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Used 2006 Kia Spectra Wagon Consumer Reviews

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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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5 out of 5 stars

Dale's Review

Leroy, 10/27/2005
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Was rated 34 miles to gallon highway; is getting 33-34. It hauled 3 people and luggage for 13 day vacation to Colorado. Everyone rode comfortably; no difference in performance between mountains of Colorado and the Missouri highways it normally travels. Car is quiet and fun to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

Fun car to drive!

Liz, 04/03/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I just bought this car a couple of days ago and it's so much fun to drive. I love it! It's comfortable inside and stylish outside. It drives really smooth and has great gas mileage. Plus the dealership has been great to me and they are super friendly. I am very satisfied with my purchase.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great, economical car with style.

Steve, 06/08/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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The car is great. Has wonderful acceleration, comfort, affordability, and handles great. Great gas mileage, and offers wonderful standard features including cruise control, AM/FM/CD, automatic windows and door locks, AC, and a 2.0 liter engine. Gets about 38 miles on the highway and currently getting 29-30 around town. Also great safety features and warranty. I compared this with the Matrix and it is a much better value.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

great sporty car for the money

Favian, 05/19/2006
2006 Kia Spectra Spectra5 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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This is my first Kia that I have ever purchased and I'm pleasantly impressed. Build quality is great and so far reliability is excellent. The gearing configuration in the automatic could use some improvement as well but overall the car is an excellent value in looks, safety, options, warranty and reliability.

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