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2009 Kia Spectra Overview

Likes:

  • Comfortable ride
  • Spacious interior
  • Price, value, and warranty

Dislikes:

  • Engine noise when accelerating
  • Drab interior
  • Fuel economy should be better
  • No anti-lock brakes on most models

Bottom Line

By Bengt Halvorson's avatar Bengt Halvorson, Editor

TheCarConnection.com's editors drove the new Kia Spectra in order to give you an expert opinion. TheCarConnection.com has also researched available road tests on the new Kia Spectra to produce this conclusive review, including a roundup of other choices, pros, and cons, ...

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By Bengt Halvorson's avatar Bengt Halvorson, Editor

The 2009 Kia Spectra puts less emphasis on sharp styling than other basic economy cars. The Detroit News sums it up succinctly: "It's a nice looking compact hatchback." The SX models are further distinguished visually by their black mesh grille, fog lights, rear spoiler, and...

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2009 Kia Spectra Pictures

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Select a Trim:

Trim MSRP / Invoice Fuel Econ
2009 Kia Spectra: 4dr Sedan Man LX $13,550 / $12,965 City: 23
Hwy: 30
2009 Kia Spectra: 4dr Sedan Auto LX $14,550 / $13,925 City: 24
Hwy: 32
2009 Kia Spectra: 4dr Sedan Man EX $15,500 / $14,540 City: 23
Hwy: 30
2009 Kia Spectra: 4dr Sedan Auto EX $16,550 / $15,470 City: 24
Hwy: 32
2009 Kia Spectra: 4dr Sedan Man SX $16,450 / $15,380 City: 23
Hwy: 30
2009 Kia Spectra: 4dr Sedan Auto SX $17,450 / $16,310 City: 24
Hwy: 32
2009 Kia Spectra: 5dr HB Man Spectra5 $16,695 / $15,610 City: 23
Hwy: 30
2009 Kia Spectra: 5dr HB Auto Spectra5 $17,695 / $16,540 City: 24
Hwy: 32

2009 Kia Spectra Related News

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Other Choices:

Many of the rival models in this segment have been restyled more recently than the Spectra, which bears a design that goes back to 2004. The Toyota Corolla has been recently redesigned, but like the Spectra it has a relatively soft, compliant ride and its interior feels cheaper than other rivals. However, the Toyota has a long-standing reputation for reliability and durability. The Ford Focus is perhaps the most attractive alternative; its design was recently refreshed, inside and out, and offers a great ride along with standout features such as the SYNC communications and entertainment interface. 2009 models drop the cheesy side gills that were introduced for 2008. The Mazda3 is the choice among these cars if a frisky driving sensation is a priority, but the Mazda's cabin can be noisy on coarse surfaces and its backseat is rather cramped. Although the Elantra shares its engine with the 2009 Kia Spectra, its interior is better designed, and the instrument panel and switchgear feel a step better. Also keep in mind that an all-new replacement, the Forte, is being introduced as an early 2010 model.

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