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Fabulous car for money!!
Roger, 03/10/2016
updated 09/23/2020
2013 Kia Optima LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Update 3: The vehicle has 146k miles on it now. The radio died around 140k and replaced it with aftermarket one with apple CarPlay which after doing it wish I would of done it a long time ago as this one predated when it comes standard on Kias. Other than that no other problems. Hoping it will make it to 200k which based on our avg driving should be 3-4 more years. Update 2: The vehicle now has 130k. Only problem is the rear camera which now has been completely out for the last 15,000 miles. I use mobile one full synthetic extended performance oil since new except for the time Kia changed the oil after the recall for the dipstick (it was a free oil change thrown by Kia) and I change the oil every 10,000-11,000 miles. Oil usage on mine has been low as it burns under 1 quart over this interval. (Make sure to check because the 2.4 engine needs to be kept around the full line) usually add 1/4 quart every 3,000 miles on mine. I did change the spark plugs around 120k miles. The tires have been replaced for the second time at 125,000 miles and I would recommend the Continental Truecontact Tour for this vehicle. The last Truecontacts (older version) lasted 72,000 and was just below 4/32. Going into the winter its not worth an additional 10k miles especially since I was able to get all 4 installed out the doors for around $450. Update 1: Still love the car. Rear breaks changed at 95k along with just regular maintenance (transmission fluid exchange and coolant flush). Battery needed replaced for first time also. Starting to have problems with rear camera going in and out. Just hit the 100k mark a couple weeks ago. Still going strong with zero major repairs. We bought the car Dec of 2012. Got the LX with convenience package. Out the door with remote start (added non OEM) for $19800. Very comfortable and drive it whenever I can (its the wife's car). Now it currently has 60k miles on it. Only stuff that has needed done so far is new tires at 53k and front brakes during the 60K mile maintenance service. OEM tires weren't great (horrible on snow) but the new tires have made the car even quieter and perform great on snow. Bottom line is for a brand new car with all the standard equipment it can't be beat.
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jerryk007, 09/10/2012
2013 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
The Optima EX sedan is an amazing value automobile that I cannot still believe that this vehicle can be built for the cost! Great style; excellent interior design; dash assembly perfectly fit and easy to read; great leg room in rear and front; superior fit and finish for a mid sized sedan. Quiet ride-Yes-acceleration of a V6 in an in-line 4 YES! Changed oil to synthetic. I would highly recommend as one of "the" best in its' class!
Great car, but you have to buy a spare tire.
alanbala, 08/09/2012
2013 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
38 of 43 people found this review helpful
We have over 1400 miles on our 2013 Kia Optima EX, and we are very impressed with the car. Beware! The car comes without a spare tire, and we had to spend about $210 for a kit and the dealer installed the space saver tire, wheel, jack and lug wrench kit. We still got a good deal, because the car comes with many features at a price point that beats the competition, and the dealer gave us a fair discount plus a "competitive incentive" available from Kia. Acceleration and gas mileage have improved greatly since passing 1000 miles on the odometer. A/C unit is powerful and cools fast. Car is comfortable, roomy, rides and handles well. Upscale look inside and out.
Wow... Kia
mariod, 01/19/2013
2013 Kia Optima SX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have been a Honda owner for the past 12 years, various models... my last was a 09 accord. I can NOT tell you enough times, these two cars don't even compare! Looks and overall performance... Great car! and looks awesome!
Loving my Optima so far.
dps1961, 08/06/2013
2013 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I haven't bought a new car since 1982 but after the repair bills on my last two BMW's, I decided to go this route. The BMW repair center I used was close to work so I parked it and walked past the KIA dealership to work. I kept looking at the Optima's as I walked by and thought they were beautiful sedans. After my last $850 repair bill I decided to give them a test drive. I didn't expect them to drive and ride as well as my 545i, and they didn't, but I was happily surprised at how well it did perform. I have been averaging over 35 mpg on the highway so I am very happy. I also enjoy the fact I can use regular gasoline instead of the premium that I had to use in my BMW.