2006 Kia Spectra

$2,950
from
6
listings
$3K–$9K
price range
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Low$2,950
High$8,995
From$2,950
Avg Mileage166,667 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 6 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2006 Kia Spectra Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,950
$3K–$9K
6 listings166,667 avg miles
EX
From$2,950
20 listings|$3K–$8K

2006 Kia Spectra Pricing

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Kia Spectra Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2006 Kia Spectra's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 118 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
118
Complaints
30
Crashes
3
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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Kia Spectra has accumulated 118 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags49
02Fuel/propulsion System5
03Structure5
04Fuel System, Gasoline5
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
118 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Spectra Fuel Economy

25mpg combined
·
22city
·
30-31hwy
·
$2,700/yr

At 25 MPG combined, the 2006 Kia Spectra delivers consistent fuel economy whether you pick from 2 different setups. Budget accordingly.

By Trim
Spectra - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Spectra - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2006 Kia Spectra

16States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 16 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

2006 Kia Spectra Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2006 Kia Spectra a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2006 Kia Spectra. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2006 Kia Spectra?

NHTSA shows 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Kia Spectra. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Kia Spectra?

The 2006 Kia Spectra is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2006 Kia Spectra?

AIR BAGS problems top the list with 118 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2006 compare to other Kia Spectra years?

The 2006 sits at a specific point in the Kia Spectra lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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