![]() ![]() The 5 speed manual is great for handling the ice and snow covered roads in the mountains. It goes over 350 miles on a full tank (freeway driving). The vehicle holds a 10 gallon tank so filling up is not that much. Handles great on corners and is a smooth ride. The sun visors are too small and pointless. I have to make sure they are handled with care. The door handles are also very flimsy and very breakable. The doors are very light and feel as though the slightest impact would most likely total the vehicle. The A/C is very noticeable when running, causing just a slight lag in the car's performance. The manual transmission seems difficult for finding gears at times in comparison to other manuals I have driven. They seem a bit small for the size of this car body. If you get the timing belt replaced you will also have to replace the water pump - it is a given. The interior is very cheap but it is understandable since this car was made for efficiency and not necessarily comfort. The paint is low quality and road gravel scuffs and dings will show up on the body if not taking caution. We seem to go through a lot of tires, but that has to do with the amount of driving we do. The latch to open the fuel compartment sits nicely on the driver side floor for easy access, along with a trunk button on the left side of the dashboard As a Mom, it's helpful to just glance and know where everything is. Everything is very clearly marked under the hood of the car to where all the fluids are. I just use a sponge with a cleaner and it wipes up with ease. The stereo has 3 different channels AUX/FM/AM I can listen to my mp3's or program my favorite FM/AM stations along with speaking on the phone hands free. The steering is very sooth and efficient. There is a generous amount of leg room, even for my six foot plus tall husband. And it only takes $20 to fill the gas tank. There are a lot of little storage areas in this car that are great for short or long trips. Being a female I am able to replace parts, such as headlight bulbs etc, with ease. The space in the trunk and having the option to lay back seats down for (skis, fishing poles or small pieces of lumber). I would say the reliability and affordability are just a couple of things that attract people to this car.įuel efficiency and reliability. This 4 door sedan fits my family of five nicely for now and I would definitely buy another one. The timing belt - I have been told if it goes out the whole top of the motor has to be replaced so have it replaced before the miles get too high. Couple other things that could be better: the layers of paint seem very thin, but understandable with the price of the car. I also love the digital tire pressure warning I get on the dash as well as the trip odometer that allows me to keep track of my trips and the overall mileage. The trunk is very spacious - fits camp chairs and a big cooler all at once. I love that I can get somewhere in a hurry without actually seeing the fuel gauge move. I dislike the seats - they are cheap but nothing a nice quality cover can't remedy. ![]() The fuel efficiency, the smooth ride, and the responsive steering are awesome for the money. The car is quick to get up and go and has a good stop without noticeable wear. If I had known I would get such efficiency and reliability I would have parked my large SUV and bought the KIA compact a long time ago. Find out more about our advertising opportunities.I love this Spectra. Advertise Advertising on is well-targeted, has unique benefits, and is highly successful. Looking for something lighter? Read our funny complaints to see people who found humor in a bad situation. Vehicle Problems Find out what cars to avoid, view the latest problem trends, or keep up-to-date with the most recently reported problems. Contact us with any comments or concerns. Car Problem Resources Around the Site Information Find out more about us in the press or read stories from drivers who praise our work.The complaints are organized into groups with data published by vehicle, vehicle component, and specific problem. ® is an online automotive complaint resource that uses graphs to show automotive defect patterns, based on complaint data submitted by visitors to the site. ![]()
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