2013 Kia Optima consumer reviews

Very impressed with this car yes I would recommend it it seems to be sensitive to get gas and necessary maintenance but it's very reliable it's affordable luxury I would recommend taking advantage of the recalls for something I was leery about it's turned out to be my baby

I bought the car new. And have had it ten years now with no major issues. I’ve driven it 185,000 miles now, and other than routine maintenance have never had an issue, and it is still going strong. I upgraded to the technology package, which came with an Infinity six speaker sound system, and it’s been awesome if you like to crank up the music on long drives. It rides smooth, has cooled seats which are the best when you live in TX, modern body style, the list goes on and on. It was been one of the best cars I’ve ever had.

there have been several recalls of which we did not get any.With this company you need to google recalls to find out what is going on.

The 2013 Kia Optima is a joy to drive and a royal pain in the rear to live with. Whichever engineering team(s) designed the electronics had great intentions but apparently got themselves tied up in knots and made a quick exit. As a result, this car’s alarm system has a hairpin trigger that is difficult to turn off. A simple battery change requires locating a restraining bolt and knowing which order to disconnect the poles if you don’t want to risk frying the electrical system. The low tire light would be useful if it wasn’t triggered prematurely by cold weather. As a driver, however, this car does offer some value. The engine is responsive, it’s reasonably responsive, though the seat headrests push the neck forward so far that anyone without cervical scoliosis will get uncomfortable fast. The stock sound system offers good sound quality, but the interface for navigating channels and modes is cumbersome at best. The fuel efficiency does nothing to make the owner forget the annoyances that come with a 2013 Kia Optima, as it’s mediocre at best.

I have a 2013 Kia Optima turbo I was going through a green light and someone ran the red light, hit me right on my driver's door, all my airbags went off protected me completely, totaled the car, I love the car so much I went out and bought a 2015, they are a great car the performance is great, I'd love to get a Kia stinger but I see no reason to sell my Optima it's too nice of a car

Bought my Optima new in 2013 with 14 miles on it. Today, I have 101,500. No complaints with my car or Kia as ALL recalls have been taken care of timely. My biggest recall was 5 years ago...I had no problems with the engine but Kia sent me a notice to get it checked out, so I took it in. Kia found an issue and they replaced the engine and paid for the rental car for the 4-6 weeks I was in it. The color of my car is "Remington Red" and it's still bright and shiny with no signs of peeling. No complaints on the gas mileage. The only complaint I have is, when I needed to put the back seats down to be able to haul a rolled rug home a couple of times, the opening between the trunk and the downed seats is not very large opening and the back seats do not lay flat...besides that I've been very happy with my Optima. Now would be a good time to trade it in because of the used sedans are in demand BUT I don't want a car payment again!

I have a 2013 optima that I bought in 2019. Had no issues with the car since that time other than having to add oil/change far too often. Then suddenly, without ANY warning when my husband was driving it, he was stopped at a traffic light and when he tried to accelerate once the light changed, hot air started blowing out of the vents and it smelled like sulfur and burning electrical wires. The car just shut off completely. He was able to safely push it off to the side of the road and check oil, battery and fluids. Everything was where it needed to be. Had to get the car towed to a local shop. This happened Wednesday April 27 and today is Tuesday May 3. The mechanics have been working on it since and have ruled out the starter, alternator, battery and timing belt. They said they have to bench test a couple other things before contacting Kia for a possible engine failure. I love the car, though! I have not had any issues with it and this was all very sudden to me since I drive it every day for work. Car does get excellent gas mileage and is comfortable and easy to get used to driving. However, with all the reported issues with the engine failures and fire(s), I would not recommend getting an Optima unfortunately.

Right after my daughter but this car we brought it home the steering started clicking and now we have to take it in have that repaired the paint Right after my daughter bought this car we brought it home the steering started clicking and now we have to take it in have that repaired the paint shipping taking get that repaired So the whole thing Woudnt recommended it

Well my door handle broke on the outside & the silver trim is all coming off all over the car & the interior is going to pieces side doors bubbling up and lots of recalls and paint coming off!!

Of course after my 2013 warranty ran out started to find some engine problems- just two but annoying and time consuming. At the two year point the paint started flacking. No just a small patch like a scrap put the size of a quarter. Then more and more. Not to the point of regret. Car was well maintained with frequent wax treatments. Inside the plastic pieces started to break then came the glove compartment box. And the back door bracket that keeps the door open broke—-plastic. The touch screen for gps maps stopped working to the touch and didn’t after multiple mx visits. Purchase at Kia Vero Beach 110,000 miles. Good used car for around town driving.