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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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its good on gas rides nice and the blue tooth is great the way it handle is amazing plenty of room and the seats are comforable

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Luxury vehicle

Love love love the turbo! Very comfortable, lots of bells and whistles. Sirius radio, leather heated and cooled seats, sunroof. Lots of leg room, navigation system, great on gas mileage, we bought this car used and haven't had any major issues with it, it's been on the road a lot and we all love it!

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great vehicle

I traded away an Acura RSX to purchase this vehicle and haven't regretted it for a minute. Loved the RSX but I really enjoy the comfort and great ride my Optima has given me over the years.

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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Sportiest Looking Sedan in its class.

I really like my Optima. Although it might not have the smoothest six-speed engine in the world, it is still fun to drive.

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

Best car ever I love it so much ! As far as trips it has been super reliable and I love how smooth it rides

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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I love my Op!

My wife suprised me with my '12 Optima by having it delivered to my job as a Xmas gift.I was beyond belief that THIS car is mine.It had only 6 miles on the odo.It is now 5/17.my kia has had a motor and transmission replacement.the motor,well,lets just say that this place learned the hard way that you r 2 put the right kind of oil in this car.she WILL die on you soonafter.The tranny....would propel you,giving me that sink in the seat sensation.She will die on you too.And when it did,I bought a '13 tranny and it works like a dream.No more sharp takeoffs,tho.$1200 total.had da catty removed,running str8 pipe and it is RUNNING.Thru the years,I upgraded my wheels.Started with 16's,now i run on 19's.real smooth ride.better handling.no more road noise.electricals good,battery good.After 5 years I can still say,I LOVE MY OP.

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

We have three Kias and love them all! Very reliable and better value that the Japanese cars. The airbags on the Spectra saved my life.

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome MPG!

Great commuter car. Averaged 29-30 MPG in rush hour traffic. Lots of compliments on roomy back seat. Large trunk space. Very easy and fun to drive. A little sluggish on the "get up and go" aspect, but typical for 4 cylinder and nothing abnormal or too noticeable. Wish the driver seat was a little more comfortable. Felt like I could never get it "just right". Other than that, great car, safe, good gas MPG, and fun to drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2nd optima

Best car ever owned this is my 2nd brand new Kia I owned no complaints car is very realiable very glad they are made in America

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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Kia Optima EX

Awesome car. Very reliable, and no problems so far. Sporty feeling with decent power. Great road feel.

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