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2016 Kia Optima consumer reviews

$22,140 starting MSRP
side view of 2016 Optima Kia
(262 reviews)
88% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.6
Interior
4.6
Performance
4.4
Value
4.4
Exterior
4.7
Reliability
4.5
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Great blend of comfort and style

This car is very nice to look at, fun to drive, and it is incredibly comfortable to ride in. It also has a good balance of fuel economy and performance.

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

After driving our Kia Optima we were very satisfied with the ride and the handling of the vehicle and was also very surprised to see how much power the car had. There is only one complaint with the car and that is the drivers arm rest is too low on the drivers side door.I know it is a small complaint but on long trips it is a problem

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I have ever owned

This car rides great and for a larger car it gets great gas mileage along with good performance. The wife and I really enjoy trips in this 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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Great car!

I love the interior design and roominess of this vehicle. The exterior seems a little longer than what I would like, but overall, a great vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Never owned a better vehicle!

Great vehicle. I?m 6?6 and wasn?t looking to spend a ton of money on a car but still wanted something that I could fit in, has great fuel economy, warranty, and price. The Optima hits all of those. Even when I go on long trips I don?t feel cramped up or anything like that. Plus, it has a 10 year 100k warranty so if something goes wrong with it it?s not my problem. The service I get at my local Kia dealer is fantastic. They always take great care of me and my vehicle. I will certainly recommend Kia to anyone I know.

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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I love my car!!

I just love my car! I love the way it looks, they way it handles, and it's reliability. It's a beautiful car. I highly recommend this beautiful, sporty, reliable 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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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So far so good

I haven?t owned the car very long but the GDI engine is impressive for a four cylinder. I was afraid it would be too slow for me but it performs well (about 2k rpm at 60-65mph). Reliability and longevity is yet to be determined but as of 30k miles it?s doing just fine.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
3.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
5.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best all-around car I've owned.

This car has just what I was looking for - economy, performance & comfort. I have the SXL model which has a peppy 4-cyl engine with turbo and only requires regular gas. Great riding car with 18" tires. It has a spacious interior & plenty of trunk space.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
4.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Sickest looking car I?ve ever owned

I love this car! It looks very sleek and sporty. It is faster than I originally thought. Very quick and handles great. Best car I?ve ever owned.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
5.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable vehicle and great gas mileage

Love the back up camera and lots of legroom, great on gas mileage. Comfortable seats, love the stereo system, love how the kia handles, very safe and would recommend the kia to my family and friends.

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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