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Used 2003 Kia Optima Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Just bought my Optima

Bubba and Buster, 09/23/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Have been looking for two months at other makes (Ford, Hyundai, Honda, Mitsubishi). I was getting frustrated because the other makes with the features I wanted were TOO expensive. I hadn't even thought to look at KIA. We were passing by the KIA dealership and decided to stop by to browse. WOW..I found just the car with all the features I wanted and a price I could afford. I would recommend anyone who is looking for a well equipted car at a reasonable price to check out the KIA, and the warranty can't be beat.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

WE LIKE IT ALOT

CLAY, 09/03/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

WE'VE OWNED ACCORDS AND CAMERYS AND THIS IS RIGHT UP THERE WITH THEM. THE RIDE IS BETTER, THE TRANSMISSION ISN'T AS GOOD, THE STYLE IS MUCH BETTER AND THE WARRANTY BUMPER TO BUMPER PUTS THE OTHERS TO SHAME. 5YRS. TO SAVE $8,000 DOLLARS OVER THE ACCORD AND CAMERY AND GET A COMPARABLE CAR IS GREAT.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

my new optima

new car buyer, 08/28/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We purchased the kia optima 2003 and could not believe all you get for the price.Our car has everything in it except heated seats.When living in Texas that is not really necessary.The car drives great,is comfortable,gets good gas mileage,and was afordable.I had never heard of a optima before and never drove a kia.I do admit that I was looking for information on the car myself.After driving the car myself it did not really matter what anyone else said because I loved it.The warrenty that kia carries made me fill secure in my decision and to just enjoy my car and I do.I bought my car 8 weeks ago and have already put 4,200 miles on it.It is great!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

After 1st Three tanks full...

Willa Jabir, 01/10/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

There is no "Get up and go" here, but for what you pay it is worth it. I've gotten 26-29 mpg. I normally get more than the ratings, but not here. Handling is good. The engine is a bit noisy, but not that bad. The sportmatic transmission is nice for control. A family car for easy driving. All controls are in good locations except the cruise control on/off switch. It is located by the left knee...go figure. The cruise has to be turned on each time the vechile is used again. Each time you turn it on, it is a one time deal. All other controls are in good layout.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Happy

Inflight, 09/04/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Two months and two major trips, Phila. to Boston and Phila. to Richmond. Some tough driving conditions heavy rain and high heat all handled with confidence. Car rides great at speed. Best mileage 28.6. I've had no problems at all.

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