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2012 Kia Optima consumer reviews

$19,500–$21,000 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Optima Kia
(186 reviews)
85% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.5
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.4
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Love this car!

I've owned this car for a little over a mo th and I love it. 100% the best car I've ever owned. My only regret, I should have bought a newer year.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I love the Kia.

I was most impressed with the number of options that were standard on this car. I couldn't think of anything else I would add to it. I especially liked the heated and cooled and lumbar seats. Also, the back-up camera - I could never again get a car without it. I got hooked on Sirius Radio. All in all, I would recommend this car to anyone. I only put this car up for sale because I needed a larger car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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This makes our 4th KIA 3rd Optima

So..our first KIA purchase was a brand new 2001 KIA Sepheia we were a lil concerned being as though it was a Kia... and it was our first Kia at that, but it was a great lil car it.. never! gave us one issue so we decided to purchase another Kia and it was the 2003 Optima EX, let me tell you.. it! far.. exceeded our expectations. it felt like we was driving a Japanese luxury sedan!! and it just wowed us with its performance comfort and just all-around quality i couldn't believe! it!! We fell in love with the Optima. i have driven Camrys and Accords but the Optimas are just as good if not better than either one of those too cars. I currently own a 2012 LX Optima, my mother owns a 2006 Optima EX, and my aunt just purchased a 2017 Optima EX. Yes we love our Optimas in this family the bang for the buck and value...com-on you can't beat it! And all of them have been trouble free, the O6' has 178,000 miles. The 12' has 108,000 miles. the only thing thats been done to any of our Vehicles are "Preventive Maintenance" Radiator flush, Trans flush, Oil Changes, Breaks, Tires, serpentine belt, PVC valve, Front struts, Rear Shocks and most of this was done on the 06' through the years, and they still run like new, oh yeah and Battery lol, and I'm vary confident that these cars are capable of hitting three hundred thousand miles, they have no signs of the engin or transmission giving out or braking any time soon and that's why we continue to buy KIA. properly maintained any car will take care of you as long as you take car of it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car great price

I really find it to be a smooth comfortable ride. It also has an amazing air conditioner and is very stylish

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The best car I then owned!!

This car was everything I was looking for the price was very reasonable. Very spacious and comfortable

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I ever owned

2nd Kia Optima I purchased. Should have never let it go but needs change. Most comfortable car ever. Great mpg. Everything you could want in a vehicle at a great price! I had tint windows, sunroof, navigation, heat/cool seats, rear heat seats. An amazing vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the best cars I've owned!

Loved my Kia Optima so much my daughter bought one too. Very reliable and comfortable to drive. Felt like a luxury car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Exceded expectation

Great features for the price, Best sound system for a factory unit. It has many features found on much more expensive vehicles.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I've ever owned

I love the performance and how many heads it turns. It gets great gas mileage and performs awesome! You can't beat the options this car has for the price!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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First car I've ever owned

This car looks great on the outside and in. Very comfortable interior and the keyless ignition is pretty cool. Bluetooth capability and usb ports are a fine addition as well.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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