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    Kia Spectra

    EPA MPG: 28 mpg

    Road Test

    This edition of the Kia Spectra boasted ride and interior quietness among the best in the class. We also found the fit and finish impressive, particularly when considering the car's low price. However, because of its reluctant cornering, middling acceleration and so-so fuel economy, the Spectra ranks midpack in those areas. Braking performance was not a strength either. We also found it difficult to get a vehicle with antilock brakes. The Spectra has improved from Poor to Marginal in the IIHS side-crash test.

    2009 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability

    This Car
    NA
    vs. Similar Cars

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    Acceptable
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    Marginal
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    Acceptable
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    Marginal
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

    Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

    Crash and Rollover Tests

    IIHS Front Moderate Overlap
    Acceptable
    IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver
    NA
    IIHS Side Crash
    Marginal
    NHTSA Overall Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash
    NA
    NHTSA Overall Side-Crash
    NA

    2009 Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

    Features & Specs
    Body Style
      4-door hatchback
      sedan
    Seating
    2 front, 3 rear
    Drive Wheels
    Front
    Engines Available
    • 2-liter 4 (138 hp)
    Transmissions Available
    • 5-speed manual
    • 4-speed automatic
    Warranty
    Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle

    In most cases, automotive warranties are based on the vehicle identification number (VIN), and the warranty will be valid regardless of ownership. The dealership can tell you exactly how much warranty is left.

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    Model History