5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed manual w/OD
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Four-cylinder or V-6
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Side-impact and side curtain airbags
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Impressive warranty
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Optional rear sunshade
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Optional adjustable pedals
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Price
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Ride and handling
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Strong engines
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Interior fit and finish
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Four-cylinder fuel economy
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Awful new-car smell
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Uncomfortable cloth front seats
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Highway tire noise with 17-inch tires
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Small trunk pass-thru
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ABS is optional
Vehicle Summary
Kia's redesigned 2006.5 Optima is a conservatively styled midsize sedan that's available with either four-cylinder or V-6 power. It can be equipped with some uncommon features for its class — like a manual sunshade for the rear window — and is offered in LX and step-up EX trim levels. Read more
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