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4.63 out of 5 stars

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nick, 12/27/2005
2002 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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My wife has me drive everywhere we go. Even though it is her car! I am not able to take out on my own. We like to take drives around the area we live in, Northern California. With the v6, it gives me the power I need to pass all the vehicles going up hill with no problem. With the safety features, the way it handles --. it is what sold me on it. I have a son who is 10, and I want him safe.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Too good to be true

BaseballNut, 08/08/2002
2002 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I chose the Optima over about 20 other models I looked at. The value is incredible. I paid 20 percent less than a comparable Japanese car and 10% less than American. I liked the car when we bought it. I like it more after 10,000 miles - I can't say that about many cars I've bought. I am extremely impressed with this car. Other than it's sibling the Sonata, nothing else comes close.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

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plm, 03/31/2004
2002 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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The only problem we had with our Optima was a passenger side window that would get stuck if you closed the door with the window open. After the second trip to the dealership this problem was solved. We also had concerns with the was the transmission shifts. We were told that since the car was a demo, that the electronic transmission never had a chance to "learn" the drivers' preferences. I would like a little more pick-up but other than that the car has been a great buy. I wish we had waited one more year to buy though. The 2003 has the Infinity stereo, a garage door opener, and auto dim rear view mirror, all standard.

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5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding car for the money

Larry Hofmeister, 06/04/2004
2002 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought this as a leftover 2002 model and have been absolutely delighted with the purchase. The car is comfortable, quiet, tight and just plain impressive for the money. This is the 3rd Kia I've owned and I'm still very pleased with value for the money.

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5 out of 5 stars

Better than any car in it's class

Mac Man, 04/12/2002
2002 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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My Optima is just awesome. My wife and I love it. It has great power(actually it will fly). Blows away the Accord cost less than a loaded Civic. You have to give this car a chance if your in the market for a great car for a great price. Rides like a cadilac. Kia did a good jod on the styling also. I would definatly buy another one of these cars. Watch out Honda & Toyota!! Kia is on it's way

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