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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  Kia Optima EX V6 - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Nauman - February 18 - 10:00 am

  Great driving car with alot of extras for the money. Would like to have a little better gas mileage.

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  l-o-v-e i-t!!!!!!!!! - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Paula B - December 31 - 12:40 am

  I love this car....a friend had purchased one and I test drove it and immediately traded in my 2001 Galant in with only 35G miles on it- which I had planned on keeping for a long time due to low mileage. This car handles so much better than Galant and I love the styling and the price was almost unbelievable for only 12G for a new car in 2004!

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  Be careful - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Jaymarie - November 9 - 11:06 pm

  I loved the car when I first got it, but I had so many little issues with it. First, I believe i replaced the head lights about 17 times, its OK on gas but now that the Car is 5 I have lots of rust the paint is going on it, the power steering has given me so many problems, and to get it replaced the cost is unreasonable for a vehicle that is suppose to be a good investment for your money... You pay for it in the end. I am looking for another car.

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  Decent Cheap Car - 2004 Kia Optima
  By 2004 Kia Optima LX - October 15 - 1:26 am

  I bought this car with 40k miles on it. It now has almost 105k and I havent had any major problems with it. I have kept up on my maintenance so that probably helps. I just had to have my alignment fixed because my tires kept popping, but that was only $50. If you keep up with the maintenance this car should last you!

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  love my kia - 2004 Kia Optima
  By leo scullio - July 14 - 10:00 am

  I absolutely love my kia. It is fun to drive, looks great, and is laid out for easy use and convenience. I can not say enough about how much value I have received for what Ive paid for it.

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  2004 Kia Optima LX - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Problems - June 26 - 11:16 am

  I purchased the car used with 59K miles. I now have 63K miles and have already had to replace the power steering hose ($200 +) and now the power door locks are messed up and literally lock me in the car. I have had to climb out the window, this might be ok if I were Bo Duke. It does have a smooth ride. Sometimes when I first start the car it will stall or take a second to get going, sorta like its not getting gas. The car looks pretty but looks can be deceiving. Dont buy. Run away.

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  The optima is a race machine - 2004 Kia Optima
  By Jamie - June 19 - 9:36 pm

  It is a awesome car, but minor problems are going wrong. I commute 65 miles a day. great gas mileage nice and comfortable. The only problem is , is that my trunk latch broke the other day. Now today my front door on the drivers side wouldnt open from the inside and out. It is a fixable problem. The only thing is I look like a retard going in and out of my car just to drive. I now have a paranoia that the other door will go. Or that my key will break!!!

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  Looking for a good used car? - 2004 Kia Optima
  By jim - March 21 - 7:16 am

  I now have about 40K miles and over 2 years on this car (see my 7/02/05 review) and no major problems. I average about 23mpg in mixed hwy/city driving. I would definitely recommend this as a great used car buy (but only the V6). I have had a few minor things fixed at no cost under warranty: rattle in rear view mirror, license plate light cracked, and the keyless entry control unit stopped responding. The engine still purrs and It rides just as smooth and quiet as ever with no rattles. I am looking forward to the next 40K miles.

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  S.Jones - 2004 Kia Optima
  By S. Jones - October 29 - 2:00 am

  I have driven to Missouri, New Orleans, Fredricksburg, back and forth to Virginia Beach, And Ive been to Winchester and the car has driven smoothly and safely .

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  Koreas Biggest kept Secret - 2004 Kia Optima
  By NCCU EAGLE - June 7 - 6:03 am

  I bought my Kia with 30k miles on it. Since I have bought the car I have driven about 13k miles without one single problem with it.