Kia Spectra

2006 - 2009 models

OVERALL BUMPER EVALUATION:

OVERALL WEIGHTED AVERAGE DAMAGE: $2,254

TEST DETAILS: During the front full-overlap test, the Kia Spectra bumper system underrode the barrier, resulting in damage to the cover, grille, headlamps, radiator support, hood, both fenders and air conditioning condenser. During the rear full-overlap test, the bumper fully engaged the barrier; however, in addition to bumper cover and absorber damage, the rear body panel was buckled around the sidemember ends and both quarter panels were buckled above the rear wheel openings. During the front corner test, there was no bumper/barrier lateral engagement, resulting in the headlamp being crushed by the barrier backstop; in turn, the headlamp was driven into the fender, bending the leading edge of the fender. During the rear corner test, the bumper engaged the barrier, limiting damage to the bumper system (cover and absorber).

Front full test damage: $3,430	Rear full test damage: $2,505	Front corner test damage: $979	Rear corner test damage: $675

Click on photo for larger view | damage repair estimates are as of April, 2008