Kia Optima
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The Kia Optima (known as Magentis outside of the United States and China) is a midsize car built by Kia Motors for the United States and Australian markets since 2001, and in Europe since 2002.
The Optima is produced for the Chinese market by the Dongfeng Yueda Kia Automobile Company, a joint venture with Kia.
The Optima is considered a landmark car for Kia to reach into a new market of executive luxury cars, although so far sales have been slow.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Kia Optima Review.
Recent Changes
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Styles and Major Options
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Pricing
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Engine and Transmission
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Performance
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Reliability
RECALL ALERT: On June 5, 2009, Kia and the NHTSA issued a recall alert affecting 36,538 MY2001-2004 Kia Optima sedans sold in the so-called 'Salt-Belt' states due to winter salt causing the front subframe to rust severely. According to NHTSA, if the problem is not fixed, over time, the corrosion of the front subframe could lead to the detachment of the lower control arm. Owners are urged to visit their local dealer as soon as possible for an inspection and can contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 for more detailed information on the issue.[1]
Safety
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Colors
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Main Competitors
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Hybrid Models
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Unique Attributes
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Interior
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Generations
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Current Generation: (2007–present)
The 2007 Optima was introduced on January 9, 2006 at the North American International Auto Show. Substantially similar to the 2006 Kia Magentis, the optima now differs more substantially from the Sonata. One major difference is the use of less-expensive MacPherson struts in front, as opposed to the Sonata's multilink suspension. Like the Sonata, the Optima is also longer and taller than the previous model and has a longer wheelbase. Kia offered the 2007 redesign as a 2006.5 model.
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First Generation/Origins (2001-2005)
The 2001 through 2005 model year Optimas are mechanically identical to their sister car, the Hyundai Sonata, and is more of a luxury version of the Sonata. The Kia Optima differs from the Sonata in terms of exterior styling, and some interior options. For example, later model year Optimas used the same rear leather seats as the Hyundai XG350 whereas the Hyundai Sonata received different (and arguably inferior) rear leather seats. Because of their mechanical similarity, the Kia Optima has been similarly reliable as Hyundai Sonatas of the model same year.
Worldwide
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Design quirks and oddities
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Awards
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See Also
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News and References
- Kia Presents Redesigned 2009 Optima Sedan in New York, We Yawn...
- New York 2008: Kia debuts 2009 Optima
- Kia Optima Also Recalled Over Rust Problems
Enthusiast Sites and Discussion Forums
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