Owner reviews for the Kia Optima
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Overall rating 4.5/5
Practical, safe and well-equipped, the Kia Optima is an easy choice if you want space, value and a low-stress ownership experience.
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Erith
West Drayton
Ashford
Ashford
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Watford
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Watford
Ashford
Ashford
Upminster
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Overall rating 4.5/5The Kia Optima is a roomy family saloon – also available as the Kia Optima Sportswagon estate – with a reputation for strong value and generous standard kit. It’s designed for drivers who need comfort, space and peace of mind for longer journeys, making it a natural fit for families and business users. Sold in the UK from 2012 to 2021, the Kia Optima received a major update in 2016, gaining sharper styling, improved tech and extra safety features. Compared with rivals like the Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat, it stands out for its long warranty, low running costs and relaxed motorway manners. Most examples use efficient diesel engines, with later models adding a petrol plug-in hybrid option. Comfort-focused rather than sporty, the Kia Optima offers a stable, quiet ride, a generous boot and plenty of safety and infotainment equipment as standard. Even today, it’s a smart, practical choice if you want easy living for less.
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