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2004 Kia Spectra

US · Compact Cars

The 2004 Kia Spectra is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
GASOLINE
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder
Displacement1.8 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
City22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 17, 2026.

  • 11V256000: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

    KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 SPECTRA LD VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 7, 2003, THROUGH MARCH 6, 2007, ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE…

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK STRAPS AND ATTACHING HARDWARE WITH NEW ZINC COATED PARTS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 6, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

    Reported April 25, 2011. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 17, 2026

Data verified: October 17, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • 1.8L 4-cylinder · FWD
    24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

  • 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
    25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2004 Kia Spectra have?

Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Kia Spectra?

Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2004 Kia Spectra front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2004 Kia Spectra?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 17, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.