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The AWD 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line Is a Better-Optimized Optima

While the 2020 Optima had plenty to offer, Kia couldn’t afford to keep its mid-size sedan static. So, for 2021, it’s been heavily refreshed and renamed into the Kia K5. While it’s not without its faults, the K5 has the potential to be a big win for the Korean automaker. Especially, as YouTube team The …
by Matthew Skwarczek
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The Most Complained About Kia Cars

In more recent years, Kia has really made a name for itself. Since bringing Peter Schreyer on board, cars with a more distinct style give Kia bigger chops against the popular competition. However, rising popularity means more units out there for consumers to complain about. This list isn’t shocking. Still, these are the most complained …
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The rear of a white precursor of the 2020 Kia Optima on display at the Annual Chicago Auto Show
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The 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Is An Almost-New Car Bargain

Sometimes, vehicles are more impressive as a used-car option instead of as brand-new. This is the case for the 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid. The 2017 Optima Hybrid impressed reviewers with its excellent reliability ratings and for its exceptional fuel economy. However, its new sticker price tag was a little off-putting. Now, you can score a serious deal on this …
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Why You Should Get the 2017 Kia Optima Over the 2020 Version

The 2020 Kia Optima offers a premium cabin and a long list of handy tech features. And while a brand new Kia Optima is an attractive choice, it doesn’t come cheap. Fortunately, though, the Optima is also a great choice to buy used. If you’re looking to buy used to save money and get some of the latest …
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Skip the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu for These Two Alternatives

Midsized sedans seem to be the happy medium for many people. They are big enough to offer a reasonable amount of space, and won’t make you or your passengers feel too cramped. They are small enough to fit in tighter parking spaces and are good options for drivers who don’t want an SUV. The Chevrolet …
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These Commuter Sedans Will Save You Money More Than Once

Buying a luxury car is nice, but it comes with a high price tag and several other expenses that make them less-than-desirable for your daily commute. When you have a vehicle that goes mile after mile each day, you don’t want to be concerned with the costs that come up every service interval, and there …
by Gabrielle DeSantis
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The rear of a white precursor of the 2020 Kia Optima on display at the Annual Chicago Auto Show
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The 2020 Kia Optima Is 1 of the Most Reliable Cars for Families

Whenever car owners and car critics discuss the reliability of midsize sedans, several names linger at the top of their list. However, U.S. News has singled out the 2020 Kia Optima as the new reliability leader among midsize sedans, even beating out Toyota Camry. The standard features in the base model of the Optima also …
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Kia Optima SX seen at the New York International Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
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You Probably Won’t Regret Buying a Kia Anymore

In years past, Kia would often find itself toward the bottom half of the ‘best of’ vehicle lists. It’s not for lack of trying; the Korean automaker built quality vehicles but couldn’t seem to get the edge on the aggressive designs of competitors within the various spaces. Kia cars continued to be popular for economy …
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A Kia Optima model car is on display at the IAA Frankfurt International Motor Show
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The 2020 Kia Optima Has Everything You Need in the Base Model

There’s one midsize sedan that, according to U.S. News, is really something to rave about. The 2020 Kia Optima came in with a No. 1 ranking in their survey looking for the Best Midsize Car for 2020. Why was the Kia Optima rated so highly, and what sets it apart from all its competitors in …
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The Biggest Complaints About the Kia Optima You Shouldn’t Ignore

The Kia Optima has been in production since 2001. This midsize car is a great choice for consumers looking for space and comfort. The 2020 model is an affordable five-passenger sedan that maneuvers well and is full of safety features. The older model Kia Optima vehicles don’t seem to be faring as well, particularly the …
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5 Reasons Why the Kia Optima is Better than the Honda Accord

The 2021 Kia Optima was unveiled in recent months and is yet to go into production, however, the current generation still has a lot to offer. Refreshed for the 2019 model year, the 2020 Kia Optima hangs with some of the best that the mid-size sedan category has to offer, including the formidable Honda Accord. …
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Why the 2013 Kia Optima Is the Most Complained-About Model Year

Handsome styling, respectable fuel efficiency, and an affordable price all make the Kia Optima an appealing choice as a family driver. The Kia Optima competes with the Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata, and the Honda Accord in the midsize sedan category. So maybe you’d like to save money by buying a secondhand Optima. But before you …
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The new Kia Optima is unveiled on April 1, 2010 at the New York Auto Show in New York
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Skip the 2011 Kia Optima on Your Used Car Shopping List

The Kia Optima shares the midsize sedan segment with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and the Ford Fusion. Boasting two engine options and a ton of standard features, a secondhand Optima seems like a good buy, especially with fair market prices dipping below $10,000 for some model years. But you should cross the 2011 Kia …
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