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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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HEATED AND COOLED SEATS!!!

I never expected to have such luxury features...apple car play, heated AND cooled seats....lane change warning, back up camera....on and on. I love my 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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Love my OPTIMA made in the U.S.A Keep Americans wo

We bought the EX model 17 inch wheels And Heated Seats ! We waited till the end Of year Sale.Got a 27k car for under 21k.And Only had 5 miles.We live this Car it runs Top.And they have the best warranty and #1 Crash rating go KIA made in the U.S.A. Keeping Americans working ! Is why we bought our 2018 OPTIMA Ex !

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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A Great car for a Great Price

Wanted a car that gets good gas mileage with low miles. Has lots of leg room and very spacious inside. Loved the Sangria color and amenities 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 Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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This is my 3'rd Kia Optima an they are great cars.

I would highly recommend this car based on performance, comfort and safety. It is very reliable in all kinds of weather and is really a pleasure to drive. It has all the features of the more expensive cars and is always very reliable. I believe that it is an excellent value.

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 my Kia Optima!

I wasn't sure about getting a Kia but now I love it! It looks nice, rides great and gets great gas mileage. I got a lot for less money than other cars that I had looked at.

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

This car did meet all my needs but I truly do miss my Toyota. I’ve been a Toyota customer since 1982. I miss it. This car is very dependable and reliable. Never had any problems.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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bought one after renting one for a week

i love it drives nice i bought it from a dealership 90 miles away and driving home on the freeway it felt secure, very quiet descent power and i got 41 miles to gl ... i have the 2018 LX 2.4L

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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very good oil saver for your money

i used this car for a while and it's smooth on the road and the abilities that car gives me shocked me .. eco mode is impressive.

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

We had a 2015 Optima LX, but updated at the dealer's insistence to a 2018 Optima EX. Loved our old car, but this one is all the more sporty and impressive. Being disabled, I love the easy access memory seat. Too bad it's only available on the driver's side. 2 years free maintenance and the warranties alone make this car worth it, especially since I can't do the work myself anymore.

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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A surprise overlooked

The interior space is surprising compared to its sleek exterior design. Way more head and leg room from my previous nissan altima. She handles very well, great braking and very strong acceleration in sport mode. Very great on gas as well which is a definite plus.

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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