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Kia Spectra Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2000–2002) — First Generation

This First Generation Kia Spectra covers compact Liftback and Sedan bodies for everyday driving. You get a straightforward family car rather than a sporty hatch, with simple mechanicals and a familiar cabin layout.

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Kia Spectra Engines and Transmissions

A Kia Spectra engine in this generation is a gasoline unit with a front-wheel-drive drivetrain. Liftback examples include 1.8 MT with a manual transmission and 1.8 AT with an automatic; the Sedan 1.5 MT pairs a smaller engine with a clutch. Expect easy commuting rather than strong acceleration.

Liftback — Kia Spectra Engines and Transmissions

Liftback Kia Spectra Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.8 MTGasoline1793 cm³127 hp93 kW167 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 ATGasoline1793 cm³127 hp93 kW167 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

Sedan — Kia Spectra Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Kia Spectra Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.5 MTGasoline1498 cm³88 hp65 kW135 N⋅mManualFWD

Kia Spectra Dimensions

Liftback — Kia Spectra Dimensions

Liftback Kia Spectra Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
1.8 MT4475 mm1700 mm1410 mm2560 mm1161 kg
1.8 AT4475 mm1700 mm1410 mm2560 mm1180 kg

Sedan — Kia Spectra Dimensions

Sedan Kia Spectra Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.5 MT4427 mm1711 mm1413 mm2560 mm1138 kg1590 kg150 mm

Kia Spectra Cargo Space

Liftback — Kia Spectra Cargo Space

Liftback Kia Spectra Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.8 MT430 l780 l
1.8 AT430 l780 l

Sedan — Kia Spectra Cargo Space

Sedan Kia Spectra Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
1.5 MT349 l