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Used 2002 Kia Optima Sedan Consumer Reviews

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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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4.88 out of 5 stars

I am so in love with this car!

Tracy, 03/04/2002
2002 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I have never been happier with a car in my life. It rides beautifully and meets my every demand. Before checking out the Optima I had originally resigned myself to a lesser model of a car (different make) with fewer options at this price. On a whim I decided to test drive it and knew right then it was the car I had to have. It's much more car than I ever expected to own and the price is unbelievable for what you get. Can't beat that warranty! I recommend this car to everyone who will listen!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

my optima

anothermakettle, 08/31/2004
2002 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I absolutely love my car. It is by far the favorite of all the vehicles I have owned. I would buy another if I were in need of a car. I have an optima, my sister has a spectra, mt other sis has a optima, and my best friend has a rio. I recommended them all to the kia dealer. We are all extremely satisfied with our cars.

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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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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Doug1, 05/24/2002
2002 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car for the value and warrenty, I m impressed more each day. I drive about 45,000 miles a year and have almost 5,000 miles on the Kia. This has proven to be be a great buy.

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