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Squeeky brakes
C Johnson, 11/12/2002
2001 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought a used 2001 optima about 6 months ago. The brakes won't stop squeeking, even after new brake pads. The seats are not very comfortable. The starter feels like it is going out. The door lock keeps jamming. Poor gas mileage. Stiff suspension.
horrid, horrid, horrid car
cleo, 05/11/2010
2001 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)
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nothing but problems from the get go, quite expensive, 3rd set of brakes, alternator, batteries, electrical problems, expensive replacement parts, never ever ever ever ever buy a kia, only car i ever had that came close was a renault
Minor incov. make BIG PROBLEMS
pJ, 02/23/2003
2001 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Had to take in my car several times for electrical issues, moldings etc. Also received letter from Kia a year later stating the vehicle did not have a 70 hp engine as intially advertised when the vehicle was bought. The letter stated it had a 65 hp engine. Has depreciated and can not compare to similar models in its class do to HP and other factors. Engine ok...slow on start for V6. Will not buy again.
NEVER AGAIN
Julie, 08/21/2008
2001 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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OK, It looks good, HOWEVER, I have only had this car since 86,000 miles (Now 102,000) and have replaced the alternator twice, all four power windows, have had fuel problems, and check engine light comes on and off sporadically. I hate this car and will never buy a Kia again.
nastar3's review.
nastar3, 07/17/2003
2001 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I have had in the shop for two defects in two years. Other than that it has been a dream.