Trim Report

Kia Spectra EX2004

Includes:SPECTRA|EX
$2,950
Starting From
20
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 20 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $2,950
Max $8,331
From $2,950
Fresh

EX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$6,990
$7K–$7K
1 listings75,000 avg miles
EX
From$2,950
20 listings|$3K–$8K

2004 Kia Spectra EX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Spectra EX

Location data for all 2004 Kia Spectra trims combined

16States

Texas has the most inventory at 11%, with options spread across 16 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Kia Spectra Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2004 Kia Spectra trims

High Concern

With 1 recalls and 71 complaints, the 2004 Kia Spectra rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
71
Complaints
16
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
11V2560002011-25-04
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 SPECTRA LD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 7, 2003, THROUGH MARCH 6, 2007, ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT CORROSION OF THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WHICH HOLD THE TANK MAY OCCUR AS A RESULT OF PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ROAD SALT. AS A RESULT OF THE CORROSION, ONE OR BOTH STRAPS MAY SEPARATE ALLOWING THE FUEL TANK TO CONTACT THE GROUND AND POSSIBLY DISRUPT THE INTEGRITY OF THE TANK.

THE FUEL TANK CAN FALL FROM THE VEHICLE AND STRIKE THE GROUND WHICH COULD CAUSE A FUEL LEAK. LEAKING FUEL CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2004 Kia Spectra's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 71 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags18
02Power Train12
03Vehicle Speed Control7
04Electrical System4
05Engine And Engine Cooling3
71 total across 1 model years (2004–2004)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Spectra Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2004 Kia Spectra trims

22–25mpg combined
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19-22city
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27-31hwy
·
$2,700-$3,050/yr

Fuel economy for the 2004 Kia Spectra ranges from 22 to 25 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Spectra 2.0L - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city31 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Spectra 2.0L - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city29 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Spectra 1.8L - Manual 5-spd
24mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Spectra 1.8L - Automatic 4-spd
22mpg
1.8L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2004 Kia Spectra EX FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the EX compare to other Kia Spectra trims?

The EX occupies a distinct position in the Kia Spectra range. See how it stacks up on the 2004 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2004 Kia Spectra EX?

Maintenance costs for the EX align with the broader Kia Spectra ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2004 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 2004 Kia Spectra page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Spectra EX?

For the EX, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Kia Spectra buyer's guide.

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