I rented a 2002 Spectra saloon 1.6A over 4 days, and managed only between 8.5 - 9km/l, using Mobil 92RON (min RON required is 91RON)
RPM was kept below 3000rpm, 70/30 highway/city driving.
The car's mileage was 42,600km, and was last serviced at 38,000km.
Is such high fuel consumption normal for the Kia Spectra?
And I found the acceleration for its 16 valve Mazda engine rather sluggish & engine note very coarse too, compared to my 11 yr old Vitara 1.6A, 8 valve, 3 speed auto.
No offence to Spectra owners, but your views are appreciated.