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4.63 out of 5 stars

my car

john kyko, 03/28/2006
2006 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
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Very happy with car except with idle in gear at stop; everything else is great.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Trip Computer

Marty, 11/01/2006
2006 Kia Optima LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A)
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I currently have a Hyundai Sonata and when I wanted to replace my wife's car, I looked at the new Sonatas. The way I wanted the car equipped (the new 4 cylinder and not the V6), Hyundai did not make a Limited with just the 4. In addition, I felt two things about the new Sonata, were below par. The first being the side mirrors. They are fixed, and cannot be folded back. The second is the display for the automatic air-conditioning system is much too small. The Optima allows one to purchase a fully loaded car and have the choice about the engine. The new 2.4 has had great reviews and now has a timing chain vs. a belt.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Loved It!

LuvMyKia, 02/16/2009
2006 Kia Optima New LX 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 5A)
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I really loved my Kia. It is so unassuming. I used to be a person who frowned on a Kia. After test driving a few cars and being disappointed with their get up and go (Honda Civic included). The dealer brought the Optima out. I put my foot on the gas and was GONE! Smooth ride, great on gas... I love it!

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5 out of 5 stars

Kia Optima

Adam, 05/07/2006
2006 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
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Great car for your money. The 4 cylinder drives like a V6. I would recommend this vehicle to anybody.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

My 2nd Kia

NavyCarlos, 12/02/2006
2006 Kia Optima New EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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Great car and value for the money. Toyota Camry may have just won the award, but this car surpasses it in almost all areas. Also have a 2003 Kia Sedona and can attest to the reliability and sound quality. The car was really designed nicely with many features standard that are only found on luxury cars. The car is very stylish and looks great.

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