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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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Most reliable car I have owned

The car has met all my needs and more. Stylish, fast and great on gas. It has surpassed everything I thought it could do and I get many compliments on 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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I like its performance. Great gas mileage.

I like how big the inside of the car is especially the back seat room, but the car is lower than I am use to because I drove a Ford explorer before. It drives like a sports car. It is very quick. I am really excited about the gas mileage. I am averaging 34 mpg even with the air conditioning on.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
4.0
Performance
5.0
Value
3.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most problems I’ve ever experienced

There were so many problems. Brakes were squeaking, battery had a shortage causing it to stall. I also was stuck in the parking lot waiting for a jump. 3 of 4 tires needed air when I drive off the lot. There was no spare tire. Remote on key didn’t work.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
5.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
1.0
Value
1.0
Exterior
2.0
Reliability
1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Lemon. Was deceived by dealer

This car has been in the shop more than our driveway and we only bought it 2 1/2 months ago. Thank goodness for the warranty.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
1.0
Interior
1.0
Performance
1.0
Value
1.0
Exterior
1.0
Reliability
1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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All the bells and whistles!

Easy to drive, stylish, lots of added features, well priced! I love the style of the inside including the touch screen! Very happy with the car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
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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Very Reliable

Very nice car. needs a little more umph and style but a great buy and im very happy. Next time i would get the sport though.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
3.0
Performance
4.0
Value
4.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Oil changes

I don’t like the fact I have to get an oil change every 2000 miles. There is not a leak but the oil burns out very fast. I don’t mind servicing my car but this is too much. I have met ppl with the same issue and they say Kia doesn’t want to fix it and I’m under warranty🤦🏾‍♀️

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
2.0
Interior
1.0
Performance
2.0
Value
1.0
Exterior
1.0
Reliability
2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great, reliable car! Love it!

I absolutely love my Optima! This is the second one that I've had and I've really fallen in love with them. KIA has come a long way!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
4.0
Interior
5.0
Performance
5.0
Value
3.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car and rides like a cloud.

Best car I have ever owned.... and LOVE those heated seats....so relaxing and warm on these cold Pgh days. Performance great and rides like a cloud. Sporty looking and great to drive. Love 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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Troublesome sun roof. Unsatisfactory service

I wouldn’t buy another one. Continuous trouble with the sunroof. Service kept on insisting on various steps in the remedy. Too many trips back to service department. Service extremely expensive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
Comfort
3.0
Interior
2.0
Performance
3.0
Value
3.0
Exterior
4.0
Reliability
3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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