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2005 Kia Spectra Base 4dr Sedan LX Manual

2005 Kia Spectra
Trim Info:
Front Wheel Drive, 4dr Sdn, Midsize
25 mpg city / 33 mpg hwy
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Top 5 Spectra Problems

According to the J. D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study SM, these are the five most commonly reported issues with this vehicle, based on feedback from verified owners after three years of ownership:

Wind Noise
Tire Problem Uneven Wear
Vehicle Pulls
Paint Cracked/Peeling
Check Engine Light Indicated Problem

Source: J. D. Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study SM
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Compared to other Compact Cars

Scores better than Average
Scores worse than Average
Other Compact Cars
10.5%
11.2%
Wind Noise
10.5% of 2005 Kia Spectra owners surveyed reported this issue.
11.2% of all Compact Car owners complained overall.
8.6%
7.9%
Tire Problem Uneven Wear
8.6% of 2005 Kia Spectra owners surveyed reported this issue.
7.9% of all Compact Car owners complained overall.
6.8%
5.0%
Vehicle Pulls
6.8% of 2005 Kia Spectra owners surveyed reported this issue.
5.0% of all Compact Car owners complained overall.
6.8%
2.4%
Paint Cracked/Peeling
6.8% of 2005 Kia Spectra owners surveyed reported this issue.
2.4% of all Compact Car owners complained overall.
6.4%
3.8%
Check Engine Light Indicated Problem
6.4% of 2005 Kia Spectra owners surveyed reported this issue.
3.8% of all Compact Car owners complained overall.


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