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2008 Kia Optima User Reviews

2008 Kia Optima Review Ratings

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Average Ratings from 4 reviews

  • Performance:5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars 5 / 5
  • Appearance:4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7 / 5
  • Build Quality:4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars4.7 out of 5 stars 4.7 / 5
  • Overall:5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars5 out of 5 stars 5 / 5

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PROS
"fuel economy" 3 reviews
"ride" 2 reviews
"comfortable car" 2 reviews
CONS
"fuel economy" 2 reviews

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msdenisemounsey writes:
2008 Kia Optima LX Review
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Quiet, smooth ride. 25 mpg., low maintenance, never had to have any repairs. Great pick up, seats are comfortable.

Cons

Nothing.  I have had no problems with this vehicle!

msdenisemounsey
20

Good Lookin' And Economical — This is one of my most favorite cars I have owned in 35 years. It looks classy, runs great, and has been extremely reliable. The interior is roomy and has good head clearance. The seats are comfortable and easy to clean.

Primary Use: Family transportation

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sdmiller6182 writes:
2008 Kia Optima LX Review
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very fun car and cheap to fix

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gas mileage seems wrong then written on owners manuel

sdmiller6182
25

Looks Great Drives Smooth — I like everything about the kia but I just don't know kia optimas history on being a long term good car any body know or does any one got one that can help me...and they say it gets great gas mileage but it just don't seen like that to me..

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Jaco writes:
2008 Kia Optima LX Review
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new, black, aux jack, radio control on the wheel, smooth, & quiet

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new car with 1600 miles on it from the dealer, lower mpg than what i expected, & no sunroof

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Pretty Badass For A First Car — ebony black gloss, 17" alloy wheels, v4 engine, 4 speed automatic transmission, additional curtain airbags, abs, am/fm/cd/mp3, 21/31 mpg, 16 gallons

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Tanisha writes:
2008 Kia Optima LX V6 Review
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I love it because its very sleek but it also gets great milage and it a great family car

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Nothing

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This Is A Sexy And Empowering Piece Of Vehicle!!!!! — I love this car i had it for 3 days and didnt want to take it back!! I like this car so much that i plan on buying it!!

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Cost $9,857 Average Instant Market Value $10,839 Average Instant Market Value $14,330 Average Instant Market Value
Gas Mileage (highway) 31 30 32
Horsepower 162 162 175
Crash Test Rating 5 5 5
Front Leg Room (inches) 43.7 43.7 44.1

Reviews From Other Years

2013 Kia Optima Reviews

Gorgeous Car, Great Ride But Having Some Problems. By JLF

First it is very tempermental about allowing me to lock the doors with both the door fob and even manually. If I get out of the car and I hear the bell chiming, I know it isn't going to lock, but I've... Read More

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2012 Kia Optima Reviews

Very Impressive By snuggabear69

I think kia did a awesome job with the design of this car! The interior is very comfortable and i especially love the ergonomics of the dash. Also the heated and cooled seats are great especially in t... Read More

Absolutely Amazing By Andy

Absolutely love this car. It has tons of features in it for the reasonable price. It has heated and cooled seats, nav system, iphone integration, push to start, and a lot more. The car has 274 hp ... Read More

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2011 Kia Optima Reviews

Great Daily Driver By Merrill

I bought this Kia as a replacement for a 2008 Infiniti M, and I have previously owned Cadillac, Chrysler, Buick and Acura. I was blown away by the power, style and comfort in this Kia, especially com... Read More

Fantastic Machine By greggully

At 1st I said I would NEVER own a KIA!! Boy was I surprised when I took it for a road test. I went back to the dealer and drove home 2 hrs later in my new Kia. Wanna talk about fast....when that turbo... Read More

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2009 Kia Optima Reviews

Kia Optima: Good Value Family Car By fisheral

Talk about value for the money. This car has been a good and relatively reliable all around family car with plenty of comfortable space for four (sometimes five). Looked at Accord, Fusion and Sonata... Read More

My View Of Kia Cars/corporation Has Gone Way Up After Buying This Car. By MrBigFish1959

Love it! The car is smooth, quiet, & dependable, with good mpg & enough bells and whistles to make it fun to drive. Great buy! Highly recommended! Read More

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2007 Kia Optima Reviews

Buy It. Love It. By Sariah

Best car ever! I will definitely stick with this make of vehicle. Very happy with their performance. It's a 4-cyl luxury car that has a DOHC engine. It's like driving at least a V6 with a cold air i... Read More

My Car By James

it needed oil changes tire changes and brake fixes. the acceleration is ok brakes are sqeaky handels good. i do not know about gas milege. it was fun earlyer to drive but now not. now the car inside i... Read More

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