2004 Kia Optima Consumer Discussions

Kia Optima Real World MPG

Re: Kia Optima 2007-- MPG, Real World Numbers [bob912]

Written by: backy on Sep 16, 2009 06:42 AM

...notice that the 2.4 Kia,Hyundai,and Dodge engine are the same No, they are not. I have done my homework on this, sir. Under the new joint venture, Hyundai will have the lead responsibility for implementing the decisions of the joint venture company for design, development and engineering. http://media.mitsubishi-motors.com/pressrelease/e/corporate/detail156.html ... Read More...

KIA Dealership Service Experiences

Re: Optima service horror [cc4life]

Written by: mickeyrom on Sep 09, 2009 09:50 AM

So what is the status right now.I don't think the newer KIAs are quite what the 2004s were,but a 2.7 is probably basically the same.I would not have that engine.I have to admit that your story has made me pretty nervous about my 2006.5 withe the 2.4 engine. On another thread on Edmunds,somebody said they had to replace their serpentine belt at 30K but never replied ... Read More...

Kia Optima 2006 and earlier

Re: fuel filter confusion [capt4]

Written by: jose4autos on Aug 17, 2009 08:51 AM

My 2004 Kia Optima has it in the tank. Open trunk door, fold back seats of car. You will see a oval cover, remove (does not have screws), you will see a round cover with about6 screws, this is your fuel pump. I have not done the filter replacement yet, but according some postings it is part of the pump. Just be careful since you are dealing with a very flammable area. Read More...

Re: Opinions on 2004 Optima LX [capt4]

Written by: lhy on Jul 01, 2009 01:04 AM

Are there any problems with non-dealer mechanics working on the car? Or can most generic repair shops handle a KIA? How about the issue with the front sub-frame recall? Read More...

Sonata vs Optima

Sonata vs Optima

Written by: lhy on Jun 30, 2009 06:18 AM

Is the 2004 Hyundai Sonata the same car as a 2004 Kia Optima? I am looking at buying a used car and possibly choosing between the two. All things being equal, is one model preferable over the other? How reliable are the transmissions and engines on these vehicles? (I have heard that the timing belts tend to wear out quickly) Is the V6 engine better than the 4-cylinder ... Read More...

Kia Optima 2006 and earlier

Re: ACCELERATION LOSS [asumner]

Written by: neenee1985 on Mar 27, 2009 02:26 PM

I have a 2004 kia optima and my vehicle does the same thing. No one seems to know anything but now my cruise control is also messing up it wont come on and sometimes it wont respond. Read More...

KIA Dealership Service Experiences

Re: 2001 Kia Optima transmission problems [marhar60]

Written by: mickeyrom on Mar 09, 2009 02:34 PM

Don't confuse a 2001 KIA with the ones built after 2006.There is a quantum difference in quality,although in 2004 and 2005 the Optima got decent reviews,not so the ones older than that.Sorry to be the bearer of bad news. Read More...

Kia Optima 2006 and earlier

Kia Optima 2004 fuel filter question ~ bucking problem

Written by: griff252 on Aug 04, 2008 04:47 AM

I have a kia Optima 5 speed with approx 50,000 mls. I got it used with approx 32000 miles 3.4 years ago. No problems at all, its been a great car. A month or so ago I was driving along and it bucked a bit, not when shifting, just as I was driving. Didnt happen again. Last week my gas was low but no light on and I was in 3rd and driving along and it bucked again, I didnt see the engine ... Read More...

Kia Optima 2006.5-2008

Re: Help with Kia Optima ex 2004 5 speed [griff252]

Written by: csandste on Aug 04, 2008 00:14 AM

You're posting in the wrong forum. This is a different car. You might also want to post on the Sonata forum if they have the pre- 2006 car isolated. Five-speed doesn't mean much these days as in the 06.5+ Optimas, all transmissions--manual and auto-- are five speed. Read More...

Help with Kia Optima ex 2004 5 speed

Written by: griff252 on Aug 03, 2008 06:59 PM

I have a kia Optima 5 speed with approx 50,000 mls. I got it used with approx 32000 miles 3.4 years ago. No problems at all, its been a great car. A month or so ago I was driving along and it bucked a bit, not when shifting, just as I was driving. Didnt happen again. Last week my gas was low but no light on and I was in 3rd and driving along and it bucked again, I didnt see the engine ... Read More...