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3.9

Overall Consumer Review Rating
for the 2015 Kia Optima

One of the best cars I've ever owned

By BMT written on 11-19-2015

I'm leasing an LX. Deal was too good to pass up. I've got a friend with an Optima - 2011 - he loves it. The 2015 has upgraded engine and performance which was one of his complaints on the 2011 model. The passenger front seat is ridiculously low...close to the floor, and not adjustable upwards. My wife could barely see over the dashboard and she is 5'4". I found out this is an ongoing complaint for this and other Hyundai and Kia models. I found a set of risers that bolt onto the original set points and raise the seat almost 2 inches. Easy install and corrected the problem. You can find them online...just do a search. Interior is well appointed and quality is fine at this price point. Car, looks, feels and drives like a more expensive model. I've owned BMW, and own a Honda Accord and this car easily competes with both of them at a lower purchase price. Edmunds has done a good review of all the features...I opted for the Convenience Plus Package upgrade which includes rearview camera, acoustically upgraded windows (noise reduction) and a few other goodies. It is worth it. Without the rearview camera you're going to find backing up entails lots of blind spots given the high rear end and a sharply raked rear window. I've driven this car in monsoon like rain at night and the handling, traction control, fog lamps...all served to give us a sense of control and safety. I bought the Sparkling Silver with light grey interior. Its sharp. At the price point

Love my optima

By susan written on 09-19-2015

3 years and 145 thousand miles has really put this optima to the test. So based on all these miles I've driven there are a few things that have happened along the way. It's a good car I haven't had much trouble with it. I would probably buy again. So here's what you guys look for in a review...the issues . 1. It doesn't come with a spare tire. (found that out the hard way). 2. At 140 thousand miles the ac compressor went out costing me right at 1000 dollars to fix. Now something is going on with the front end I have an appointment to have that looked at tomorrow. The clear coat is peeling off in several places and there is a rust spot on the hood. The interior has held up nicely still like brand new. The car runs great overall! I loved it when I bought it and I still love it.. Just the body issues such as the clear coat and the rust spot have kind of gotten me a little upset. Overall I give it my blessing after all 145 thousands miles is 3 years is a lot.

Sooooo HAPY I bought this OPTIMA!

By Big Dipper written on 10-24-2015

Bought this new KIA OPTIMA EX last week...already took it on a road trip. I must say I'm very impressed with this car...I like the way it drives like a small sports car....very comfy for me and I'm 6'3" and 240lbs.....I've always worn a baseball cap and it does NOT touch my PANORAMIC SUNROOF as someone else suggested, very comfy electric leather seats, remote start is flawless, the UVO entertainment system with the premium sound is awesome.....I was listening to STUDIO 54 on SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO with the high-end woofer and it was hitting bass with some conviction! I'm sooooohappy I didn't buy a CAMRY OR ACCORD.......I'm tired of seeing them every 30 seconds :)........ Get an OPTIMA....you'll love it like I do!

Great car so far

By Carl written on 11-03-2015

I purchased the Kia Optima Turbo SXL and I must say I'm very impressed with the ride quality. The Car is very very fast and gets up to 100 miles with very little effort in normal mode. If you put it in Sports Mode, forget it this thing is crazy fast. The ride is smooth and quite yet its has the sportiness when you want it. I was going to get the 2106 Maxima but I'm glad I decided on this car instead. The Maxima is a nice car but the Kia has some advantages over it. The Max takes premium gas, the Kia takes regular gas. The Max has a CVT transmission and the Kia has an 6 gear transmission and the Kia has a much better warranty. The Max is 8 k more. All in all i'm happy with my decision and don't regret it one bit.

Great Car

By cheapgreg100 written on 07-05-2015

This is my 2nd Kia Optima EX Base model. its a 2015. I love the Premium package (definitely worth the $3000 to 5000 upcharge but until things get better for me I am very satisfied with the EX Base. I've had my car for a week but I had the exact model in a 2012 and I love it. The newer one is quieter and has voice activated radio and the controls on the steering wheel are different. UPDATE I now have a 2017 I miss the 2015 for it's power dual exhaust bigger lit up cup holdrs. If I can have my 2015 engine in my 2017 care i'd be totally 100% happy

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Options and features available on used 2015 Kia Optima's available near Phoenix typically include:

Features: Alarm , Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel , Aux Audio Inputs , Bluetooth , Fold Flat Rear Seats , Power Driver Seat , Rear Bench Seats , Stability Control , Tire Pressure Warning , Trip Computer , USB Inputs , Auto Climate Control , Leather Seats , Multi-Zone Climate Control , Back-up camera , Cooled Seats , Electronic Folding Mirrors , Heated seats , Sunroof/Moonroof , Upgraded Stereo , Blind Spot Monitoring , Navigation , Parking sensors , Upgraded Headlights , Remote Start .

Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders .

Transmission: Automatic .

Fuel Type: regular unleaded .

Drivetrain: front wheel drive .

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consumers review the Kia Optima

Buying a used 2015 Kia Optima in Phoenix, AZ

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