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Glad I bought this car
Makeda, 07/10/2009
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my very first car and I know I made a great choice. It takes less than $25 to fill up my tank and I am good for the rest of the week. The interior is comfortable and I get compliments on the exterior. For a first car or something that in inexpensive and good to drive get this car. It is also roomy for my family of four.
Don't Underestimate the KIA Spectra
Tom R., 11/04/2009
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Having traded in a 2002 Hyundai Elantra for my KIA Spectra, I expected some close similarities in these Korean cousins. My expectations were pleasantly met in getting behind the wheel of this great little economy car. For my Cash-for-Clunkers allowance for a 1999 Isuzu Trooper and my Hyundai trade-in, I drove away in my KIA Spectra EX for $10,000, including tax, title and registration. I have enjoyed the KIA Spectra experience from the moment I pulled off the dealer's lot.
First new car ever, Spectra EX
Trevor Totman, 06/10/2010
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I haven't had my Spectra for very long, but so far it has been the best car I've owned. It's quite zippy for a grocery getter,even with it being an automatic transmission. Stereo system(hey, I'm 24, this is important stuff!) is great. I love that I've got an auxillary jack and I love the hidden charger in the middle console. It helps keep wires out of the way, and you can set your MP3 player or iPod/iPhone inside to keep it from sliding all over the car. The DOHC is a nice touch, but I wish the fuel economy could be a hair better. All in all, a nice roomy car that is incredibly affordable and great for the post college kid or the starting family.
Happy with Kia
Rick, 07/01/2009
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Looking for an inexpensive new car? Look no further. I just purchased the Spectra and couldn't be happier. Great warranty, fun to drive, and comfortable, compaired to my SUV, the gas guage doesn't move. Overall, I'm very happy with the purchase, and the Kia network of services.
I'm Glad I Got A KIA Spectra EX
JoshUNC, 12/26/2008
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
After comparing prices on the '07 to the new '09 KIA Spectra EX I decided to go with the '09 mainly based on price and having full warranty. I give this car straight 9s across the board... very happy with my purchase so far. I have even used the roadside service because I left my lights on and ran my battery dead. Called kia and they sent someone with no problems and limited info. They even called me back to make sure someone came to help. Will buy a KIA again!
What were they thinking
Why, 04/09/2009
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
As you approach this car it seems like a fairly handsome vehicle. It has clean lines, just a nice amount bling to it. Climb in and start going and you will quickly be disappointed. The wind noise is horrendous. That's ok though you can get used to it after a while, and the stereo can be turned up loud enough to overcome the noise. No, the worst part about this car is that in 2009 a car still has ABS as an option? What are they thinking? You get side airbags, but I'd rather avoid an accident by having ABS.
Totaled after one accident
chintanshah, 04/06/2011
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
This car was pretty great for when I had it. I bought it used last year. There were no major issues and it was an overall awesome car. Unfortunately, I got into an accident a couple of months ago where someone hit my front right wheel/door side head on. I was going about 40-50 and he had just pulled out, so I'd say about 15 or so. The damage didn't look too terrible except that the wheel and door were bent inward, the center dashboard popped out, and the passenger airbag broke the windshield (no glass was actually shattered). It turned out that the frame ended up being twisted inside along with the other problems I mentioned which totaled it out. My passenger and I were safe at least!
Still going strong!
Gail Keirstead, 11/13/2022
2009 Kia Spectra LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2009 Kia Spectra in 2012 with 20,000km on it. Today it has 290,000km and still going strong! Has had basic maintenance done on it. Hubby drives it now and I miss driving it daily. 5 speed manual transmission. Best car I ever had!
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
Get a fun car
Jill, 05/24/2009
2009 Kia Spectra Spectra5 SX 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just bought my first Kia. Usually as a workhorse we go with Hyundai (same company now) Love the Spectra5. The dealer was easy to work with, and after 40 years of buying cars, I had a good experience. I would recommend the buying experience alone, but the car also.
So Far So Good!
MJ DeYoung, 02/15/2010
2009 Kia Spectra EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car brand new last August, so this is its first winter. So far so good! Honestly, no complaints (-: