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Used 2003 Kia Optima Sedan Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

This Kia Will Turn Heads!

optimumclass, 03/08/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought the Optima two months ago, and absolutely love it! Previously I owned a Mercedes-Benz 300SD, and the Optima turns just as many heads, and is very fun to drive!

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5 out of 5 stars

Pleasant surprise

W. J., 09/11/2003
2003 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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Great value for the money---a v-6 sedan for the price of smaller 4 cylinders. Smooth ride, nice fit and finish. turns many heads, and people are very surprised to find out that it is a Kia

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4.75 out of 5 stars

The more I know it the better I like it

Richard Gross, 12/18/2004
2003 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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The more I drive this car the better I like it. Peppy, handles great, and the Selectronic shifter is great in the mountains. Good gas milage, good looks, and nice interior (leather package). Will it be reliable in the long haul? Only time will tell, but with the great warranty I am not worried.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Like it!

sharron99, 02/28/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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The car is a great value. I have the V- 6 and it rides great. I have had only one problem with the sunroof motor that was repaired by dealer, no charge to me. Car has excellent warranty! 5 year 60,000 bumper to bumper! 10 years - 100,00 powertrain.Most options are standard and I also got the leather package. The interior set up and controls look nice and function well. The styling is great, and several people thought I was driving a Mercedes because of the new front grill European style. A car with all the options I wanted for just slightly over $20,000! Time will tell, I hope the vehicle lasts. So far, so good!

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Car I've ever owned

JPhelan, 07/20/2003
2003 Kia Optima SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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The Optima is a luxury car for an economy price. With Leather, Wood Interior, Moon Roof and all the extras, the Kia is a steal for the money I paid. I went to a Toyota dealer with the price I paid for the Optima and they could barely get me into a stripped down Corolla for that price. I've had the car for nearly one year and put on 28,000 miles and I have not had a single problem. The blue color is very nice looking also. I wanted the Pearl white and settled for the Blue and now I think the blue looks even better!

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