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2018 Kia Optima consumer reviews

$22,600 starting MSRP
side view of 2018 Optima Kia
(329 reviews)
97% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.9
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.8
  • Exterior 4.9
  • Reliability 4.9
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Great handling and fuel efficiency

This car has been a dream to drive. Eco Mode has given me a steady 5.5 liters per 100km of highway driving. On a longer trip that's close to 1000 km on one tank of gas! With absolutely no loss of "get up and go" in Eco Mode, it's not lacking power or performance. The Sport Mode makes handling on highways with tighter curves a dream. There is plenty of leg room in the back for a tall adult without compromising on the comfort of the front seat passengers. Cargo room in the trunk is plenty for a big family shopping trip. I love the seat memory button that automatically adjusts to your preference each and every time you get in. The settings make it convenient when you have two different sized drivers. It makes getting in a being ready to head off right away very easy. The only thing I wish it had was mirrors that adjusted and memorized with the seat adjustment. Perhaps this would be something that could be worked into newer models. Hopefully the designers listen and take notes on these review sites. The push button start is awesome.Just get close, give the door button a push, get in and press to start. It's that simple. You never have to dig for keys at the bottom of your purse every again! Outside styling is very sharp and sleek, with the chrome detailing giving it that little something extra that makes it feel high end without the price tag to match. Overall, so far I am not regretting the decision to buy the Kia Optima LX+. I can see myself enjoying the ride for years to come.

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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Not enough tech

It is priced right but has none of the amenities that their competitors has for the same value. The UVO system is a complete waste and shows absolutely nothing of value to me.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car i have ever owned! Very sporty car,

Very spacious, has up to date technology "Google" awesome and accurate GPS, great gas mileage, comes with a life time of free car washes! Very reliable

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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I love this car!

I?m a pretty big guy and I need lots of room. I owned a Lincoln Town Car prior to this one and I can honestly say that the comfort of this car is equal to the Lincoln.

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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Love the performance

This vehicle is wonderful. We upgraded this year and the Optima ex is all that I could expect from a vehicle. It definitely give the luxury feel that I've been wanted. Quality vehicle. We made a great choice.

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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Love my car

I love my new car I would do it all over again its roomy I love all the features it has. Roomy trunk plenty of leg room for all of us

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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We love this car!

My fianc� and I owned a Jeep Compass before getting our Kia Optima. I have to say that this car has exceeded our expectations. It?s beautiful inside and out and we love all of the amazing features it offers.

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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Smoothest car I?ve ever drove

The vehicle is amazing, first it only had 5 miles when I drove off the lot with it, the interior looks amazing, there?s apple play in it so it?s totally hands free and the navigation pulls right up from my phone to the touch screen in the car. It?s just an amazing car overall.

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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Top of the line and beats all other makes hands do

The car is hi tech and cost effective. 5 star crash ratings.Cronin Kia are the place in Cincinnati to go and get the best of it all.

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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Got my sports var back since my kids are grown!

Absolutely love everything about it! I haven't found anything I would change! Will transport the 4 of us if needed, but loving the sportiness of it! The looks I am getting are out of this world!!

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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