Overview & Reviews

The top-of-the-line Limited trim level debuts for 2013. The EX Turbo trim has been discontinued. The Kia Optima Hybrid is now offered in two trim levels, and both feature a revised hybrid drivetrain that lifts the car's EPA numbers in trade for a slightly lower horsepower rating.

• Solid acceleration with any of the engines
• Lengthy warranty.
• Conventional gasoline models offer impressive value
• Ample feature content
• Handsome cabin
• Top crash scores

• Real-world mpg historically falls short of EPA estimates
• Tight on rear-seat headroom
• Odd brake response in hybrid model.

User Reviews:

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  2012 EX Amazing - 2013 Kia Optima
  By jerryk007 - February 19 - 4:47 am

  The Optima EX sedan is an amazing value automobile that I cannot still believe that this vehicle can be built for the cost! Great style; excellent interior design; dash assembly perfectly fit and easy to read; great leg room in rear and front; superior fit and finish for a mid sized sedan. Quiet ride-Yes-acceleration of a V6 in an in-line 4 YES! Changed oil to synthetic. I would highly recommend as one of "the" best in its class!

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  Excellent car, comfortable and quiet - 2013 Kia Optima
  By happykiadriv1 - November 14 - 3:44 pm

  Driven more than 30,000 miles, excellent car with no problems. Variable mpg depending on the weather...goes way down in the winter. Comfortable ride, quiet on the highway. Lots of standard features that make the car an excellent value.

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  Way More than what I expected - 2013 Kia Optima
  By 1powerfullady - October 8 - 8:41 pm

  I absolutely love car. I must say that this was more than what I bargained for. I do a happy dance every time I get in my baby!

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  Love the Car - 2013 Kia Optima
  By mjland - July 19 - 4:28 am

  Ive only owned the car for 5 days. From this short time Ive ascertained 2 things: - Plenty of Luxury for the Price - Ride is smooth and quiet

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  Awesome Car! - 2013 Kia Optima
  By me me - July 7 - 1:10 am

  Good in every way.

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  2013 KIA Optima SX after 12000 Miles - 2013 Kia Optima
  By achero1 - March 12 - 9:25 am

  This is a follow up review on my KIA Optima SX after 12000 miles. I purchased my 2013 Optima SX in July of 2013 new after trading out of an Infiniti M35X. The Optima has been a great car. I still cant get over how great the car looks. I commute 80 miles a day round trip to work. After 6 months I have 12000 miles on my Optima. The only issue I have had is the gasket around the moon roof which was replaced by the dealer. I have been averaging with the turbo and running high test (my choice,) on the average 25 miles per-gallon. That is apox. 425 miles on a tank of gas.Living in NH and commuting to Mass the Optima is pretty decent in the snow. Great car all around.

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  Initial Review - 2013 Kia Optima
  By whitfoc - November 10 - 11:39 pm

  Very impressive car for the money. Just bought a snow white/beige with premium and tech package. Took on a 500 mile trip over the weekend with two heavy suitcases, Two adults and averaged 33 mpg traveling at 70 mph. While the engine is extremely quiet, there is some tire noise but not excessive. Ride is compliant and comfortable. Could not justify the extra $5000 for an SX. Overall a good buy for the $30K and under price range.

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  GORGEOUS! - 2013 Kia Optima
  By funruffian - November 7 - 5:44 pm

  I bought this car 7 months ago and I am so happy to drive and step into it every day. The looks are Drop dead Gorgeous. The comfort is similar to sitting in your living room. The interior is High-end and state of the art. The drive is smooth and luxurious and I feel as if Im driving a $40,000 car.

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  nice - 2013 Kia Optima
  By bhooks - August 20 - 12:14 am

  Best investment I have4 made in a long time.

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  2013 sxl lIMITED - 2013 Kia Optima
  By aussie333 - April 13 - 11:52 pm

  WOW, what a head turning model. the SXL Limited edition. Red caliper brakes, 18 inch chrome wheels LED running lights. All the options in the SX model and more.