I was initially very surprised at how much I like the Kia Spectra5. The car handles quite well and is a joy to drive. I own the Spectra5 with manual transmission and it was a great car to learn on, very forgiving. The Kia gets up to speed admirably and can be zippy in and out of traffic. Friends are surprised at how fun the car is to drive. It has held up to wear and tear, going from the rainy and mild west coast across the country to the salted streets of the snowy Midwest. The hatchback is a great feature and has allowed more than enough space for me to pack up my life (twice), most recently with a dog in tow. It is the perfect car for a college/graduate student.

This car is absolutely fantastic. The leather powered/heated seats are very comfortable and the entire interior of the car gives you the feel of a luxury car of a much higher price point. The dashboard and console have a look of sophistication about them and they are lined with a faux wood grain. The exterior of the car also has a look of luxury about it. It resembles some of the cars from other luxury car makers such as Jaguar and Mercedes. It's V6 engine has the power to get you where you need to go while being nearly silent.