2015 Kia Optima

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][mk_image_slideshow images=”3060,3059,3058″ image_width=”800″ image_height=”400″ pause_on_hover=”true”][vc_column_text el_class=”review-slideshow-caption”]2015 Kia Optima[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][vc_column_text]Pros: Impressive features-for-the-money quotient; handsome styling; upscale feel inside and out; generous passenger space; peppy performance of available turbocharged engine

Cons: Ride quality and composure trail most midsize-sedan competitors; sharply sloped rear window and large roof pillars hurt rear visibility; engines are a bit noisier/coarser sounding than some class rivals[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: After a lengthy list of revisions for 2014, the 2015 Kia Optima gets an acoustic laminated windshield, the latest version of Kia’s UVO eServices system, and minor trim updates. With the Optima, Kia strives to provide high-end features and an engaging driving experience at bargain prices, and it mostly succeeds. The interior is stylish and it is offered with many features more commonly found in luxury cars, including ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel. Optima’s driving experience is more inspired than most midsize cars, though it does not rank with the best in this class in this regard. Though the up-level Limited Package for SX models is tempting with all the features it carries, a base LX or mid-range EX is the value leader here.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][mk_content_box heading=”The Facts”][mk_table el_class=”new-review-specs”]

Class	Midsize Car
Body Style(s)	4-door sedan
Passenger Count	5
Drive Wheels	front-wheel drive
Manufacturer	Kia
Nation of Manufacture	USA
Base Prices	LX: $21,650 EX: $24,100 SX: $25,700 SX Turbo: $27,700 SX Limited: $35,500

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Base Engine 2.4-liter 4-cylinder

Horsepower 192

Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic

Avail. Transmission NA

EPA City Range (mpg) 23

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 34

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Optional Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder

Horsepower 274

Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic

Avail. Transmission NA

EPA City Range (mpg) 20

EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31

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Links

2014 Kia Optima Review

2016 Kia Optima Review

Test Drive: 2014 Kia Optima SX Turbo[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][mk_image src=”https://consumerguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/6024_1_2Hybrid-e1390235199488.jpg” image_width=”600″ image_height=”300″ title=”2015 Kia Optima” caption_location=”outside-image” margin_bottom=”20″ crop=”false”][/vc_column][/vc_row]