Chevrolet HHR vs Kia Spectra5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Kia Spectra5
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia Spectra5Spectra5 SX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | Spectra5 SX |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia Spectra5Spectra5 SX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $18,720 | $16,695 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia Spectra5Spectra5 SX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal (best) | 14 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia Spectra5Spectra5 SX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp (best) | 138 hp |
| Torque | 150 lb-ft (best) | 136 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.2 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia Spectra5Spectra5 SX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 62.7 cu ft (best) | 52.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,155 lbs | 2,833 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.3 in | 6.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in (best) | 102.8 in |
| Length | 176.2 in (best) | 171.3 in |
| Width | 69.1 in (best) | 68.3 in |
| Height | 63.1 in (best) | 57.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet HHRLS | Kia Spectra5Spectra5 SX |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet HHR | Kia Spectra5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $18,720 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Spectra5 SX $16,695 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Panel LS $19,030 MSRP | Spectra5 SX $17,695 MSRP |
| 3 | LT $19,720 MSRP | — |