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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  Great Commuter Car - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Long Commute - September 1 - 10:00 am

  I drive approx. 150 miles a day in my car. The ride is quite comfortable and I think I got alot of features for the money. For the $15.5K on the sticker I could either drive a stripped sedan either from the US or Japan. I am quite pleased with the quality "feel". -Good acceleration -Quiet ride -Around 30 mpg highway -Comfortable seating

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  Dont Do It..... - 2004 Kia Optima
  By ramon - August 28 - 9:13 pm

  I bought my first Kia in 2004, Optima Lx,4 cyl, numerous problems, radio went out, power steering hose leaked, windshield wiper motor out, timing belt defective, overheating problem not yet fixed, had trouble passing emissions, crank sensor went out(which shuts down motor completely) Will never buy a Kia again.

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  a money saving car - 2004 Kia Optima
  By jillianramos - August 27 - 10:00 am

  i love my kia optima, it is excellent on gas and the ride is as smooth as a cadillac. and the warranty program is outstanding.

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  Love my new car at a great price - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Alexis - August 22 - 12:06 pm

  Have loved my new Kia so far. I traded in my Galant that I absolutely loved because the insurance was too costly for it. Got this car brand new, 8 miles on it when I took it off the lot, and have slowly fallen in love with it. Would have probably loved it quicker if I hadnt been in love with my Galant that I didnt really want to get rid of but had to. Great pick up and go for a 4 cylinder car, have read the reports about it being noisy when picking up but havent found that to be the case. Great turn radius when I get lost and have to take the U to get back on track. Would reccommend this to anyone looking for a new nice car at great price.

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  Kia owner for life - 2004 Kia Optima
  By David Hatch - August 19 - 8:40 am

  This is the second Kia Ive purchased - first was an 02 Sedona EX that has been so solid, my ex-wife fought for (and got it) in the divorce. I paid around 12K brand new as an 04 left over and have had very few problems. So far after 80K miles all Ive done is oil changes, new brake pads, and two new tires (one a side wall puncture). Have not had to used the warranty on this one, but had to in the past on the Sedona (power window, rear wiper motor) and had no hassles in invoking the warranty. Great commuter car that also offers pleanty of interior room. My next car will also be a Kia, but by the way this ones going, that doesnt look like Ill be getting a new one for a while!

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  Hidden Gem - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Allan - August 10 - 6:56 pm

  Drove this car and immediately fell in love with it. Acceleration very good, mileage good for a six, handling OK, impressive build quality, no problems when purchased and none yet. Exterior is simple yet classy looking. No chrome on LX, but I dont like chrome. Oil change was simple to do. Virtually the same car as EX minus the sunroof, power seats and auto rear view mirror. I found the non-power seats to be better padded and more comfortable. Interior space is impressive. Factory standard radio is ok, but I replaced with aftermarket radio with more bells and whistles. Easily the best buy Ive made on a new car in years!

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  excellent - 2004 Kia Optima
  By aorzo - July 15 - 10:00 am

  Alot of car for the money

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  2004 optima - 2004 Kia Optima
  By aqeelz - June 19 - 2:00 am

  just got a 2004 optima after driving a 2000 sephia for three years it is qutie a improvement power,confornt,control,

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  Kia Girl - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Angel Kia - May 4 - 2:00 am

  Ok so this is my second kia and my second car my first one was 1998 Kia sportage. This was a huge upgrade for me. I havent experienced any problems just yet other than car kinda sound like its having trouble starting, but once it does it runs beautiful. I love my car its so nice and shiny!

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  Most Car For The Buck - 2004 Kia Optima
  By tigerokie - April 20 - 10:00 am

  After driving Nissans for 20 years I decided to test drive many different models. I enned up buying the Kia for several reasons. It was great looking, different and rode as good as my Fathers 2004 Mercury. But even with leather and every thing I could get it was only $19000. It has the best warranty, just hope it is like my past Nissans, never have to see the dealer again. The gas milage started off at 24mpg but has been getting better with miles. I bought a K&N filter and no it has jumped to 30 mpg. It is nice to be able to buy a nice car for under $20000. My Dad wished he had bought one and not the big Mercury.