Is the Kia Spectra SX a good car?
I bought my 2006 Kia Spectra SX used about 2 years ago and after a rough beginning fixin issues left by the former owner I’ve really come to enjoy this car. The SX wheels, suspension and body are a plus over the other models and considering it’s a compact car it has plenty of interior room, a nice size trunk and more than enough umph to get around.
When did the Check Engine light come on on the Kia Spectra?
The check engine light came on at around 85000 miles still under warranty took in for new O2 sensor. The check engine light came back on just after 100,000 miles and its been on ever since, sooner or later its gotta burn out right? still waiting for that but she runs like the day I bought it.
How often do you change the oil on a 2006 Kia Spectra?
I bought my 2006 kia spectra brand new with 53 miles on it. I change the oil every 4000 miles, change the transmission fluid every 80,000 miles. I didn’t have to put new brakes on until 120,000 miles.
What kind of MPGS does a Kia Spectra get?
The SX wheels, suspension and body are a plus over the other models and considering it’s a compact car it has plenty of interior room, a nice size trunk and more than enough umph to get around. If I keep a light foot on the pedal I can get MPGs in the mid to high 20’s with mixed driving
I bought my 2006 Kia Spectra SX used about 2 years ago and after a rough beginning fixin issues left by the former owner I’ve really come to enjoy this car. The SX wheels, suspension and body are a plus over the other models and considering it’s a compact car it has plenty of interior room, a nice size trunk and more than enough umph to get around.
The check engine light came on at around 85000 miles still under warranty took in for new O2 sensor. The check engine light came back on just after 100,000 miles and its been on ever since, sooner or later its gotta burn out right? still waiting for that but she runs like the day I bought it.
What causes an oil leak in a Kia?
Over time, the contaminants in the oiling system cause the connecting rod bearings to fracture and spew large amounts of metal debris into the engine oil, which it cannot filter out to maintain necessary oil pressure.
I bought my 2006 kia spectra brand new with 53 miles on it. I change the oil every 4000 miles, change the transmission fluid every 80,000 miles. I didn’t have to put new brakes on until 120,000 miles.
What kind of crash protection does the Kia Spectra have?
All Spectras feature standard front-seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. In government crash tests, the 2006 Kia Spectra earned a rating of four stars (out of five) for front-impact protection. It also earned four stars for front-occupant protection in side impacts.
When did the Kia Spectra come out in the US?
The Spectra’s origins in the U.S. market date back to 1994 when the compact Sephia sedan was introduced. In 2000, Kia added a five-door hatchback companion called the Spectra in an effort to reach out to younger drivers.
What kind of car is the Kia Spectra?
A Spectra5 hatchback joined the sedan body style as a 2005 model. The Spectra5 is listed separately in the cars.com Research section. Kia promotes the Spectra’s sculpted appearance and the more aggressive look it has over many of its rivals. Large, angular headlights flank the grille.
Is the 2006 Kia Spectra a Hyundai Elantra?
Kia has dropped the LX trim level for the 2006 model year, which leaves the EX and the sport-tuned SX, which has similar equipment to the Spectra5 hatchback, in the lineup. Even though the Spectra’s basic platform is shared with the Hyundai Elantra, the two companies share no manufacturing operations.
How big is the wheelbase on a spectra?
Built on a 102.8-inch wheelbase, the Spectra stands 57.9 inches tall and measures 176.4 inches long overall. Spectras have a four-wheel-independent suspension and front and rear stabilizer bars. EX sedans roll on 15-inch tires. A sport-tuned suspension with 16-inch wheels is used on the Spectra SX sedan.