2004 Kia Optima LX review from North America
"Good car for couples, not families"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rack and Pinion Failure
Paint on door handles
LX on trunk.
General comments?
Handles in curves wonderfully
Not much room inside
No ABS Standard.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2004 |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 24 miles |
| Most recent distance | 62000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th December, 2006 |