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2005 Kia Spectra

Blue Book® Suggested Retail Value

$4,587 - $4,945

Fuel Economy (city/hwy)

24 - 25 / 33 - 34 mpg

What's New

The Spectra SX sedan is added for 2005 with class-leading safety equipment; new sport-tuned, four-wheel independent suspension; and 16-inch wheels and tires for better steering response and turn-in. A strut tower bar is added for a stiffer chassis and better handling. The SX also features a rear spoiler; fog lights; a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a shift knob with perforated leather; sport fabric on the seats and door panels; and metal-finish trim throughout the interior, including metal pedals.

Quick Facts

Engine: 138 horsepower
Seating: 5 passengers
Driving Range: 348 - 493 miles

Drive: Front-Wheel Drive
Cargo Capacity: 12.2 cu. ft.

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2005 Kia Spectra

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The community thinks...

Overall Rating

8.7

Styling8.8
Performance8.5
Interior8.7
Quality8.6
Recommendation8.7

Owner

Overall Rating10
Styling10
Performance10
Interior10
Quality10
Recommendation10

Best Mid size car we have owned by An MSN Autos Consumer on 06/05/2010. Trim: 2005 Kia Spectra EX, Owned 4 years.

Pros: Everything!. Looks great, runs great! Love the gas mileage. We have taken several long trips in this car even into the mountains, and its great.

Cons: Nothing!

Overall review: Love the car. Looking at getting another KIA later. Love all the features on the EX.

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