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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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A true joy to drive

Inside and out, this car looks and feels great. Lots of amenities, but most of all, plenty of room both front and back, and extremely comfortable to drive.

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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Most reliable family car

Smooth riding, very perfect for families nice big trunk and big space in the back seat. It's very sporty yet perfect for big families. Only thing I don't like is jktkkkh

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

Plenty of legroom in front and back. My husband is 6'5" and fits comfortably in front. Extremely smooth ride. Great pickup for a 4 cylinder.

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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Most reliable car I ever owned

It’s beautiful runs so smooth best car I have ever bought love love love it .. I would highly recommend this car to anyone .

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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Love my Kia... Other than being bamboozled at 1st

Love the look, the feel and it drives smooth and has the perfect get up for us lead foots! Gas mileage is great for a sedan. Can get from. Kc to Dallas short of 30miles on a full tank of gas!!

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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Just financed my car

I went in looking for something completely different but I seen this car and I loved it, the look/ style, it’s got space and overall how it drives it’s by far the best car I’ve ever owned!

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Worst electronics ever! Overall' Sportage is ok.

Kia's electronics division what were you thinking? Key fob,buttons not recessed. You put them in your pocket or purse. Smallest bump and doors lock, or sets off "panic" alarm, or unlocks car, etc. Horn wimpy and stupid. Cruise control, all time worst. Let's make it very difficult with lots of buttons. Computer screen same thing, why over think it Korean design nerds. Phone syncing to dash/stereo/phone? Forget about it! Car is also overall frustratingly smaller than CRV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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proud owner.

this vehicle meets all my requirements and needs. Very comfortable with plenty of leg room. I test drove other models and always came back to the kia optima.

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 absolutely LOVE my Kia Optima Sedan!

This has been my dream car come true! The ride is smooth but powerful and the drive handles sturdy over any kind of road. The look is stunning and I often get second looks with with its slick design. Excellant amenities that are basic and included with this model. I am more than pleased with this Kia which is my first but definitely not my last!

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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Most reliable car I've ever owned.

This car is excellent on feul, comfortable, easy to use and a great family vehicle. This car is definitely a hit on long trips and regular commutes.

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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