Before buying a used 2008 Kia Spectra, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
A 0–100 grade from public NHTSA data — higher means fewer reported problems. How it's calculated
137 complaints filed with NHTSA (23 involving a crash, 3 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.
No NHTSA recalls are on file for the 2008 Kia Spectra.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.
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2008 Kia Spectra 4-DR w/SAB
2008 Kia Spectra 5-DR w/SAB
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra — Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 9.8 L/100 km (24 mpg) | 7.4 L/100 km (32 mpg) | 8.7 L/100 km (27 mpg) |
| Spectra — Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.