What is the accident rate for the Kia Spectra?

The Kia Spectra has an accident rate of 27.9% based on 725 vehicles analyzed from 2001–2009. The salvage rate is 1.2% and the total loss rate is 1.4%.

Is the Kia Spectra reliable?

The Kia Spectra has an odometer issue rate of 1.4%, a frame damage rate of 7.2%, and an average of 2.8 owners. The theft rate is 0.0%.

Kia Spectra Statistics

725 vehicles analyzed (2001–2009)

Last updated: May 2026

The Kia Spectra has an accident rate of 27.9% based on 725 vehicles analyzed from 2001 to 2009. The salvage title rate is 1.2% and the total loss rate is 1.4%. Average mileage is 122,982 miles with 2.8 owners on average.

Safety & Risk Profile

27.9%

Accident Rate

1.4%

Total Loss Rate

7.2%

Frame Damage

1.2%

Salvage Title

1.4%

Odometer Issues

Ownership Data

Avg Owners2.8

Avg Mileage122,982 mi

Common Specs

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Accident Rate Over Time

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Year	Vehicles	Accident Rate
2003 Kia Spectra	14	7.1%
2004 Kia Spectra	44	20.4%
2005 Kia Spectra	58	25.9%
2006 Kia Spectra	123	29.3%
2007 Kia Spectra	109	26.6%
2008 Kia Spectra	175	29.7%
2009 Kia Spectra	192	31.3%

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