The Spectra is an inexpensive car, and this point is reflected in its interior. The dash design is generic and inoffensive, and could have come from one of many Asian sedans. The controls are easy to use, however. Kia has responded to earlier complaints about tiny radio controls. As a result, even ham-fingered auto writers can operate the Spectra's radio without much distraction. The base GS has a standard tachometer and AM/FM/cassette stereo.Door panels on less-expensive cars are often plain plastic, but both the GS and GSX have cloth door-panel inserts. The GSX upholstery is upgraded to sport cloth. The seat bottoms on the front buckets, however, are short on support for longer legs. Overall, the quality of the plastic parts in the interior is below the standards for the class. The GSX is enhanced by a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob. The rear seat will accommodate three, but not if they're adult males who plan to be there for a while. The seat folds 60/40 for cargo flexibility that challenges a small wagon and, with the Spectra's hatch design, is even easier access. Seats up, the official trunk has 11.6 cubic feet of luggage room, which is excellent for a small car.
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