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2009 Kia Spectra
$13,550 - $17,695Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
27 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Hatchback, Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The 2009 Kia Spectra has a starting base price of $13,200. The Spectra5, the hatch version, has a starting price of $16,345.
All 2009 Kia Spectra models are powered by a 138-horsepower 2.0L DOHC 4-cylinder engine, and available with either a...
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EPA Classification: Midsize
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas I4
Displacement: 2.0L/122
Fuel System: - TBD -
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 138 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 136 @ 4500
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 4
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 2.92
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 1.55
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.71
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1):
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.48
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.85
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 27
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 32
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 6.3
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 2767-2972
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Dual-Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System:
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.8 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.2 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P205/50R16
Rear Tire Size: P205/50R16
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 16 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 16 x - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material:
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.8
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 33.3
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 14.0
Wheelbase (in): 102.8
Length, Overall (in): 171.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 68.3
Height, Overall (in): 57.9
Track Width, Front (in): 58.9
Track Width, Rear (in): 58.5
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.3
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³): 18.3
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³): 52.8
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 98.1
Front Head Room (in): 40.0
Front Leg Room (in): 42.8
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Front Hip Room (in): 52.4
Second Head Room (in): 38.8
Second Leg Room (in): 35.4
Second Shoulder Room (in): 53.9
Second Hip Room (in): 53.9
Vehicle Name: Kia Spectra
Body Style: 5dr HB
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 7
Pricing
This model has 8 different trims.
MSRP
$17,695
Invoice
$16,540
Description
2.0L/122, 138 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 8 different trims.
City
24 MPG
Hwy
32 MPG
Combined
27 MPG
Description
2.0L/122, 138 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
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