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Used 2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Ex leather seats hurts my back!

Amanda , Lynn Haven, FL, 09/23/2019
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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5 out of 5 stars

Exterior matched the interior

bradwoods, Doylestown, PA, 04/16/2012
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Classic body style matches the luxury interior. Completely blown away with what this car offers. I was hesitant going in because I didn't know what to expect from a brand of car that people considered less than desirable. Kia is on the move baby! It's an head turner. So far so good on gas. Plenty of power. A 4 cylinder w/dual exhaust...KOOL. This car has all the bells and whistles. It fits to your comfort. You'll understand after you check it out. Go see Greg Kelly at Kia East. Great guy, not pushy and he owns an Optima too. Believes in what he says and says what he believes.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

POOR GAS MILEAGE

errolb, Westport, CT, 09/24/2012
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

I bought a new 2012 Kia Optima LX a few months ago. I like everything about the car except the gas mileage, stated to average 28mpg, all I get is 22mpg. That is a big difference when gas is over $4/gallon. (Every car I have previously owned achieves the stated mpg.) The matter is compounded by the poor response from Kia. I have spoken to two consumer service agents, both of whom were unresponsive to the point of being rude. They contended that the mileage rating was after 5000 miles of 'break-in', despite the fact that the manual clearly says no break-in is required, and actually tried to blame the dealer (?). A disappointing commentary on an otherwise good car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Changing My Mind About Kia

amandal0514, Houston, TX, 11/28/2011
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 40 people found this review helpful

I've had my 2012 Kia Optima EX (with Premium Package and Navigation) for a little over a week now. I traded in my 2008 Honda Accord for it because I was looking for something a little more "fun" with more options but needed the same size. I owned a 2002 Kia Sportage and it lost $10k in value in 1 year so Kia has always left a bad taste in my mouth. Since 2003 I've been with Honda but a new Kia Optima caught my eye not too long ago and I was surprised to see it was rated the #1 sedan under $25k on this site. I started checking into it and really liked what I read about it. It's only been 500 miles but I love all the features! My daughter and I adore the car!

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3 out of 5 stars

Salvage title rebuilt

Royce, Houston, TX, 08/31/2018
Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful

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