2006 Kia Spectra EX review from North America
"Great value and more than basic transportation"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
One wheel was out of spec when delivered, and caused shimmy. I replaced them with alloy wheels from a previously owned Spectra.
General comments?
Absolutely no complaints about mechanicals. I am getting great road mileage, and fair in-town economy. KIA is as good a car as any Toyota or Audi I have owned in terms of doing what cars are supposed to do; go from here to there.
Comfort is enhanced by back support added for long trips. Shims have been placed under front of driver seat tracks to raise front lip of seat to improve the seating position.
I added a front strut bar from a Spectra 5, and plan on adding a Hyundai Tiburon anti-sway bar in back to help eliminate body roll in turns. This is a second childhood thing, more than a must do thing.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 6200 miles |
| Previous car | Kia Spectra |
| Date of Entry | 6th May, 2008 |