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2004 Optima EX 2.4L
scrdn, 12/07/2003
2004 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Just bought the car on 12/05. So far the only "problem" is how to program the homelink to open my garage door. Very good build quality
my kia optima
judychitt, 02/28/2004
2004 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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the 2004 Kia Optima is an affordable luxury mid size car. Great visibility and handling. Sleek lines and comfortable seating. The manual transmission is smooth and easy to shift and fun to drive! the extra defrost vents on the front doors are just one example of creative and useful engineering. and you can't beat the Kia warranty and customer service that Kia provides.
Great car BUT.........
Chris Bell, 07/26/2009
2004 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought an 04' Kia Optima EX 4 cyl. from a used car dealer in August of last year. This a GREAT car! I've been told it looks like from far away a Jag so I call it my Kia-Jag. Interior is great, power everything,leather, fog lights, wood grain, 6 speaker Infinity Sound system with a sunroof but I dont like the gas mileage. For a Kia I was thinking it was gonna be better but I should have done more research. 17/ city 23/highway was not what I was looking for, but hey you get what you pay for. Hope this was helpful
beware of 04 optima
mike fletchinger, 04/14/2010
2004 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this optima in 2006 with about 22,000 miles. A friend, a kia service tech, said I would love this car. When used, the warranty only goes to 60,000 miles. After about 61,000 the air bag light came on, the cruise control and speedometer sometimes don't work and the transmission has gotten really rough especially in cold weather and on these cold spring mornings. It will have to be replaced. What started out to be a pleasure has started to become a nightmare.
Good Value
Al2, 12/31/2003
2004 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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We have about 7500 miles on the 2003 which was purchased in October. There were a few things needing attention after delivery but the Dealer has been good about servicing. Its a six, fully loaded with the exception of ABS. We bought because of the warranty and low pricing.
Get it a try!
Mark1016, 01/01/2004
2004 Kia Optima EX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I have been toying with the idea of buying Korean. I like the tweeks made in the exterior design for the '04 Optima. The 6 cylinder moves out plenty fast enough for me to collect some pricey tickets. I am 6'1" and my only complaint is that my head is very close to the headliner in the car. The steering wheel needs to be telescoping for long legged people.
Great Little Car
Leila, 04/13/2010
2004 Kia Optima EX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I bought this car new in 2004. Aside from a CV axle issue starting around 50K miles, I have had no problems. I have bought tires, replaced the front brakes and done routine maintenance and that's it! She just rolled over 140,000 miles this past weekend and we're still rocking along. I'm looking forward to my next purchase: the 2011 Sorento.
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.
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.
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.