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2003 Kia Spectra Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 2003 Kia Spectra specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 2003 Kia Spectra warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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Overview

Select Style

Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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MSRP *
$11,695
Invoice *
$10,965
Engine
1.8L I-4 124 HP 119.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,900 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
24.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
32.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
60/60,000

Powertrain

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Engine
1.8L I-4 124 HP 119.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,900 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Alternator
80 amp
Battery
540 amp with run down protection
Axle Ratio
4.10 / 3.83
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
13.2 gal.
Exhaust
partial stainless steel with polished tailpipe finish
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Front Suspension
strut
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Front Shocks
gas-pressurized
Rear Suspension
independent multi-link
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Rear Springs
coil
Rear Shocks
gas-pressurized
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
front disc/rear drum
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
14.0 " steel
Front Tires
P185/65HR14.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Seating Capacity
5
Front Seat Type
bucket
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Armrests
center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
8-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
60-40 bench
Rear Headrests
fixed
Seat Trim
cloth
Door Trim
cloth
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear
Dashboard Insert
simulated wood / carbon fibre / metal-look

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Roof Features
roof rack
Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
glove box
Dome Light
delay
Reading Lights
front
Floor Console
full
Overhead Console
mini with storage
Cup Holder
front
Instrument Panel Storage
bin
Seatback Storage
1
Door Bins
dual
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Cargo Net
cargo net
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
CD
in-dash mounted single
Speakers
4
Antenna
fixed
Door Locks
manual
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
mechanical
Remote Fuel Flap Release
mechanical
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Power Outlets
1
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Smokers Package
ashtray
Lighter Elements
front
Instrument Display
analog
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Front Windows
manual
Rear Windows
manual
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
fixed interval
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Side Impact Bars
side impact beams
Seatbelt Pretensioners
front

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Door Count
4 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
10.4 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
177.6 "
Exterior Width
67.7 "
Exterior Height
55.7 "
Wheelbase
101 "
Front Tread
58 "
Rear Tread
57 "
Turning Radius
16.1 '
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
3,660 lbs.
Curb Weight
2,661 lbs. / 2,717 lbs.
Drag Coefficient
.31
Front Legroom
43.1 "
Rear Legroom
34.4 "
Front Headroom
39.6 "
Rear Headroom
37.6 "
Front Hiproom
52.1 "
Rear Hiproom
54.0 "
Front Shoulder Room
53.8 "
Rear Shoulder Room
54.2 "
Passenger Volume
94 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
10.4 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Mud Flaps
front and rear
Rear Spoiler
lip
Bumpers
body-colored
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Grille Moldings
with chrome bar
Paint
clearcoat monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual manual remote

Warranty

Select Style

Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $11,695 GS 4dr Liftback - MSRP $12,120 LS 4dr Sedan - MSRP $12,925 GSX 4dr Liftback - MSRP $13,965
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
60/60,000
Major Components Months/Miles
120/100,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/100,000
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
60/unlimited

Safety Ratings

Below is the 2003 Kia Spectra safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

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