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Used 2010 Kia Optima Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent Value

DD, 11/21/2010
2010 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

Here at the end of 2010, the 2010 model optima is a great deal. The options you can get for your money on an ex or sx blow the Toyota/Honda competition away. The only close competitor price wise was the Malibu, which was also discounted. The optima has the Malibu beat in most regards in my opinion. Gas mileage is good, I'm getting 24-25 mpg in the city around la and I'm not an easy driver. On the highway, if I try I can push around 35 mpg. The 4 cylinder has plenty of power, more than most of its competition. Interior is great. Exterior looks really sharp, better than Hyundai's and I like over the Camry and Accord.

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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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5 out of 5 stars

Another Great Kia

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

Before I purchased my Optima I had a 2008 Kia Spectra in which was a great car. When I traded in I had 47k miles no problem what so ever. I went to the dealership to get an oil change when I saw that 2009 Optima Midnight Blue and it was love at first sight. The price, style and performance are great. First look at this car and you would say that's a car that is in the 30k range. My optima was in the low 20's and with the rebates and the fact that I was a current Kia owner that made the rebates even greater. I would say Kia is my car of chose hands down. Kia keep on keeping on.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Nice car, give Kia a chance!

Steve, 04/12/2010
2009 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Picked up my LX automatic the very last weekend of Cash for Clunkers, which combined with the $3000 rebate made the car very affordable. Great list of standard equipment, good exterior and interior design, and a killer warranty made this an easy purchase. I've averaged 25 mpg in mixed city driving and just averaged 31 on a 300 mile road trip. Considering that I traded a 13 mpg SUV, I'm loving the savings on gas.

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