2006
Kia Spectra5

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$15,995
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  • 5dr HB Spectra5 Manual
    Starts at
    $15,995
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 5dr HB Spectra5 Auto
    Starts at
    $16,995
    25 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years or newer / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles
Dealer certification
165-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

95% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 21 reviews
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Comfort 3.9
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.3
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.4
Reliability 4.6

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  • By Waltup from Md
    Owns this car
    August 16, 2020

    Best small car I've ever had!

    I have had smaller cars before but this car is just awesome for local commuting. you fill up the tank and just forget about buying more gas for over a week. It's incredible! Love it!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Chicho fitness from Baltimore Maryland
    Owns this car
    July 31, 2020

    Most reliable car i ever had

    A lot of room i got to my gym for training i keep all my equipment, I take my friends and my kids to the park
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By whizkid from California
    Owns this car
    August 8, 2018

    Still running, still stunning!

    This car was purchased new back in 2006 and it was a big deal for the family since it was the first new car we'd owned. We had all kinds of used cars, just due to the fact that we couldn't afford something new. I could've written about it back then and how awesome it was in its hey-day. It was shinny and new and smelled so great! Well it's been a long time now, and it wasn't always well taken care of. Last year I started taking more of an interest in fixing it up, it gave me a chance to figure things out and it helped me keep my mind off family issues at the time. Definitely had some problems with it when I took it over. Once I cleaned it up decently it started coming back together, but obviously age isn't something easy to undo. Other than some heavy dents and scratches and faded plastic and worn interior it looks like she'll make it with some tlc. Mechanically, it was sounding rough. I knew it was going to be a tall order. Lots of little touches hear and there, in total probably $800-$1000 worth of parts and mostly DIY labor. There's still much to be done, I figure some body work might pay off and hopefully she'll shine. I'd still say it's well-worth it and further justifies keeping it running.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Kelly from NJ
    Used to own this car
    August 10, 2017

    Overlooked and extremely reliable!

    I was the 2nd owner. I bought it when it had 200k and it died when it had to 250k. I took great care of it and loved how reliable it truly was. I was hesitant at first since Kias had a bad rep in the 90s but boy was I wrong to assume. This car is just as reliable as the family camry or your auntie's toyota, trust me. My only gripe would be the engine performance which was lacking. Especially on the highways.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Auto crosser
    Owns this car
    July 19, 2017

    Excellent Handleing car.

    I have 50,500 miles on it. I would give it 5 stars for every thing. Great car. Top speed is 126 MPH at SIR.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By mm123
    Owns this car
    July 12, 2017

    Reliable car

    I have had my Spectra 5 for 11 years and 202,000 miles. It hasn't had any major issues and it gets great gas mileage. The main issues have been non-mechanical (ie interior door handle broke). It is an affordable, efficient, minimal frills car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Kevin from NorCal
    Owns this car
    May 20, 2015

    Good Economy Car

    I owned this car for 6 years from 2006-2012. I bought it new from the dealer. It was a great, basic car. Gets you from point A to point B in a sporty-looking fashion. It is your stereotypical economy car, with a sporty look. When I sold it, it had 100k miles and I had no major mechanical issues.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Whatever from CA.
    Owns this car
    June 1, 2012

    poor paint on exterior kia

    brought 06 kia new at beginning of 07.have put very few miles on it.protective coating over paint begin peeling first,then small white spots started appearing all over hood,the red paint had come off.have had many different cars over the years,not one other car has had any problem with the paint.most of these other cars i have kept for 10 to 20 years with no problems with the paint.anyone eles out there have this problem?
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Mollie from Cincinnati, OH
    Owns this car
    January 18, 2011

    enjoyable car

    I bought my kia S5 with 75,000 miles on it, but it feels and drives great. It's a pretty sporty little car with great pick up and handling, and is really comfortable. It is absolutely impossible to drive in the snow, but I think that might have something to do with the tires that came on it. I mostly put highway miles on this and so far I have only been averaging about 26 mpg, which isn't nearly as good as what is reported. Sometimes the gas cover won't open if it is cold outside. I have an automatic, and if it's cold out, it doesn't like to kick up into 4th gear. Overall it is a great car. It is practical and fun to drive. I feel that I am really getting my moneys worth!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mike918 from Tulsa, OK
    Owns this car
    January 13, 2011

    Fun car and runs great..

    I bought the car used in Aug. 2010. I now have 75000 miles on it. I do reg oil changes and so far very lucky that its as great as it is. :-) The mpg is AWSOME I get like 24 city and as good as 38 on highway. I was able to go from Texas to Tulsa 280 miles on just a little over half a tank. The ride can be a little harsh. The engine noise is less then my PT Crusier. I would buy another Kia.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Audio_Guy from Cottonwood, Az
    Owns this car
    December 25, 2010

    Ready To Roll!

    I got my Kia Spectra5 for a Birthday gift for myself. I was looking at Subaru WRX (Used) & other sporty hatchback cars. After days of test driving I went by the Local Kia Dealer (In Prescott,Az) I had no clue they had a sporty hatchback so I took the 5speed out for a spin, I was impressed right away, This was not the junk Kia I have heard about, I enjoyed the way the steering felt & the car was kinda quick. I have had my car since Aug. 2006 I have 55k miles on it and drive it like a race car. fun car to drive! you can find performance upgrades at a few different sites & forums both were very helpful in finding the info on the parts I was looking for on my Kia. I would tell anyone thinking about a Hatchback to give the Spectra5 a test drive you may like it as much as I have!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Carl from outside of sault ste. marie ontario
    Owns this car
    June 19, 2010

    cant go wrong...

    I bought my 2006 kia spectra 5 in 2007 brand new. It has a 4 cylinder auto transmission. We've put almost 150000 km on it now and "no problems"! We live out in the country so there's a lot of highway miles on it and I've had to replace all the tires once. Im so impressed by the gas mileage and quality of this car. It also has great looks and is quite powerful for a little engine. We have done zero maintenance on it besides oil changes. I have never changed the timing belt or transmission fluid like I should have and maybe I should soon, but up to this date, its the best car I've ever owned overall. I would definitely buy KIA products again. THANKYOU KIA!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2006 Kia Spectra5?

The 2006 Kia Spectra5 is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 2006 Kia Spectra5?

The 2006 Kia Spectra5 offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2006 Kia Spectra5 reliable?

The 2006 Kia Spectra5 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2006 Kia Spectra5 owners.

Is the 2006 Kia Spectra5 a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2006 Kia Spectra5. 95.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 21 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.9
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.6
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