2001 Kia Spectra GS from North America - Comments

7th Apr 2005, 10:43

"Good cheap Corolla alternative"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

The remote hatch release broke and was taken care of by dealer without argument. I got blamed for it by primary driver, though.

Fuel economy is somewhat disappointing.

General comments?

I love the feel of that big honkin' twin cam engine!

It took five and a half big people, and all of their luggage from Savannah to DC, averaging 90 mph and 26 mpg. (500 miles or 800 km.) Not as comfortable as a big minivan, but not bad either.

Pretty interior.


9th Apr 2005, 11:13

No offense, but I don't see how anyone could try and replace a Corolla with a Korean made Kia.. see how you like that beast in a few years.


30th Nov 2007, 16:34

Don't tell your life insurance agent you're driving a Spectra at 90 mph. 90 in a Spectra is suicide.

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