Compare: 2008 Kia Spectra vs 2009 Toyota Corolla

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2008 Kia Spectra

2009 Toyota Corolla

  2008 Kia Spectra 4-door Sedan Auto EX Open Doors 2009 Toyota Corolla
MSRP
$14,945
$17,700
Invoice $14,118 $16,349
MPG
City/Highway
23/32 22/35
Rating 6.4 7.8
Bottom Line The 2008 Kia Spectra is still a lot of car for the money, but with it’s a bit outclassed by a host of more refined and updated small-car models. The 2009 Toyota Corolla has a split personality: the utilitarian base car and the slightly edgy, expensive Corolla XRS.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Impressive interior space
  • Smooth, settled ride
  • Responsive steering and handling in SX models

Dislikes:

  • Dull interior design and subpar materials
  • Disappointing fuel economy
  • Engine noise when revving or accelerating hard
  • Anti-lock brakes aren’t offered on much of the lineup

Likes:

  • Quieter than before
  • More comfortable than outgoing version
  • XRS edition is reasonably sporty
  • High assembly quality
  • Enviable reputation for reliability

Dislikes:

  • Cheap interior on base models
  • Cabin very tight for five adults
  • Dull-looking
  • Four-speed automatic on most models
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2008 Kia Spectra $7,190 $11,494 $9,294
2009 Toyota Corolla $11,998 $15,051 $13,485
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