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Used 2009 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars
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3.13 out of 5 stars

KIA Optima needs improvement on transmissions

csaylors, Spokane, WA, 06/05/2012
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have owned my 2009 KIA Optima for three years now and had to replace the transmission once already and it is in the shop again (not even a year later) with the same problem. I don't know if this is a problem everyone has or if I bought a lemon. The built in Bluetooth had some problems as well. I just had to quit using it. The headrest is not comfortable at all. But it handles well and it is fun to drive. It gets good gas mileage and that's what we needed at the time.

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5 out of 5 stars

got to try this car

wvlivin, 01/28/2010
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I went to the dealership with all intentions of buying a chevy or a ford but fell in love with the kia optima. the interior is comfortable and easy on the eyes and the value is unbeatable. The 2.4 engine is the perfect power and fuel economy that averages 27mpg. Drives great and has plenty of room for my family of 4 and is surprisingly stylish. I'm sold on this car don't pass up a test drive you will be shocked I was.

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2.63 out of 5 stars

Very Poor Ride at Highway Speeds

Doug, 02/23/2010
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This car has vibrated since the day I bought it. they have replaced 11 tires and the car still shudders and vibrates going down the highway. Kia rep says its normal. I bought car for the highway mileage, but if you are looking for a smooth highway ride, DO NOT buy a Kia.

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5 out of 5 stars

In Love

karen, 02/09/2009
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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4.75 out of 5 stars

Very Good Deal!

Best Kia So Far., 09/27/2009
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I got this car for $17500 and im very happy with it, i've had it for 5 months and it has yet to break down or need work. I have 8500 miles on it and everything still seems like new! I wish Kia and Hyundai would replace the 2.7 V6, its underpowered (190 hp) and bad on gas for the power (20 city and 26 highway)! They should replace it with a 3.2 V6, more power for same fuel economy! The I-4 is enough its not that sporty but its Kia what do u suspect? I get 32mpg on the highway and 25 in the city, great milege. Kia did a great job with the design! Very modern. It was between the 09 Fusion, 09 G6, or the Optima, Optima won! Its a good deal go out and I strongly suggest you put this on your list.

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