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2008 Kia Spectra
2008 Kia Spectra Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$12,895 - $16,995
Original MSRP:
$12,345 - $15,890
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver:  Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: Rear Passenger: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars). |
2008 Kia Spectra Review
The 2008 Kia Spectra5 is a sedan that is offered in one trim only - the SX. The 2008 Kia Spectra5 comes with a customary 2.0-liter, I4, 138-hp engine and a 5-speed manual transmission, however; a 4-speed automatic transmission is optional. The 2008 Kia Spectra5 is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan that carries a 60,000mi/60 month basic warranty.
Some of the standard features on the Kia Spectra5 include the following: front and rear suspension, stabilizer bar, traction control, stability control, alloy wheels, compact spare tire, safety airbags, child safety door locks, tilt steering column, front power outlets, emergency fuel shut off, vehicle anti-theft, full power accessories, keyless entry, remote controls, remote releases, sport cloth interior, reclining bucket seats with height adjust, multiple storage compartments, cruise control, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, delayed courtesy lighting, illuminated entry, automatic headlights, halogen headlights, fog lights, stereo with CD player, air conditioning, rear HVAC ducts, carpeted floor mats, leather steering wheel, tinted glass, folding/heated/power adjustable mirrors, window anti-lockout and front/rear intermittent wipers.
Some premium optional upgrades are wheel locks, ABS brakes, CD changer and a remote start.
The base starting price for the 2008 Kia Spectra5 family sedan is $15,995.
Some of the standard features on the Kia Spectra5 include the following: front and rear suspension, stabilizer bar, traction control, stability control, alloy wheels, compact spare tire, safety airbags, child safety door locks, tilt steering column, front power outlets, emergency fuel shut off, vehicle anti-theft, full power accessories, keyless entry, remote controls, remote releases, sport cloth interior, reclining bucket seats with height adjust, multiple storage compartments, cruise control, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, delayed courtesy lighting, illuminated entry, automatic headlights, halogen headlights, fog lights, stereo with CD player, air conditioning, rear HVAC ducts, carpeted floor mats, leather steering wheel, tinted glass, folding/heated/power adjustable mirrors, window anti-lockout and front/rear intermittent wipers.
Some premium optional upgrades are wheel locks, ABS brakes, CD changer and a remote start.
The base starting price for the 2008 Kia Spectra5 family sedan is $15,995.
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| 2008 Kia Spectra , EX, LX, SX | N/A |
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2008 Kia Spectra Models & Prices
2008 Kia Spectra LX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn Man LX | $12,895 | $12,345 | $202 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Auto LX | $13,895 | $13,300 | $217 / Month* | |
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2008 Kia Spectra EX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn Man EX | $14,895 | $13,925 | $227 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Auto EX | $15,895 | $14,860 | $243 / Month* | |
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2008 Kia Spectra SX
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 4dr Sdn Man SX | $15,995 | $14,955 | $244 / Month* | |
| 4dr Sdn Auto SX | $16,995 | $15,890 | $259 / Month* | |
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2008 Kia Spectra BASE
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 5dr HB Man Spectra5 | $15,995 | $14,955 | $244 / Month* | |
| 5dr HB Auto Spectra5 | $16,995 | $15,890 | $259 / Month* | |
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2008 Kia Spectra Features and Standard Equipment
EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING Features
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City 23/hwy 30 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans) | • | • | • | • |
| City 24/hwy 32 (2.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) | • | • | • | • |
EXTERIOR Features
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body-color body-side moldings | • | • | • | • |
| Body-color door handles | • | • | • | • |
| Body-color heated pwr mirrors | • | • | • | |
| Body-color mirrors | • | |||
| Body-color rear garnish w/chrome accent | • | |||
| Clear-lens headlights w/auto-off feature | • | • | • | • |
| Front fog lamps | • | • | ||
| Front/rear fascias | • | • | ||
| Front/rear spoiler, side sill moldings, rear valance | • | |||
| Front/rear spoilers, side sill moldings, rear valance | • | |||
| Rear intermittent windshield wiper | • | |||
| Tinted glass w/windshield sunshade band | • | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers | • | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split-folding rear seat | • | • | • | • |
| Air conditioning | • | • | • | |
| AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: (6) speakers, auxiliary input jack | • | • | • | • |
| Carpeted floor mats | • | • | ||
| Center console w/padded armrest-inc: dual storage, dual 12V pwr outlet | • | • | • | • |
| Cloth upholstery | • | • | ||
| Cruise Control | • | • | ||
| Dual front/rear cupholders | • | • | • | |
| Dual map lights w/sunglasses holder | • | • | • | |
| Dual visor vanity mirrors w/covers | • | • | • | • |
| Floor mats | • | |||
| Front bucket seats w/driver seat 6-way adjustment | • | • | • | • |
| Front cupholders | • | |||
| Front door map pockets w/bottle holder | • | • | • | • |
| Fuel door, hood & trunk remote release | • | • | • | • |
| Garment hooks | • | • | • | • |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel & shift knob | • | • | ||
| Metal pedals | • | • | ||
| Metal-grain interior accents | • | • | ||
