Impressive Warranty
Hyundai is Kia's corporate parent, so the Optima gets Hyundai's impressive warranty; it includes 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain protection and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance.
Kia is putting more marketing muscle behind the new Optima. Its predecessor received little marketing support, and most folks wanting a Kia sedan brushed past it in showrooms and headed for the automaker's Spectra model.
The front-wheel-drive Optima has quick steering and a decent ride, but the softness of an older Buick and thus just average handling. The brake pedal has a linear action to help provide smooth stops.
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Interior lights
Room light
Front (map light)
The lights are turned ON or OFF by
pressing the corresponding switch.
Center (dome light)
➀ DOOR : The light turns on or off
when a door is opened or clos ...
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be
changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the car is being
driven in severe conditions, more frequent
oil and fi ...
Interior Design and Special Features
Kia designed a functional, roomy and attractive interior for the Sportage.
Most of the materials are of good quality and the build quality is solid. The
rear-seat design allows for a flat load flo ...