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Recall after recall buyer beware
Craztngirl, 02/10/2020
2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought mine in 2019 low miles a month later Car acted like brakes were applied they were not then it would lurch forward...for no reason turns out a sensor was recall . As it was in the engine got recalled could be fire hazard drove a loaner a few months . Then air bag sensor went on recall car goes back in same deal loaner car . Everything went well for a little while then needed to check oil realized mechanic did not attach hood latch so hood wont raise take it to dealer for oil change they said ohh should have brought it back in right away after last service...well hello I didnt know it was stuck until I check things. So they were going to charge for that and find out ecu on recall On a plus note good mid size car lots of leg room nice roomy trunk
Ex leather seats hurts my back!
Amanda , 09/23/2019
2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for a week and I love everything about it but the seats! My back is sore. I'm 5'3 and of average size for a female The leather seats are Hard! I pretty much have to keep the vehicle for now but it wont be long unless this issue gets better! As far as style, looks and amenities this car is great I just would not recommend this model due to the seats!
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Paul, 07/15/2018
2012 Kia Optima SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Excellent car. Very reliable.
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Acclaimed, 09/05/2017
updated 03/29/2018
2012 Kia Optima EX Turbo 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I currently own a fully loaded 2012 Kia Optima EX Turbo and it has been "smooth sailing" with minimal problems since my ownership back in April 2016. My car had exactly 60k miles on it at time of purchase which was slightly high miles, but I was too thrilled about getting rid of my old 2004 Chrysler Sebring that was moderately reliable with the exception of significantly ignition coil and repeated oil leaks issues. Back to the Optima, after one week of ownership, my car kept dying and come to find out it had a dead battery cell and I had to replace it, alongside with my proximity key fobs that were dead after purchasing my vehicle. Several months later, my fog lamps have stopped working and I think it has something to do with the wires and now I need a coil spring to enhance my cruise control and steering wheel features to become accessible again. Most importantly, last December Kia had to replace a coupling part to stop my vehicle from clicking at every left and right turn. With that said, the value and luxury and performance of my car have been great. I love the panoramic moonroofs on hot summer days, and speaking of hot summer days, the climate control seats work wonders not to mention the rear heated seats for the winter months, along with the heated steering wheel. Oh -- I can't forget about the 2.0L Turbo that has V-6 power with 4-cylinder fuel economy with 274-horsepower and 269 lbs. ft. of torque with a modest to none torque steer.
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All MPG Advertizments are Lies!!!
kirk700, 07/20/2012
2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have logged 17,000+ miles on my 2012 KIA Optima. I love the car, 100% reliable and very comfortable. I'm glad I chose it over the Accord and Fusion. That said, the window sticker read 26 city, 36 Hwy MPG. I am in sales and travel between 100 to 400 miles a day. 30% city and 70% Hwy. The best I have ever recorded is 30mpg. The worst is 24 mpg. My opinion, these figures are closer to what should be printed on the window sticker.