2001 Kia Spectra
Americans have an aversion to hatchbacks not shared by the rest of the world. The hatchback has acquired a negative perception that has nothing to do with its actual function and that's a shame, because it's difficult to imagine a more practical vehicle for single-car households. What other body style can haul bicycles and skis, furniture or friends, all with equal aplomb? Okay, an SUV can. But isn't a small SUV just a very tall, underpowered hatchback that doesn't handle as well? How cool is that? So we think Kia deserves major kudos for trying to sell the five-door Spectra to a skeptical American audience.
Spectra's base price at just $10,995. Kia sweetens the deal with a warranty program that extends basic coverage to five years or 60,000 miles, and powertrain coverage to 10 years or 100,000 miles; it also includes five-year/100,000-mile rust perforation protection, and a five-year/unlimited mileage roadside assistance plan.
At that rate it's hard not to look into a Spectra, through all five doors if necessary.
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How cool is that? So we think Kia deserves major kudos for trying to sell the five-door Spectra to a skeptical American audience.
Spectra's base price at just $10,995. Kia sweetens the deal with a warranty program that extends basic coverage to five years or 60,000 miles, and powertrain coverage to 10 years or 100,000 miles; it also includes five-year/100,000-mile rust perforation protection, and a five-year/unlimited mileage roadside assistance plan.
At that rate it's hard not to look into a Spectra, through all five doors if necessary.
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| Engine | 1.8L I-4 |
| MPG | Up to 24 city / 29 highway |
| Seating | 5 Passengers |
| Transmission | 5-spd man w/OD |
| Power | 125 @ 6000 rpm |
| Drivetrain | front-wheel |
| Curb Weight | 2,560 - 2,575 lbs |
