How much does the 2008 Kia Spectra cost?

The 2008 Kia Spectra has a starting MSRP of $12,895, ranging up to $16,995 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LX from $12,895; EX from $14,895; SX from $15,995.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Kia Spectra?

The 2008 Kia Spectra achieves up to 27 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 Kia Spectra have?

The 2008 Kia Spectra offers up to 12.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2008 Kia Spectra come in?

The 2008 Kia Spectra is available in 3 trims (6 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive.

2008 Kia Spectra

3 trims · 6 configurations · Sedan

Starting MSRP

$12,895 – $16,995

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Kia Spectra? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates.

MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on LX

Total price (LX MSRP)

$12,895

Typical monthly

$255/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Kia Spectra trims

LX
2 configurations
MSRP
$12,895 – $13,895
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
12.2
Max towing
—
EX
2 configurations
MSRP
$14,895 – $15,895
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
12.2
Max towing
—
SX
2 configurations
MSRP
$15,995 – $16,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
138 hp
Torque
136 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
12.2
Max towing
—

Compare 2008 Kia Spectra trim specifications
Spec	LX2 configurations	EX2 configurations	SX2 configurations
MSRP	$12,895 – $13,895	$14,895 – $15,895	$15,995 – $16,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	23/30	23/30	23/30
Horsepower	138 hp	138 hp	138 hp
Torque	136 lb-ft	136 lb-ft	136 lb-ft
Engine	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	12.2	12.2	12.2
Max towing	—	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: LXgas
EXgas
SXgas
Fuel type: LXregular unleaded
EXregular unleaded
SXregular unleaded
Cylinders: LXI4
EXI4
SXI4
Displacement: LX2 L
EX2 L
SX2 L
Horsepower: LX138 hp
EX138 hp
SX138 hp
Torque: LX136 lb-ft
EX136 lb-ft
SX136 lb-ft
Transmission: LX5-speed manual
EX5-speed manual
SX5-speed manual
Drivetrain: LXfront wheel drive
EXfront wheel drive
SXfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: LXSedan
EXSedan
SXSedan
Doors: LX4
EX4
SX4
Seating: LX5
EX5
SX5
Length: LX177.2 in
EX177.2 in
SX177.6 in
Width: LX68.3 in
EX68.3 in
SX68.3 in
Height: LX57.9 in
EX57.9 in
SX57.9 in
Wheelbase: LX102.8 in
EX102.8 in
SX102.8 in
Ground clearance: LX6.3 in
EX6.3 in
SX6.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: LX12.2 cu ft
EX12.2 cu ft
SX12.2 cu ft
Curb weight: LX2,701 lbs
EX2,701 lbs
SX2,701 lbs
Fuel tank: LX14 gal
EX14 gal
SX14 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: LX26
EX26
SX26
City MPG: LX23
EX23
SX23
Highway MPG: LX30
EX30
SX30

Full specifications by trim
Spec	LX	EX	SX
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	I4
Displacement	2 L	2 L	2 L
Horsepower	138 hp	138 hp	138 hp
Torque	136 lb-ft	136 lb-ft	136 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	177.2 in	177.2 in	177.6 in
Width	68.3 in	68.3 in	68.3 in
Height	57.9 in	57.9 in	57.9 in
Wheelbase	102.8 in	102.8 in	102.8 in
Ground clearance	6.3 in	6.3 in	6.3 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	12.2 cu ft	12.2 cu ft	12.2 cu ft
Curb weight	2,701 lbs	2,701 lbs	2,701 lbs
Fuel tank	14 gal	14 gal	14 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	26	26	26
City MPG	23	23	23
Highway MPG	30	30	30

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2008 Kia Spectra FAQ

How much does the 2008 Kia Spectra cost?: The 2008 Kia Spectra has a starting MSRP of $12,895, ranging up to $16,995 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes LX from $12,895; EX from $14,895; SX from $15,995.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Kia Spectra?: The 2008 Kia Spectra achieves up to 27 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2008 Kia Spectra have?: The 2008 Kia Spectra offers up to 12.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How many trims does the 2008 Kia Spectra come in?: The 2008 Kia Spectra is available in 3 trims (6 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive.