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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  it ok - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Terri - November 5 - 1:40 pm

  seem to me I steering to the right a lot on this car. Maybe caused it have Low performances tires. Also the road noise is bad aint a really big fan of that.

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  april buyer - 2004 Kia Optima
  By scrubmd - October 27 - 10:00 am

  had problems with the trunk latch second day of owning car but dealer fixed right away and provided a loaner vehicle until fixed. car takes bumps and handles nicely and has a great sound system

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  Best value for comfort and performance - 2004 Kia Optima
  By glim - October 16 - 10:00 am

  Bid most 2-litre non-NA cars on the road

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  best car for the money - 2004 Kia Optima
  By mack11 - September 20 - 2:00 am

  For the money, it is the best car I ever owned. Underated by the media. Ready to buy their new, best model now. KIA is gaining momentum very quickly.

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  Lovin this car so far! - 2004 Kia Optima
  By JAG14004 - September 8 - 10:00 am

  I found this to be the best new car deal in its class at the present time. This car rides smooth, and is roomy enough for 4 people to ride in comfortably. The shifting is smooth, as is the braking. Handles curves really well. Minor vibration felt while ideling. Good sound system.

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  Great car BUT......... - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Chris Bell - September 6 - 2:36 pm

  I bought an 04 Kia Optima EX 4 cyl. from a used car dealer in August of last year. This a GREAT car! Ive been told it looks like from far away a Jag so I call it my Kia-Jag. Interior is great, power everything,leather, fog lights, wood grain, 6 speaker Infinity Sound system with a sunroof but I dont like the gas mileage. For a Kia I was thinking it was gonna be better but I should have done more research. 17/ city 23/highway was not what I was looking for, but hey you get what you pay for. Hope this was helpful

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  Great Quality & Service - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Capt 4 - August 13 - 9:53 pm

  This is the first automatic I have owned in years. The car has style, a great sound system and is worth the money. Good value by far, for what you get. Many come up and ask me how do I like the car. Are there any problems? I tell them for about $9k less than the Japanese brands, with the same features and no problems its a good value. I will say the service is by far # 1 on their agenda - they do a good job of pleasing the customer. The only bad feature is outdated colors for the newer cars. We had all the green and dark grey cars to last for another century. Especially when you want to attract younger buyers. Take a tip from Toyo and Nissan when its color time Kia and Hyundai!

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  very happy - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Zach Saber - August 2 - 2:00 am

  Ive driven two round trips from Seattle to Monterey in the past three months in my Optima. This is the first vehicle Ive owned that made the trip fun, affordable and comfortable. Im very happy I purchased this vehicle.

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  Really like the car - 2004 Kia Optima
  By JsM - July 22 - 10:00 am

  I really like my car. I bought it because of the looks and price. Went with the intention of buying basic car but ended up with extras (leather, wood trim, better stereo and heat/air system). Im used to a four cylinder so Im sure that makes a difference. Optima drives great (smooth, great pick- up) and gets good mileage on the highway (drove to Penn from Mass and got about 30 miles/gal). Around town not so great (about 19 miles/gal), but I sit in traffic going/coming to work. Very comfortable and roomy. Rides smooth. Very happy....

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  Beautiful! - 2004 Kia Optima
  By MEmeme - July 22 - 10:00 am

  Very NICE ride! Nicer than my SUV. I LOVE to pass the gas stations in my NEW CAR!