Used 2011 Kia Optima EX Sedan Review
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Great car for anyone with realistic expectations
titan415, Dayton, OH, 11/03/2011
2011 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
I'm always interested to see how people react to things. Some people drive this car and see it for what it is: a great value and a really good car.
And then there are those to say that it's not a good car because they have driven, owned, or dreampt of better. You'll see plenty of those reviews here and other places.
The reality is that this car is great for the money, offers a huge … range of features, has a warranty that should allay any fears about the uknown, and, finally, it looks hot.
It's not a perfect car, true. The wide c-pillar creates a blind spot, the engine isn't V6 smooth, and it's true that the seats aren't the best. But nits aside, this is a seriously good car.
The Optima ROCKS!
lovemyoptima, Boulder, CO, 07/10/2012
2011 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
My Optima is 1 year old - 22,000 miles - mostly interstate/highway.I'm still in love with this car! I'm confused by other posts about the poor gas mileage?I just took a trip from Boulder CO through the mountains (Hwy 285) down to northern NM and got an average of 32.5 MPG and just under 600 miles to the tank. Coming back, I got 550 miles to the tank or 29 mpg (had to climb more coming … back).In town I'm getting 24.5-27 MPG.Until I took the plunge and bought a KIA I was a Toyota gal (Camry and Corolla owner and I loved them)...I will never go back to Toyota...they are totally boring to the core.The 2011 Kia is a quality car. It might not be a BMW or Audi but it's the closest I'm going to get!
7,000 mile update
ggunderson2, Saint Louis, MO, 06/03/2011
2011 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
Just finished a Highway trip of 350 miles each way thru hilly country.
Average MPG of 37.8!!!
Seats remained comfortable, ride was quiet.
I have owned a new car every other year for at least 20 years and have NEVER gotten as many compliments for any other car.
The other day a gas station attendent ran out to ask questions.
Not a single rattle or any maintenance to-date.
You really … should look at this car as it cannot be touched at this price!
My First NEW CAR!!!! EX with Premium Package.
amarios, Olathe, KS, 03/21/2011
2011 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
March 17, 2011 I bought myself a new car.
I have to tell you that Kia has done an excellent job remodling this car, and of course the design and thanked to Audi ex designer.
Anyways other than that interior is nice as well as exterior.
This car gave me the best bang for my buck.
While driving people look at my car I notice and they look back a second time which I love so much because … than people are like that is a KIA yes it is and lovin' it!!!!
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 Kia Optima EX Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Powerful and fuel-efficient engines
- Pro:good ride/handling balance
- Pro:handsome cabin
- Pro:copious features
- Pro:top safety scores
- Pro:impressive value
- Pro:lengthy warranty.
- Con:Can be tight on headroom
- Con:disappointing real-world fuel economy and driving experience for hybrid
- Con:numb steering.
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