Overview of the car "Kia-the Spectrum": specifications, design

“Kia-the Spectrum” (photo presented in the article) – the first foreign car production, which began to gather in Russia. Some experts believe that this decision significantly reduces the position of domestic automotive industry in the market.

Model “Spectrum”: introduction

KIA Spectra – a budget model that is designed for the buyer of moderate means. With the beginning of its release, motorists have the opportunity with little or no overpayment to transfer to a prestigious foreign car. This category of consumers appreciate marketing calculations, and quality, optimally combined with the price.

However, if you look more closely, we offer the model «Kia Spectra”, for 12 thousand dollars offered truly minimal equipment. As a rule, Central locking, power Windows and security system, represented by two cushions for the driver and front seat passenger. If you wish to install the equipment in accordance with modern standards, it will cost much more.

The Car was first listed for sale on the world stage in 2002. It was created based on another model «Kia-Sephia” in the sedan. The size dimensions of this machine was quite significant: 4510х1720х1415 mm ground Clearance (clearance) the company is specially enhanced for Russian drivers in the new car he is 154 mm.

Exterior

Externally, the car «Kia-the Spectrum” (the photo proves it) combines the features of a representative and a sports car: appeared in front bilateral front optics, the sleek grille with chrome lines. The front bumper has manly features, on the sides which is a distinct round lights in case of fog. The car's profile is very simple, has no superfluous lines, curves, body side moldings adorn installed in the lower part.

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A Distinctive feature of the machine – the domed shape of the roof, and flat parapet line. No less a grace to the car «Kia Spectra” adds the original rear lights. They are made in round shape, reminiscent of representatives of the premium class. In addition, the lines of the tailgate are certain features of singularity and originality.

Interior

Having Examined carefully the appearance, should start to review internal decoration of car. The whole design of the interior is executed in simple lines, no color saturation. Despite all the space, to accommodate up to five passengers will be difficult. Such inconveniences are easily explained bad design of the rear seat.

Model «Kia Spectra” refers to the budget segment, therefore, rely on expensive materials is not necessary, although the plastic quality is on a good level, but over time he begins to creak.

In the cabin management functions are performed directly on the centre console. Disappointing lack of audio, only the initial preparation in the form of wiring may be present in the base set. Around the perimeter of the panel is built-the unusual shape of the baffles. The unit climate control is at the bottom, which is quite convenient. In addition, the vehicle for maximum comfort received as options are air conditioning (top filling). Under the left hand driver's most modern control unit with mirrors and Windows.

System Components

The safety of the vehicle “Kia Spectra” provide the installed system. Among the active components that assist in the management, there is a power steering system ABC. Particularly noteworthy are the airbags that are installed only in the front and a triggered in a frontal collision. For payment of a certain amount of funds, you can increase the quantity up to 6 pieces.

Engines

As the power units for various regions were represented by the following model, which was established on the ‘Kia-the Spectrum”.

• Engine for the European market was presented in two versions – 1.6 and 1.8 liters.
• American buyers got a car with two-litre power unit;
• For Russian motorists machine is presented with a 4-cylinder device with a volume of 1.6 liters and power 100 HP

The transmission on the car can be installed as a 5-speed manual and automatic four-stage. “Spectrum” demonstrates good data on the road, the bumps are eaten with a Bang, this is due to the installation of modern suspension type: front – independent type "McPherson", rear – semi-beam.

Summing up

Talking about the car «Kia», we can distinguish many significant advantages. First of all, it is a good level of safety, great efficiency. Car Assembly at the plant in Izhevsk allows manufacturers to inflate the price of the car and provide a wide range of parts. «Kia Spectra” in the best years of sales cost about 300 thousand rubles.

Of the downsides of the car savings on materials. As well as the most inconvenient many saydashboard. The elements are arranged in an unusual order, so for better control have a long time to get used to it.