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Used Kia Spectra

Being the successor the Kia Sephia, it has a lot of common specifications. This initially introduced hatchback (now offers a sedan), was released in 2000 and was redesigned in the years 2004-2005.The first generation Kia Spectra was the hatchback version of the Kia Sephia and Kia Shuma. The basis for this model was the previously released hatchback, the Kia Mentor. After a few years, it released the redesigned model named Kia spectra Wing of the Kia Shuma II. This model’s performance is as follows (depending on the engine installed):

The second generation Spectra, upon its release in 2005, has shared its platform with the Hyundai Elantra. Its hatchback version was called Spectra5 or Kia Cerato in countries like Korea, Singapore and Australia. This model uses hyundai’s engine, the Beta II G4GC, which is CVVT enabled.

Estimated Price Range for Used Kia Spectra: $1,300-$13,000
Estimated MPG for Kia Spectra: 24 City/32 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, LS, GS, GSX
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Kia Spectra Crash Test

September 10, 2008 at 3:34 pm | No comment

Used Kia Sportage

The compact crossover SUV of Kia, the Sportage, was originally released in as a minisuv but by its comeback in 2005, it was considerably larger than the previous model so it was classified as a compact crossover SUV.In its first generation, it shares a lot of the mechanical components with Mazda. This was due to the Ford-Mazda-Kia alliance in the 1990s. This alliance features the product and technology sharing of the companies.The first generation was sold in two types: the four-door and the two-door soft-top convertible. The four-door model is boasting of the knee airbag, the first in the world.

By 2003, the Sportage ceased its production to wait for the released of the second generation Sportage.The second generation was released in 2005, after a two-year hiatus. This model now part of the Elantra-based platform. With a 2.0 L I4 Diesel engine is boasts of its comfortness, silent and fun ride.

Base MSRP for New Kia Sportage: $18,500
Estimated Price Range for Used Kia Sportage: $1,000-$12,500
Estimated MPG for Kia Sportage: 20 City/25 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, 4WD
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Kia Sportage Review

September 10, 2008 at 3:31 pm | No comment

Used Saturn Astra

The Saturn Astra is another one of the amazing and top selling car models under Saturn, a subsidiary company of the automobile and vehicle manufacturing company General Motors. It was first enunciated into the commercial market last 1991 with variations as a hatchback, saloon and as an estate wagon. It is a series of cars that carry the will of GM or General Motors in providing the best types of vehicles to every car fanatic and enthusiast in the car industry.

The latest model of the Saturn Astra is the Delta II which is schedule to be shown into the Frankfurt Motor Show this coming September of the current year 2009. It comes in both manual and automatic transmissions with speeds of 4, 5, and 6. It has the powerful I4 Saturn engine with a whopping 200 hp or horsepower. To date, this series of cars has sold tens of thousands of units annually, making it one of the best sellers that the Saturn brand has to offer.

Estimated Price Range for Used Saturn MODEL: $8,000-$14,000
Estimated MPG for Saturn MODEL: 24 City/30 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, XE, XR
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Saturn Astra Review

September 10, 2008 at 3:29 pm | No comment

Used Saturn Aura

General Motors, an elite car making corporation, has done it again with its subsidiary, the Saturn brand with the release of the Saturn Aura. This Saturn Aura is a medium sized vehicle that made its way into the car industry as a “concept car” in the North American International Auto Show last 2005. It replaced the L-Series from the Saturn brand since then. It is considered as one of the key cars for General Motors and Saturn since it is intended to “reinvent” the Saturn line of cars as of date.

This Saturn Aura comes with a powerful V6 engine that has a whopping 252 horsepower. It comes in automatic transmission for both 4 and 6 speeds of configurations. As a 4-door sedan, it has the power of the big guys yet it is smaller in size. It has the Saturn style of luxury and convenience that can only be found in Saturn branded vehicles and no where else.

Estimated Price Range for Used Saturn Aura: $7,000-$10,000
Estimated MPG for Saturn Aura: 22 City/26 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, XE. XR
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Saturn Aura Review

September 10, 2008 at 3:26 pm | No comment

Used Saturn Ion

The Saturn Ion was a car sold under the Saturn brand of the American based automobile making corporation General Motors. It was first introduced into the car market last 2003, replacing the Saturn S-Series in the list of available cars of GM. It was then replaced by the new Saturn Astra last 2008, with its last units being manufactured last March 2007.

The Saturn Ion featured the all powerful and supercharged Saturn I4 engine, coming in at manual transmission with both 4 and 5 speeds of configuration and at automatic transmission also with both 4 and 5 speeds of configuration. It has a 13 gallon capacity of fuel or roughly 49.2 liters. As a 4 door coupe and sedan, it is one of the most elegant and stylish cars under the Saturn brand. As such, it has been one of the most patronized car models both by car fanatics and avid car collectors as of the latest.

Estimated Price Range for Used Saturn Ion: $1,500-$10,000
Estimated MPG for Saturn Ion: 22 City/31 Hwy
Available Trims: Base, 1, 2, 3
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