#23

in Affordable Small Cars

Based on analysis of 26 Spectra5 reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $16,695 - $17,695
Invoice: $15,610 - $16,540
MPG: 23 City / 30 Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:7.5
Performance:7.3
Exterior:8.0
Interior:7.0
Safety:9.3
Reliability:5.0
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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

Reviewers give definite but muted praise for the 2009 Kia Spectra5's tall stance.

  • "As we've become increasingly accustomed to the tall hatchback design that we're seeing more often...Kia Spectra looks pretty sharp." -- Kelley Blue Book
  • "Strikes a balance between youthfulness and conservatism in its styling. ... It works well, both visually and functionally." -- The Auto Channel
  • "Not a dog in the looks department...but the Spectra5 isn't a purebred either." -- Detroit News
Review Last Updated: 6/18/09