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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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I love my car

I love everything about my car..it drives so nice, great gas mileage. I have wanted this car for years, and i so exited to finally own one!

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
  • Does recommend this car
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Awesome car

Love the legroom and the features of the car. Such as lane departure and blind spot detection. Warranty with the tires and the apple car play.

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 enjoyable car to date

The 2019 Kia Optima finishes in the top half of our midsize car rankings. It has one of the best interiors of any car in the class, but it lags behind some of its competitors when it comes to performance.

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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Looks great, technology needs to be better

I have a panoramic roof and because of this my car does auto defrost randomly or at least Thai was the explanation I was given. so when in auto defronts it’s just got air, and right now it’s summer time. I am riding around on a Brad new car that tells me the temperature I should be feeling. Thai is something that I can not overnight. The car does it on its own. Two days ago it was 90 degrees and the auto defrost was on the entire day because “ it was humid” so I was miserable.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Dual Transmission hesitates and is dangerous

Nice car. Looks good. Drives lousy. Stay away from Transitowne KIA. You'll get less than promised. Stay away from the EX with the dual transmission. You'll be disappointed.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does not recommend this car
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Comfortable car with a lot of safety features

The Kia Optima is a very roomy car in front and back. It has all the safety warning features that you need to feel protected, even on the basic model. It is a very good looking car and handles well. The price is a great value at a lower price than comparable cars.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Amazing value, beautiful drive

This car was purchased with my daughter in mind. As a new driver she needs dependability and safety. It is rated to deliver just that. It's beautiful, spacious, and has all the bells and whistles we need!

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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The best sedan and bang for the buck we ever had!

This car is exactly what we were looking for. It’s body staying is beautiful that it makes people turn their heads. Very roomy and comfortable, plenty of power, great handling, very quiet, great handling, a lot of safety and valuable features. It’s definitely a premium car, but affordably priced. The best bang for the buck for sure!

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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2019 Optima LX

Great car. Love it except for the driver's seat-terriblly narrow. Hips are killing me. Cushion helps, but it's not for a guy with athletic hips and thighs. May have to go to a upholstery vendor.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • 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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Sweet New Ride

Absolutely in love with my new car. Love all the bells and whistles. It's very roomy, and in love with the panoramic moon /sunroof & cloth & leather trimmed seats.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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