Overview & Reviews

The Kia Optima receives only minor revisions for the 2004 model year. The grille has been revised, 16-inch wheels are now standard on V6 models and the alloy wheels on the EX (last year's SE) have been redesigned. Finally, an in-glass antenna replaces the old power mast style unit from last year, but only on the EX and the LX with the optional cassette/CD audio system.

• Excellent warranty, pleasant highway ride, lots of features for the price.

User Reviews:

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  My Car - 2004 Kia Optima
  By HuntinChic79 - April 20 - 10:00 am

  I have only owned my Kia for about 6 months, but I love it. I have never had so much fun with a car. Im usually a truck person, so for me to like a car is a huge compliment.

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  my review - 2004 Kia Optima
  By grannyRae - April 20 - 10:00 am

  Ive only had this car 2 weeks, but it has been most pleasurable to drive. it has all the cajones and good looks to go with it. it feels very solid to drive. comparable to my ford, which i truly loved. With this car i dont miss her as much as i thought i would.

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  Best car Ive ever owned - 2004 Kia Optima
  By 1Canuck - April 11 - 11:20 pm

  Bought this car in 2006 with 18K miles, now (2009) just went over 70K miles. Hands-down the best car Ive ever owned. I track gas mileage every fill-up and have averaged 27mpg combined city/hwy driving. Car has been very reliable though I did make sure to preemptively change my timing belt at 50K miles just to be safe! Car is comfortable, handles great, very strong for a 4cyl and looks great. Would definitely buy another Optima without hesitation!

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  Nice family sedan - 2004 Kia Optima
  By ol luke - April 10 - 4:13 pm

  This car is a nice car for the money. It has the optional "sportamatic" auto- clutch transmission. I wish it wouldnt kick down automatically. The cloth seats are comfortable, and it rides like a Cadillac. Has as many features as our 1995 Maxima - minus the leather and climate control (Maxima bought used for $12,000, Kia bought new for $14,000.). Great Honda or Toyota alternative. Give Kia a try!

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  It stinks - 2004 Kia Optima
  By sjspiva - February 28 - 4:26 am

  I have had trouble out of it ever since the belt broke, left me strand on the side of road with out warning. I had no power on the car, shut down everything. Broke the motor support now the power steering is messed up. The mess up rack and pinon ad to clean out hold system and do for wheel alignment and this leaves me without a vehicle and 661.00 in debt on disability I think it stinks oh yeah buy a Kia

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  beware of 04 optima - 2004 Kia Optima
  By mike fletchinger - February 26 - 5:56 am

  I bought this optima in 2006 with about 22,000 miles. A friend, a kia service tech, said I would love this car. When used, the warranty only goes to 60,000 miles. After about 61,000 the air bag light came on, the cruise control and speedometer sometimes dont work and the transmission has gotten really rough especially in cold weather and on these cold spring mornings. It will have to be replaced. What started out to be a pleasure has started to become a nightmare.

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  still new - 2004 Kia Optima
  By RIchris - February 5 - 2:00 am

  I only just bought my Optima a bit over a week ago but having 26 years of driving experience i think I can rate it so far. It drives very well especially on the highway. Though the 4 cylinder isnt the peppiest ive driven its sufficient for getting up to speed in a timely manner. The interior is comfortable and easy to manage. The styling I think is what stands out most, it looks better in my opinion that most Accords and Camrys. So far so good for a comfortable new car under 20 grand.

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  My Car and its Value - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Robinson - January 6 - 5:16 am

  Driving this car is really good. I love my car the color is great it green. And it handle the road great, driving it is fun. My car has a sun roof a great feature. It has a great attaction to it. People love the look of my car. The price of the car is to high because it does not hold it value and it does have great potential.

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  great buy - 2004 Kia Optima
  By xxx1 - September 19 - 10:00 am

  I drive my Optima EXV6 50 miles a day and I get great milage. The ride is always comfortable, both in town and on the highway. I also have the relief to know that I ride with the best warranty in the field. I highly reccomend this to anyone who is looking for a $30,000. ride for much less.

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  My Kia review - 2004 Kia Optima
  By JaimeC - September 13 - 10:00 am

  Love this car! Fun to drive, has a very big 4 cylinder. Is very responsive, and drives incrediblly smooth. Very comfortable to drive and ride, and just the right amount of interior room. Very fuel effecient, and sporty. Nice size car that will help you to zip around town with the feeling of a small car, with big room, and looks!