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The 2018 Kia Optima receives praise for its fuel efficiency, stylish design, and spacious interior. Ride and handling are widely appreciated, though braking and acceleration draw occasional criticism. Some negative feedback includes engine reliability concerns and cabin noise, but its tech features and overall value make it a popular choice for families.
Very spacious.
Pretty comfy.
Carplay.
My experience with reliability was extremely disappointing. Within just a few months of ownership and under 6,000 miles driven, the vehicle developed a major engine issue that made it unsafe to drive. For a car purchased from a large, trusted retailer, I expected a much higher level of reliability and basic quality assurance.
The overall value ended up being very poor. I purchased the car for around $13,000 and had to sell it back for only $3,000 within six months due to mechanical failure. Losing that much money in such a short period of time made this purchase feel like a significant financial setback rather than a worthwhile investment.
Cabin noise was also a noticeable downside. There was a consistent level of engine and road noise that made the driving experience less comfortable than expected. Over time, especially as the engine issues developed, the noise became more concerning and took away from any sense of driving confidence.
car was nice before breaking down
broke down
More bang for your buck.
Low maintenance
Comfortably seats 5
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*Price excludes government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge.. Price assumes that final purchase will be made in the State of CA, unless vehicle is non-transferable. Vehicle subject to prior sale. Applicable transfer fees are due in advance of vehicle delivery and are separate from sales transactions. Limited warranty is 30 days. See store for details. We make every effort to provide accurate information, but please verify before purchasing.
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