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love my kia
lizzy, 07/19/2004
2004 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I JUST GOT MY KIA A MONTH AGO. I GOT NEW TIRES AND RIMS AND LOVE THE LOOK. THE CAR HANDLES VERY GOOD AND I HAVE TWO KIDS SO I LOOKED AT THE SAFETY FEATURES. THE SIDE AIRBAGS GOT ME HOOKED.I AM GETTING GOOD GAS MILEAGE AND FOR ALL U NEW BUYERS----WAX UR CAR AFTER U GET IT HOME AND ITLL CLEAN UP REAL GOOD
best car for the money
mack11, 01/03/2004
2004 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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For the money, it is the best car I ever owned. Underated by the media. Ready to buy their new, best model now. KIA is gaining momentum very quickly.
AWESOM CAR
SRatl3, 07/26/2004
2004 Kia Optima EX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is the most awesom car for the price. The power the optima v6 has is so fast, you will have no problem in taking off or passing. This car will definately put you back in your seats. It is hard to believe all the extras that come standard on my car. I cannot speak highly enough about this car except try it you will like it.
2004 KIA OPTIMA EX ,V6,4DR SEDAN
clsdee, 01/05/2004
2004 Kia Optima EX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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THIS IS MY FIRST KIA AND I AM REALLY IMPRESSED WITH THE QUALITY AND PREFORMANCE. IT IS A PLEASURE TO DRIVE AND VERY ECONOMICAL ON GAS. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO MANY YEARS OF KIA PLEASURE.
Incredible Pearl White Finish
Ben B, 07/27/2004
2004 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Great value. We love this car. Handles well, comfortable ride, nice touches, like auto dimming mirror, 4-wheel disc brakes, and four airbags standard on the EX. Feels like a luxury car!
Most Car For The Buck
tigerokie, 08/01/2004
2004 Kia Optima EX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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After driving Nissans for 20 years I decided to test drive many different models. I enned up buying the Kia for several reasons. It was great looking, different and rode as good as my Father's 2004 Mercury. But even with leather and every thing I could get it was only $19000. It has the best warranty, just hope it is like my past Nissan's, never have to see the dealer again. The gas milage started off at 24mpg but has been getting better with miles. I bought a K&N filter and no it has jumped to 30 mpg. It is nice to be able to buy a nice car for under $20000. My Dad wished he had bought one and not the big Mercury.
Very Reliable, Fun to Drive Car
sdanie18, 04/22/2010
2004 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I was hesitant about buying a Kia, I had originally wanted an Accord but I needed a more affordable car. I have to say this car has changed my opinion of Kia - it's been very reliable in the nearly 2 years I have owned it. I purchased the car with 56K and now have nearly 78K on the odometer. I consider this car a lot of fun to drive because my previous car was a 1994 Buick Century! I think if you keep up to date with maintenance (and don't get stuck with a lemon like some people on here must have) then you will have a great car on your hands.
The continuing evolution of Kia
Mike, 10/22/2005
2004 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Traded my 2000 Kia Sephia, the worst car ever made in the history of the world, for the '04 Optima. Had decided to give Kia another shot at showing me they knew what they were doing. Excellent move - I now drive a car with styling that makes BMW and Mercedes owners turn their heads, performance is excellent, and the build quality (unlike the '00 Sephia) is exceptional. Other than having to replace the factory-original Kumho tires at 18,000 miles (Kumho - these things disintegrate early and often), I've had to do oil changes and that's it. Fantastic reliability.
Kia v-6 loaded ex model Silver,yeah baby
Paula C, 07/22/2004
2004 Kia Optima EX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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This car is great. I take to Harrisburg Pa, adleast 2 times a month, getting better gas each time. Preformace wise it rides like a dream driving on clouds, pa road are bad but htis car makes them feel great. looking at his car is so beuitful, plese go test drive one you will fall in love.. I did. I test drove alot of car before i got his one. under 19,000. fully loaded with a great warrenty where did i go wrong, LOL go see a kia dealer today, youwill not be sorry.. Paula
still new
RIchris, 01/13/2004
2004 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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I only just bought my Optima a bit over a week ago but having 26 years of driving experience i think I can rate it so far. It drives very well especially on the highway. Though the 4 cylinder isn't the peppiest i've driven it's sufficient for getting up to speed in a timely manner. The interior is comfortable and easy to manage. The styling I think is what stands out most, it looks better in my opinion that most Accords and Camrys. So far so good for a comfortable new car under 20 grand.