![]() ![]() When that seat is completely folded - it is split, so you can leave part of it up for a passenger - capacity expands to an impressive 52.8 cubic feet. The Spectra 5 is six inches shorter than the sedan, but while it is more stubby, there is 18.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat. ![]() Its trunk, at 12.2 cubic feet, is also larger. The Spectra sedan's wheelbase is two inches longer now, and the car is roomier. The influence of these young customizers has spread from Los Angeles across the country and around the world. The top-line sedan, the SX (there are also LX and EX versions) looks the sportiest, with a black mesh grille, fog lights and a rear spoiler.Īll Spectra 5's come with trim similar to the SX sedans', but these hatchbacks have an even bolder look inspired by the import-tuner crowd. A sharp crease along the sides gives the illusion of a wedge shape. But even the sedan is more distinctive now, thanks to a complete redesign and re-engineering that relegates the unimpressive old Spectra to the backlot of automotive history. Kia expects 30 percent of Spectra buyers to choose the hatchback. Hyundai, Kia's corporate cousin, has its own sporty hatch, the Elantra GT. The Spectra 5 wades into a pool already brimming with similarly configured cars: Ford Focus ZX5, Pontiac Vibe, Scion xB, Suzuki Reno, Toyota Matrix and the hatchback version of the hot-selling Mazda 3. While hatchbacks have never been big sellers in the American market, their numbers are growing. While the last-generation Spectra came only as a frumpy small sedan, Kia has thoroughly revamped the line for 2005 and added this five-passenger "five door" model - like many competitors, Kia counts the rear hatch as a door. Now they are adding some styling pizazz to the mix, which includes levels of refinement approaching that of well-regarded Japanese-brand cars.Ĭheck out the Kia Spectra 5, a sporty new hatchback. LOS ANGELES - SOUTH KOREA'S automakers have made steady gains with American customers by selling low-price vehicles packed with features and supported by long warranties. ![]()
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