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Used 2005 Kia Spectra

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2009
2005
Fuel Economy
25 combined mpg
Horsepower
138 hp
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
Cargo Volume
12.2 - 18.3 cu ft
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2005 Kia Spectra Overview

2005 Kia Spectra Pricing

2005 Kia Spectra pricing starts at $2,765 for the Spectra LX Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $14,135 when new. The range-topping 2005 Spectra 5 Hatchback 4D starts at $3,268 today, originally priced from $16,510.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
LX Sedan 4D
$14,135
$2,765
$15,265
$3,196
$16,510
$3,052
$16,510
$3,268

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Kia Spectra models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Spectra Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Kia Spectra (2005-2009) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 89% recommend it. These figures are based on 383 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Kia Spectra

"Best Vehicle To Own. Trusted. Reliable."

"I received this car shortly after I got my license with 94k miles. Since then it has survived with zero problems through 3 harsh Minnesota winters, and trust me, they can get bad, through those winters the car was driven on hellish roads. Gotten stuck in snow a multitude of times. Through all that, only one minor problem which was a cheap fix. I put it through the worst, it definitely deserved better. I recently took it on a road trip from Minnesota all the way down to California and it made it perfectly with no problems whatsoever. Now at over 120k miles, it was involved in a rear end accident which deemed it totaled. I completely trust on my life that the car would last at least another 120k. Hardy and a trooper, I will sincerely miss this car. Dependable and I would highly recommend it."

"Very economical and comfortable."

"My wife and I bought this car used in2012.It had approximately 43000 miles on it.My wife drove it until2016. I have driven it since2016.We have kept it properly maintained.It is still reliable inexpensive transportation.Everything still works as it should including ice cold air."

"10.5 years and going strong!"

"I bought this car used June, 2010 18k miles on it. I have drove it for 10 years and 4 months. Through the years I've replaced a few parts never going over $400 and it's been the best car I could ask for. I'm trading it in tomorrow and this baby has exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!"

Overall 2005 Kia Spectra Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Kia Spectra is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Kia Spectra quality a 4.3 out of 5.

2005 Kia Spectra Reliability

The 2005 Kia Spectra receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.6 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2005 Spectra Features

According to drivers of the 2005 Spectra, here are some of its best features:

  • Good on Gas Zippy acceleration Simplistic Design.
  • Easy to drive.
  • Reliable, safe, great on gas and dependable.
  • Lasts
  • Great on speed turning ;)

2005 Kia Spectra MPG by Trim

2005 Spectra LX Sedan 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 31 MPG

2005 Spectra SX Sedan 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 31 MPG

2005 Spectra EX Sedan 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 31 MPG

2005 Spectra 5 Hatchback 4D - city 21 MPG - hwy 31 MPG

2005 Spectra Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2005 Kia Spectra front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

2005 Kia Spectra Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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2005 Kia Spectra
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.3
Consumer Rating
Based on 383 Consumer Reviews
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90%Recommend this vehicle
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55%
5
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4
31%
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31%
3
8%
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2
4%
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4%
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.4
Quality
4.3
Comfort
4.3
Reliability
4.6
Styling
4.4

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2005 Kia Spectra Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
LX Sedan 4D
$2,765
25 MPG
138 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
12.2 cu ft
136 lb-ft
2701 lbs
SX Sedan 4D
$3,052
25 MPG
138 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
12.2 cu ft
136 lb-ft
2844 lbs
EX Sedan 4D
$3,196
25 MPG
138 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
12.2 cu ft
136 lb-ft
2844 lbs
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2005 Kia Spectra Depreciation

A 2005 Kia Spectra has depreciated $52 or 2% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,184 and trade-in value of $645.

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2005 Kia Spectra Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
+ $26
$2,236
$1,035
2023
+ $123
$2,359
$831
2024
$179
$2,180
$632
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+ $4
$2,184
$645
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2005 Kia Spectra Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2701 lbs.
EPA Total Interior
97.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
14.5 gallons
Front Head Room
40.0 inches
Front Leg Room
42.8 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Minimum Ground Clearance
6.3 inches
Overall Length
176.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room
55.1 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
2000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
12.2 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
33.2 feet
Wheel Base
102.8 inches
Width with mirrors
68.3 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
21 mpg
Highway
31 mpg
Combined
25 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
Recommended Fuel
Regular

Performance

Horsepower
138 @ 6000 RPM
Torque
136 @ 4500 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter

Warranty

Basic
5 years / 60000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

2005 Kia Spectra Safety

2005 Kia Spectra Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Front Side
4.0
Rear Side
3.0
Rollover Rating
4.0

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Price
$2,765
$2,471
$2,729
$2,536
Consumer Rating
4.3
4.1
4.3
4.0
Fuel Economy
City 21/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG
City 23/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG
City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
5 years or 60000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
138 @ 6000 RPM
104 @ 5800 RPM
208 @ 5000 RPM
147 @ 5500 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
5-Cyl, LP Turbo, 2.5L
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

2005 Kia Spectra Rankings

FAQs

Is 2005 a good year for a Kia Spectra?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.3 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Spectra is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Kia Spectra 2005 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.3 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Spectra is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2005 Kia Spectra?

The 2005 Kia Spectra gets 21 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.

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