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Used 2003 Kia Optima for sale near me

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Est. $400 /mo*
Down Payment
$0
Net trade-in value
$0
Months
72
APR
7.0%
Sales tax
0.0%

Vehicle information

Ext. color: White
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
MPG: 22-30
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
Engine: 2.4L I-4 DOHC, regular unleaded, engine with 138HP
Stock #: 36215
VIN: KNAGD126435208221

Features

Entertainment: CD Player

Reviews

Carson Cars review

I would recommend this dealership, they were kind, Carlos

I would recommend this dealership, they were kind, Carlos Vazquez was super helpful and knowledgeable, and I felt like he really cared and wanted to see me get the best vehicle to fit my budget and my daily activities. need a vehicle.

2003 Kia Optima LX review

Bought it used for my daughter. Now its mine.

comfortable small car. rides great and gets great gas mileage. fairly nice interior, and lots of chrome trim on mine. I like the classic car look to it, and the way it handles. Nice older car for around town.

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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Imperial Blue
Int. color: Gray
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
MPG: 23-27
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual
Engine: 2.4L I-4 DOHC, regular unleaded, engine with 138HP
Stock #: 1193-TR-R1
VIN: KNAGD126345373372

Features

Entertainment: CD Player

Vehicle information

Ext. color: Iron Gray
Int. color: Grey
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
MPG: 20-27
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 2.4L I-4 DOHC, regular unleaded, engine with 149HP
Stock #: 15039340
VIN: KNAGD126315039340

Features

Convenience: Keyless Entry

Vehicle information

Ext. color: White
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
MPG: 22-30
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Engine: 2.4L I4 16V MPFI DOHC
Stock #: SE096961C
VIN: KNAGD126645337630

Features

Entertainment: CD Player

Vehicle information

Ext. color: White
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
MPG: 20-27
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Engine: 2.7L V6 24V MPFI DOHC
Stock #: 2495282T
VIN: KNAGD128955395282

Features

Entertainment: CD Player
Exterior: Alloy Wheels

Vehicle information

Ext. color: Gray
Int. color: Silver
Drivetrain: Front-wheel Drive
MPG: 20-27
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: A/T
Engine: 170.0HP 2.7L V6 Cylinder Engine Gasoline Fuel
VIN: KNAGD126755403765

Features

Convenience: Adaptive Cruise Control
Entertainment: CD Player
Exterior: Alloy Wheels
Safety: Automatic Emergency Braking
Seating: Third Row Seating
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2020 Kia Optima $14,833 78 Great deals
2019 Kia Optima $13,345 141 Great deals
2018 Kia Optima $12,138 59 Great deals
2017 Kia Optima $10,936 45 Great deals
2016 Kia Optima $10,981 83 Great deals
2015 Kia Optima $9,547 79 Great deals
2014 Kia Optima $9,473 16 Great deals
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2011 Kia Optima $6,410 11 Great deals

About the 2003 Kia Optima

Basics

LX shown (base trim).

Seating
5
Door count
4
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Combined MPG
0
Transmission
M/T
Engine
138.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Side view of the 2003 Kia Optima
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Is the 2003 Kia Optima reliable?

The 2003 Kia Optima has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2003 Optima owners.

Is the 2003 Kia Optima a good sedan?

Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 2003 Kia Optima.

(4 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.5
Ratings (4 reviews)

75% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.5
Trims

LX (2 styles)

Style
4dr Sdn LX Manual 4dr Sdn LX Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $15,500 Starting at $16,420
Combined MPG
0 0
Engine
138.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) 138.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

LX V6 (1 style)

Style
4dr Sdn LX Auto V6
Inventory price
Starting at $17,895
Combined MPG
0
Engine
170.0-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

SE (2 styles)

Style
4dr Sdn SE Auto V6 4dr Sdn SE Auto
Inventory price
Starting at $19,495 Starting at $18,095
Combined MPG
0 0
Engine
170.0-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) 138.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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