| Pwr door locks w/remote keyless entry | • | • | • | |
| Pwr windows | • | • | • | |
| Rear window defroster | • | • | • | • |
| Sport cloth upholstery w/door panel inserts | • | • | ||
| Tilt steering wheel | • | • | • | • |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | • | • | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15" steel wheels | • | • | ||
| 16" alloy wheels | • | • | ||
| 2.0L DOHC CVVT 16-valve I4 engine | • | • | • | • |
| 4-speed automatic transmission w/OD | • | • | • | • |
| 5-speed manual transmission w/OD | • | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear stabilizer bars | • | • | • | • |
| Independent dual-link rear suspension | • | • | • | • |
| Independent MacPherson strut front suspension | • | • | • | • |
| P195/60R15 tires | • | • | ||
| P205/50R16 tires | • | • | ||
| Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes | • | • | • | |
| Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes | • | |||
| Pwr rack & pinion steering | • | • | • | • |
| Sport-tuned suspension | • | • | ||
| Strut tower bar | • |
SAFETY Features
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners w/force limiters, height-adjustable anchors | • | • | • | • |
| 3-point rear seat belts | • | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger advanced airbags | • | • | • | • |
| Driver & front passenger seat-mounted side airbags | • | • | • | • |
| Energy-absorbing steering column | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear crumple zones | • | • | • | • |
| Front/rear side curtain airbags | • | • | • | • |
| Internal emergency trunk release | • | • | • | |
| Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) | • | • | • | • |
| Rear child safety door locks | • | • | • | • |
| Side-impact door beams | • | • | • | • |
2008 Kia Spectra Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| 15" ALLOY WHEELS (REQ: CC Cruise Control) | • | |||
| 4-WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (REQ: CG 6-disc In-dash CD Changer & SR Pwr Sunroof) | • | • | ||
| 6-DISC IN-DASH CD CHANGER | • | • | ||
| AIR CONDITIONING | • | |||
| CRUISE CONTROL | • | |||
| PWR SUNROOF (REQ: AB 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System & SR Pwr Sunroof) | • | • |
PAINT Options
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| ** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA-SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST ** | • | • | • | • |
| FLOOR MATS (PIO) | • | |||
| REAR SPOILER (PIO) | • | • | ||
| REMOTE START (PIO) | • | • | • | • |
| WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) | • | • | • |
2008 Kia Spectra Technical Specifications
Brakes
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| Brake ABS System | ||||
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.8 x - TBD - | 10.8 x - TBD - | 10.8 x - TBD - | 10.8 x - TBD - |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.2 x - TBD - | 10.2 x - TBD - | 10.2 x - TBD - |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| Trunk Volume (ft) | 12.2 | 12.2 | 12.2 | N/A |
Engine
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| Displacement | 2.0L/122 | 2.0L/122 | 2.0L/122 | 2.0L/122 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 138 @ 6000 | 138 @ 6000 | 138 @ 6000 | 138 @ 6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 136 @ 4500 | 136 @ 4500 | 136 @ 4500 | 136 @ 4500 |
Exterior Dimensions
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 57.9 | 57.9 | 57.9 | 57.9 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 177.2 | 177.2 | 177.6 | 171.3 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.3 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 102.8 | 102.8 | 102.8 | 102.8 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 68.3 | 68.3 | 68.3 | 68.3 |
Fuel Tank
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.0 | 14.0 | 14.0 | 14.0 |
Steering
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 33.3 | 33.3 | 33.3 | 33.3 |
Suspension
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | Independent | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Independent | Independent | Independent | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Dual-Link | Dual-Link | Dual-Link | Dual-Link |
Tires
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P195/60R15 | P195/60R15 | P205/50R16 | P205/50R16 |
| Rear Tire Size | P195/60R15 | P195/60R15 | P205/50R16 | P205/50R16 |
Transmission
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Type | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Vehicle
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 40.0 | 40.0 | 40.0 | 40.0 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.8 | 42.8 | 42.8 | 42.8 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 55.1 | 55.1 | 55.1 | 55.1 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 97.0 | 97.0 | 97.0 | 98.1 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 38.2 | 38.2 | 38.2 | 38.8 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.4 | 35.4 | 35.4 | 35.4 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 53.9 | 53.9 | 53.9 | 53.9 |
Weight Information
| LX | EX | SX | BASE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2701 | 2701 | 2701 | 2833 |
2008 Kia Spectra Safety Features
Safety Features
| Driver & front passenger advanced airbags |
| Driver & front passenger seat-mounted side airbags |
| Front/rear side curtain airbags |
| 3-point front seat belts-inc: pretensioners w/force limiters, height-adjustable anchors |
| 3-point rear seat belts |
| Rear child safety door locks |
| Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) |
| Internal emergency trunk release |
| Energy-absorbing steering column |
| Side-impact door beams |
| Front/rear crumple zones |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | |
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| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS |
Frontal crash ratings: Driver: Passenger: Side crash ratings: Driver: Rear Passenger: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags. NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars). |
