2003 Kia Optima LX review from North America
"The car is as solid as when it was new"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
Best new car I ever had. Just replaced tires after 81,000 miles.
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![]() ![]() | Great car... that is if you don't ever plan on trading it in on another!!! |
![]() ![]() | If an Accord or Camry is a 10, An Optima is at least an 8. Regardless of price |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.7 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 56 miles |
| Most recent distance | 84000 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac DeVille |
| Date of Entry | 8th August, 2006 |

