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2019 Kia Optima consumer reviews

$22,990 starting MSRP
side view of 2019 Optima Kia
(155 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.7
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2019 Optima EX - Good Performance and economy

I had driven a 2015 Hyundai Eco that comes with the same engine and transmission combination and felt this was superior to the standard engine. I have had the car for over 6 months, the first one in Las Vegas. The engine and transmission were balkey for about 3,700 miles. After the engine and transmission are now smooth, powerful and economical. Since the engine and transmission have been broken in, I average over 30 mpg in city driving. The car is smooth, quiet and a pleasure to drive. The voice command system for both phone and navigation work very well. We were out of town and I asked the navigation to locate a place. It responded immediately and correctly.

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 New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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These cars have great gas mileage.

Love the new drive mode feature added last year. Love that the basic models has been upgraded to include back up cams, and the patient seat is now adjustable.

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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Looked for weeks chose Optima

We drove every sedan in the class have stack of business card :) and the optima was best bang for the buck got the Lx with 2.5 -6 speed and I am surprised with the smooth power it has so far great little car . Traded in Kia Soul and had no issues with it just wanted bigger 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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Great car. Just what we wanted

We really liked the car. And they gave us a great price for our trade in. We will shop here again for our daughters car

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

got stuck in this car two different times this winter and missed work both times, so got rid of it and got a new jeep

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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Mysecondoptima

This is my second Optima, had a 2014 that unfortunately was a total loss in an accident. Extraordinary value for the price! Absolutely love 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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very sporty and comfortable car.

I was very impressed about the comfort and features of this car. They add in the great warranty and price and I was completely satisfied with the whole buying experience. This car no longer has competition with Honda. I'm very happy I gave Kia a chance.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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 new design

Kia has much improved the 2019 model looks and quality of the build are leaps and bounds above older models. Love this car so far

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 ride I've ever owned!

It has such smooth ride, very comfortable! I would recommend anyone looking for a gas friendly, sharp looking ride to purchase an Optima! It has all of the safety options you're looking for!

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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We like this car so much we bought three.

The car is great from all aspects. Comfort, amenities, looks, safety. Our salesperson was wonderful and did not pressure us. She was very informed of her product.

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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