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4.63 out of 5 stars

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gojo, 01/03/2010
2009 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I was originaly looking to replace my 2000 Hyundai Accent with a new one, when I came accross the 2009 optima for $500 more. I honestly only drove the Sonata and Optima. The Sonata has a nicer interior, but seems to float down the road more than the Optima and was $2000 more than the New Accent I was originaly looking at. Being strickly a lowest cost for the best milage type of guy I settled on the Optima for $15500. Acording to Edmunds specifications page, this car seems to be right in the hunt with other midsize sedans when it comes to safety, quality and room. Being owned by Hyundai , I felt secure in buying this car, since my last car from them cost $500 for repairs in 100,000 miles.

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5 out of 5 stars

In Love

karen, 02/09/2009
2009 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I recently purchased a 2009 Kia Optima and I'm totally having a ball driving it. I looked at Toyota, Chevrolet, Mercury and Nissan. I could not have afford all the extras I have with my Kia. Its metal bronze color which looks different in various lights sun cloudy etc. I have a moon roof and really nice leather. Awesome sound Infinity 6 speakers and 6 cd changer plus satellite radio. Heated front seats plus all the equipment that comes standard for about 10k less then the other cars. Also have 5 year road side assist and warranty. Thank you Kia

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4.5 out of 5 stars

wow

kinkejay, 01/25/2010
2009 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I truly never thought I would ever buy a foreign car but I have now bought two Kia's in 6 mths and love them. The Optima is an inexpensive luxury kind of car. You really do get the bang for the buck with this one. Ford, GM, Chrysler take notice, Kia is here to stay.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best car for the money in a long time

Elmo, 08/30/2009
2009 Kia Optima SX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I am 60 and cars have always been a hobby of mine. I decided to trade in my HHR due to rusting and other problems. I have looked at many cars and drove several and I like this car over the camry and accord, witch cost 10000 more comparably equipped. I chose the SX 4cyl model and so far I am totally delighted. Who knows what the future brings but so far excellent! I never thought I would buy a Kia but, I have to say they have come a long way.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Very nice but needs improvement

herbie, 02/04/2010
2009 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I have only had the car for 4 days now, but I wish it had a few more features. It should come standard with the fog lites. It should come standard with a powered drivers seat for better comfort. It also should come standard with alloy wheels. Also a leather steering wheel would be very nice.

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