with it. I get way better mileage than I did with my F-150, and am spending only half of what I used to on gas. I use this car as a commuter, and plan on turning it over to my son when he turns 16 in 5 years. Best part about that is, the powertrain will still be under warranty, which is the key reason we bought this car! I compared the Kia with Toyota, Hyundai, and Chevy cars and they just don't compare with options and price.
safety issues
eileen, 07/21/2008
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my Kia Spectra for 2 1/2 years and was very happy with it until recently. While avoiding an accident on the highway, my Kia lost complete control. My car spun out of control, and did 360's across 3 lanes of traffic narrowly missing hitting a guardrail and several cars. It was very scary, and I was very lucky. There was no way to control my car, I was totally helpless. I'm a very good driver who has been driving a very long time and was never in an accident before. I'm actually considering getting rid of the car due to this, and look for a car with ABS brakes and electronic stability control which I now know from experience is very important. Not a very safe car in desperate measures.
Radiator
S.Ryt, 04/15/2010
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I truly love my Kia but I had a Radiator that went bad at 56,000 miles, lucky this was still under the Warranty. Since I put the car I kept on hearing water moving couldn't understand this. Ever since they replaced the radiator the noise went away. So the problem must have been there since I bought the Car new.
Safety questionable
Heather, 09/30/2006
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
I recently was in a bad accident with my Kia Spectra 2006 has no more than 9,000 miles. I hit an oncoming vehicle with my left front into their left front at 60 miles per hour. My front end is pushed in and ripped most of it off and none of the air bags deployed. The auto body shop along with the Deputy on the scene stated there is no reason that the air bags should have not went off. This incident is currently under investigation with Kia. I have three young children and I bought the car because it was supposed to be a safe car, and then this happens. I have a friend that also just got into an accident, rolled his Kia and the air bags in that vehicle did not deploy either.
Sweet car for the money
gogo809, 05/26/2009
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car was a joy to own. I purchased this vehicle used with 8,000 miles on it. It never gave us any trouble. For a little over 2 years it was a great vehicle, never had it in the shop except for oil changes. There is a difference between the "drive" of an EX and a SX, spring for the SX if you can. With the Standard Transmission there is plenty enough horsepower to have some fun. Acceptable highway passing power as well. Seems like I got about 27 MPG usually.
Still love the car, not a fan of customer service
weezul, 11/01/2011
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Reviewed the vehicle 3 1/2 years after buying, has now been 5 1/2 years. 2 issues since the last review for the vehicle. Started to experience a stiff pinging noise in the front driver side sometime last summer when the vehicle was cold and taking hard left turns slowly. Contributed it to a failing shock, my service manager misdiagnosed twice as brake pad backing plate that needed adjusting. They finally tightened down the shock's cap nut, which stopped the noise. The other issue started two months ago, my passenger mirror and driver side door handle are both peeling the clear coat. Falls out of the 3yr/36 month warranty, but I wrote to express my concerns to corporate, with no results.
Great car for the money!
Sam_Adams, 06/14/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I previously owned a 98 Kia Sephia and all I can say about this new Kia is WOW. What a great deal. I got a great incentive on the car; $1500 off the MSRP (owner loyalty and other bonuses). I was going to buy it in February, but decided to wait. I looked at a few others, the Corolla, the Civic, even the new Yaris. The Kia, of course, had the best overall package. The outstanding warranty, good looks, lots of room, and it's really fun to drive. For those of you considering this car, DO NOT buy the automatic. With all small 4 cylinder cars, it tends to drain the fun to drive factor out of the vehicle. I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Oh, and the dealership had outstanding service as well.
Love it, but it's not perfect
eightthirty, 09/25/2008
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love the almost every inch of this car. It has treated me very well over the past 2-1/2 years. I have about 21k on it. As far as gas mileage is concerned I'm not sure where I'm lacking because I only drive 50 miles per week and I use 1/2 a tank (about 19 stoplights though). It's all city, but that's horrible. For highway in moderate traffic I use a quarter of a tank over 60 miles. It's a great modest car, very reliable, low maintenance and very affordable. There are some features I would like to see standard on the EX, though. It's a great car for those who have young children due to it's safety features and it's got a killer warranty.
great value
Kevin, 06/11/2008
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new and it now has 35,000 miles on it. I have not had any problems at all. When I first got the car I was getting about 32 MPG, but it has actually been getting better now around 36. Fun to drive although it is surely not a race car.
So overwhelmingly bland.
murraybs, 01/16/2008
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is absolutely perfect for someone who does not want to stand out from the crowd, and revels in mediocrity. Though I'd imagine, with it's fuel economy, it would also be fantastic for college students, single mothers, environmentalists and those who are interested in saving money regardless of what the cost to style and performance is.
Great Car For The Price
Dan, 03/05/2009
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this new for $12,900 and I must say it has been an excellent, dependable car. Roomy interior, large easy to read controls, great access to the engine, I average 24 MPG city and 34 MPG highway. 10 year 100,000 mile drive train warranty, would buy another in a heartbeat.
2006 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan
PPower05, 06/13/2008
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am not very happy with this car. I only have 21,000 miles, and it has already been in the shop for faulty fuel valves and transmission problems!! What's worse, the dealership charged me over $300 to replace the transmission fluid that KIA recommends to replace every 30,000 miles (10,000 prior to when it SHOULD have been replaced) The explanation that I was given was "Kia uses poor fluids from the factory". The 100,000 mile warranty is great, if you have another car! My first KIA (same model) broke down as my family was driving to my high school graduation. My family missed my graduation being at the KIA service center. Get something else, these are not worth your hard earned money!
Great car
Coty2000, 08/14/2010
2006 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Travel 50 miles each way with this roller skate. Absolutely reliable! Not a thing wrong in 3 years and 72,000. Change the oil 3500 and put gas in it and away you go. Have a 2994 sorento as well. Another great car. 82k and not a thing wrong, ever. Also have a 2006 Audi a4. Forgetaboutit! Never again!
Sporty Fun on a Budget
GorgeKiaDriver, 02/09/2008
2006 Kia Spectra SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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We bought this new. This is a sporty looking car with the rear spoiler and 16" sporty wheels with low profile performance tires. With the SX you get all this plus cruise, aluminum accents on dash and chrome pedal covers. Interior is an upgrade also. Cruise control standard. Only option was ABS which I would recommend to everyone. This is great on snowy roads and accident avoidance. Best mileage we have gotten is 28 with the automatic,