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19/08/2008 01:15. Considered a 2007 âBest Betâ by The Car Book in the Compact category and receiving two distinctions from Edmunds.com (âConsumers Most-Wanted â Wagons under $25,000â and âTop 10 Cars under $15,000â), the Spectra sedan and five-door will only continue to further impress consumers and media in 2008.

Following Kiaâs core philosophies of providing value, safety, warranty and fun to the driving experience, the Spectra lineup is available in several trim levels (LX, EX, and SX four-door; SX five-door) and offers a host of standard amenities to appeal to a wide range of consumers.

Spectra and Spectra5 vehicles are powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine, which features Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and multi-port electronic fuel injection. Producing 138 horsepower... // Auto Spectator