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Been great so far
Mike O, 04/01/2023
updated 04/07/2025
2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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I got my 2012 Optima new, and it's been a great vehicle. I had to replace the overhead light module but with regular oil and oil filter changes it's been a very reliable ride. Status quo as of this updated. I've now had this vehicle for 12 years and have had no issues with it at all. I now have 76,000 miles on it. Updated 10/4/3024
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It’s an ok car
Jess, 02/02/2019
2012 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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The car is ok.. I like the look of it (I have it in red). But if you live anywhere where it snows forget it . The car is awful In the snow. Even with brand new tires.
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Oil Consumption
indiaj0nes, 05/26/2019
2012 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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I had 25000 miles on the car when the car started consuming oil. at my 25k oil change, the oil was all gone. Then i started monitoring the consumption of oil and it was losing 1qt every 1k miles. For a car this new its unacceptable. However, for the value proposition , it gives you all the bells and whistles at a good price.
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Glad I had the base and extended warranty!
cski, 07/04/2019
2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
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Well, if this year is more reliable than the first year of the new model...I feel sorry for the 2011 owners. However, Kia DID ITS BEST to address all issues, and never left me stranded. I have the Spicy red EX with leather interior, and it stickered for 24,260. During most of the time, it performed as advertised, and even the Senior Pastor bought one due to driving mine. I live outside DC, so it is hard on cars. I have 68,260 miles, and at 67k my engine failed due to a recall. It was replaced under warranty and I was provided a rental for 4 months due to parts on backorder. It is the same frame and engine as the Hyundai Sonata and they had the same recall. A total of 193,000 engines were replaced. WOW. I was given an Altima....and I was glad to have mine back. I just bought my 3rd set of tires, as the first set were...you guessed it..recalled. Then I replaced my brakes and rotors, front struts due to aggravating noise over broken pavement and potholes. The struts (under extended warranty) were replaced. It did not fix the problem. Fortunately I have a 500 watt stereo with subs and tinted windows, so I just turn up the music. Their techs are not up to date on what noises are so I am like...hmmm. I mentioned struts, so that's what they replaced....but my diagnosis should not be accepted 100% of the time. I am not a mechanic. So..lower control arm bushings???? ARRGG. They put $1400 worth of struts on my car, plus the new engine, plus other bobbles and gaskets and high pressure A/C hoses. Just stay away and get a Honda used.Now that everything is new..I HAVE to fix that damn noise when I go over rough pavement, speed bumps, etc. WHAT IS IT????
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Another satisfied customer
hopleaf, 02/15/2012
2012 Kia Optima SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
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I'm coming from an Infiniti G35x and I couldn't be happier with the overall package the Optima offers. The features, style, performance, and value is unbeatable.