Kia Spectra MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Kia Spectra model year from 2000 to 2009 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Spectra has been offered with 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2009 (up to 27 MPG combined). All rated gas versions run on regular gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Kia Spectra fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 26–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 26–27 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 26 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 25 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 25 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 22–25 MPG | 2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 22–24 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 22–24 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 23–24 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 22–23 MPG | 1.8L 4-cyl | — | — |
2009 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2009 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
2008 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2008 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 26 to 27 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 24 | 32 | 27 MPG |
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
2007 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2007 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 26 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 23 | 30 | 26 MPG |
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 23 | 32 | 26 MPG |
2006 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2006 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 22 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
2005 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2005 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (2.0L 4-cyl), with combined economy of 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Spectra | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 30 | 25 MPG |
2004 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2004 Spectra was EPA-rated in 4 versions (2.0L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 25 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra 2.0L | 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 29 | 25 MPG |
| Spectra 2.0L | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG |
| Spectra 1.8L | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Spectra 1.8L | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2003 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2003 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2002 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2002 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG |
| Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 27 | 22 MPG |
2001 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2001 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 23 to 24 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sephia/Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 22 | 28 | 24 MPG |
| Sephia/Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 19 | 28 | 23 MPG |
2000 Kia Spectra: engines & MPG
The 2000 Spectra was EPA-rated in 2 versions (1.8L 4-cyl), with combined economy from 22 to 23 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sephia/Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 20 | 29 | 23 MPG |
| Sephia/Spectra | 1.8L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Kia Spectra get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Spectra range from 23 to 27 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2009 model year.
What engines does the 2009 Kia Spectra have?
The 2009 Spectra was EPA-rated with 2.0L 4-cyl engines — see the 2009 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Kia Spectra require premium gas?
No — rated versions run on regular gasoline.
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