Kia Optima (2012 - 2015) Owner Reviews
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- Results 1 to 7 of 7
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- Year/plate: 2012/62
- Bought: Used in October 2019
Car was a big let down with there being more problems than what the car was worth. Clunky drive, paired with...
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- Year/plate: 2012/62
- Bought: Used in July 2018
Likes: well specced, great value used car, very comfortable seats, soft ride, good looking car, light steering makes it easy...
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- Year/plate: 2014/14
- Bought: New in August 2014
The rear legroom, I'm 6" 3' and need the seat almost as far back as possible. The rear passengers...
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- Year/plate: 2012/62
- Bought: Used in February 2013
General space is excellent. Passengers comment about the limo like space in the rear.
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- Year/plate: 2012/62
- Bought: Used in July 2013
Ipod and phone connectivity, the ability to turn the LED screen off whilst driving at night.
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- Year/plate: 2012/62
- Bought: Used in October 2013
Size & big boot space.
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- Year/plate: 2012/61
- Bought: Used in December 2012
Good fuel economy (although nowhere near the claimed 57mpg). Cavernous boot with really easy fold...
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