Overall the car is excellent. The two negatives are slightly lower gas milage then I would like, and the 4 is slightly underpowered for the car. We have had the car for 2 months now, so far so good. Quality is greatly improved from the 2001 model year, and the sticker has not changed drastically. Lots of features which are extras on Camrys and Accords, are standard on the Optima
Overall the car is excellent. The two negatives are slightly lower gas milage then I would like, and the 4 is slightly underpowered for the car. We have had the car for 2 months now, so far so good. Quality is greatly improved from the 2001 model year, and the sticker has not changed drastically. Lots of features which are extras on Camrys and Accords, are standard on the Optima.
Quality greatly improved from 2001 model? in what way? I have no complaints on my 2001 expect brake squeal.The biggest downside,as you will find ,Doug is the cars sure don't hold their value.A 2003 figures to drop at least $5,000in blue book value in the first 2 years,depending on mileage,options and the overall shape of vehicle. I got a letter from KIA last year telling me that the original size of my engine was slightly smaller than what they stated.For this,they offered to extend my 100,000 warranty on powertrain to
Value? Compare the KIA to a Buick . About the same. They all depreciate too much but I think you will be suprised at how the KIA compares with others. About the same.
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