Overview & Reviews

The Kia Optima is a completely redesigned model for 2011.

• Lengthy warranty.
• Impressive value
• Powerful and fuel-efficient engines
• Good ride/handling balance
• Handsome cabin
• Top safety scores
• Copious features

• Disappointing real-world fuel economy and driving experience for hybrid
• Numb steering.
• Can be tight on headroom

User Reviews:

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  Good Job KIA! - 2011 Kia Optima
  By sabz - October 22 - 8:50 pm

  Wow! Cannot believe the new Optimas comfort level, performance, and reliability. We traded our 04 Sedona in for this new 11 optima and am REALLY impressed with what an overall good reliable family sedan this is! Have taken 2 pretty long road trips so far in this and have put on nearly 10,000miles since purchased in December of 10. Has plenty of room for the kids in the back. Has no problem acceleration to speed while merging on to the highway, while being packed with a whole trunk of suitcases and 2 teenage kids in the back!

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  Surprising - 2011 Kia Optima
  By redbruin - July 19 - 3:06 am

  I have had the SX Turbo for a week now and love it. Its a great ride and the power you get with its 4-cylinder engine will surprise you.

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  Likin it - 2011 Kia Optima
  By bobpdd70 - April 1 - 6:08 pm

  Had my Optima SX Turbo for about 6 weeks now and Im likin it so far. I didnt buy it to be a luxury car substitute so Im mindful to not compare it one. It looks great, the power is there and I really enjoy driving it. If I did have one gripe, it would be the tires. I think alot of the issues (left pull and road noise) that are posted in the previous reviews may be tire related. Ill find out in about 35,000 miles when I change mine out.

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  2nd review of my EX Turbo - 2011 Kia Optima
  By donnie71281 - November 24 - 7:55 pm

  Ive not put a little over 800 miles on my 2011 Turbo EX. Not a single problem. My Optima tracks 100% Straight on the freeway with NO left pull at all. Ive read of others having the left pull issue and i agree that you should test drive the car on the freeway first. Though I would say that of ANY car. This problem isnt an uncommon issue with electric steering(generally sofware related). Honda and VW have had the same issue. Our 2003 accord has started the left pull again. I still love my Optima 1,000,000 times more than i did the Accord Ex-L V6 i test drove. Im also going on week 3 without a trip to the gas station. Really love that.

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  My First NEW CAR!!!! EX with Premium Package. - 2011 Kia Optima
  By amarios - October 2 - 12:43 pm

  March 17, 2011 I bought myself a new car. I have to tell you that Kia has done an excellent job remodling this car, and of course the design and thanked to Audi ex designer. Anyways other than that interior is nice as well as exterior. This car gave me the best bang for my buck. While driving people look at my car I notice and they look back a second time which I love so much because than people are like that is a KIA yes it is and lovin it!!!!

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  Love my car - 2011 Kia Optima
  By sean_nock1 - August 28 - 6:28 am

  I initially bought a 2010 optima in November of last year. I was happy with it until a month later I saw the 2011 Kia Optima. I fell in love with the vehicle and what really caught my eye is the fact it came in a manual 6 speed. I recently gave in and went back to the same dealership I bought the 2010 to see if I could get a 2011. Thankfully everything worked out and I was able to get it not paying that much more.

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  Best 4 Banger for the Buck - 2011 Kia Optima
  By skyflyin - July 19 - 6:29 am

  I have to agree with the reviews so far, this is far and away the best in class. Great looks, good performance with an interior that has more standard features than some cars have features. I purchased the EX with Premium Package and I couldnt be happier. Everything about this vehicle is smooth, the steering, acceleration and braking are all refined as well as the interior features are well thought out and intuitive. The engine has ample power and if I get anywhere near the EPA estimated gas mileage I will be even happier. Kia has come a long way with this vehicle from an also-ran to a leader. Well done!

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  Real Pleasure to Drive - 2011 Kia Optima
  By jillyfish - May 23 - 4:02 am

  Former Lincoln owner, this car is fun and comfortable! Fantastic value.

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  Awesome design and Fun to Drive - 2011 Kia Optima
  By mavic19 - January 28 - 7:50 pm

  I am absolutely in love with this car. The design is very sporty and draws a lot of attention and compliments. Great interior design and layout. Wood accents are sweet and not overly done. Performance is great. No torque off the bottom, but one she hits 4k she rips. Only thing I dont like is the NEXEN CP671 tires. Gas milage has been consitent at 28mpg after 3 tanks of mixed driving.

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  My SX experience - 2011 Kia Optima
  By 72roadrunner - January 14 - 8:29 am

  I love this car. Handles great and has excellent power whether using ECO mode or regular mode. I am getting 30mpg overall combined city and hwy with about 50/50 of each. This car has the interior room of a much bigger car. I have extra long legs and I still fit in this car great, and there is room for someone to sit behind me with my seat all the way back the way I need it. This isnt true for many cars. The truck is also bigger than other large cars I have driven/owned. I love that people cant figure out what kind of car this is at first glance. That will probably change as more show up on the road, but for now I feel I am driving an exclusive luxury automobile, that runs on regular!