Roomy New Interior
However, the Optima's quiet new interior is more upscale and will accommodate four tall adults, or five in a pinch.
Front seats are supportive, and the rear-seat area is impressively roomy—although the back seat has a stiff center area. Oversized door handles help allow easy entry.
The instrument panel has a design that curves at the corners and flows on to the door panels. Gauges can be easily read, climate controls are large and radio controls are simple to use. There are a decent number of storage areas for smaller items, and front cupholders are conveniently located on the console. Sun visor vanity mirrors have ceiling lights—an upscale touch. However, some interior surfaces feel rough.
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Features of your vehicle
Keys
Remote keyless entry
Door locks
Tailgate
Windows
Hood
Fuel filler lid
Sunroof
Steering wheel
Mirrors
Instrument cluster
Rearview camera
Hazard warning flasher
Lighting
Wipers and wa ...
Handling
With its tighter turning circle, the Kia Rio is most certainly more
maneuverable than the average sedan, something to consider if you do a lot of
city driving; however, remember that a vehicle wit ...
Using four-wheel drive
Driving on snow- or Ice-covered
roads (“4WD LOCK� for
full-time 4WD operation)
• Use snow tires. See “Tires� in this
section for more information.
• Keep an adequate distance
between ...


