2003 Kia Spectra LS review from North America
"Not worth the price especially on resale"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Check engine light comes on intermittently. Have had the dealer "fix" it three times. Each time I have been told it was a different problem. Just had it fixed about 1 month ago; told the problem was the transmission modulator. Check engine light came on again last night (12/12/05).
Car use to occasionally refuse to shift out of 2nd gear; but that seems to have "fixed" itself.
General comments?
Generally rides OK; wouldn't want to take it on a long trip (300-500 miles)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 18500 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Tracer |
| Date of Entry | 13th December, 2005 |