2008 Kia Spectra consumer reviews

I inherited this car from my mom is 2017. We call him flash because he is so fast. This car has been absolutely great in the 17 years it’s been in my family. I’m now looking to upgrade but am honestly sad to say goodbye to him. This car was fantastic for city driving and constant trips up and down the island.

I have had copious issues with this car in the 5 years that I drove it. I had to have my transmission serviced 3 or 4 times, AC broke twice and started with only blowing hot air and then blowing no air at all, had gas and oil issues, several airbag lights and issues, everything above. Easily spent between 5-10k in repairs for this vehicle. That being said, I rear-ended someone going 40+ mph and walked away unharmed. She gave me so many headaches but cannot be upset with the fact that she did protect me in that time.

My father purchased this car back in 2011 with 33k miles, ran for him and myself all the way up until December 2022 when I totaled it. 141k miles without a single issue other than your basic maintenance. This was my first car and I absolutely loved it, she’s slow so don’t expect to fly past anyone in a road rage or anything but super fun to drive and RELIABLE. I ended her life by smacking a pole head on at 60mph, a crash people say I shouldn’t have survived and walked away with a couple bruises. This car deserves all of the love!

This is the worst used car I have ever bought in my 43 years ived been alive I’ve had it 1 month don’t buy run

200,000 miles still runs great getting 40mpg. Only ever used super unleaded. Oil changed ever 5k miles with regular maintenance. Only thing that's broken is the cruise control switch housing. It still works but switch is loose.

I think it’s just as good as any car on the road.I have had this car sence new no trouble with this automobile.This car will probably last for the rest of my life.

This car never gives me a trouble since I bought it, and all I did was changing the oil and take a good care of it.

It has pep. Very reliable.comfortable.did i mention great in gas. This vehicle is also grear in the snow. It is front wheel drive. Handling performance is amazing.

The only thing I have found is I had to replace starter,brake cylinders,battery,the check engine light stays on and a TPMS stays on I don't no what it is

This car is exactly what I need: reliable, good-looking, and comfortable. Kia Spectras are my favorite type of car because they're been able to last me much longer than other types of cars. If you want to buy a car to look cool and impress people, I don't recommend the Kia Spectra. However, if you see a car more as a transportation need, Kia Spectra is perfect.