According to consumer guides, you can expect to pay between $23,000 to $35,000 for a new midsize car. For some, that might be too steep. If you’re looking to score a better deal on some of the latest features, we’ve gathered a few of the best used midsize sedans you can get for around $17,000. 2016 Toyota Camry …
In the market for a used car? If you are, then here’s why you should include the 2018 Kia Optima in your list of used cars to check out.
While the 2020 Optima had plenty to offer, Kia couldn’t afford to keep its mid-size sedan static. So, for 2021, it’s been heavily refreshed and renamed into the Kia K5. While it’s not without its faults, the K5 has the potential to be a big win for the Korean automaker. Especially, as YouTube team The …
In more recent years, Kia has really made a name for itself. Since bringing Peter Schreyer on board, cars with a more distinct style give Kia bigger chops against the popular competition. However, rising popularity means more units out there for consumers to complain about. This list isn’t shocking. Still, these are the most complained …
Sometimes, vehicles are more impressive as a used-car option instead of as brand-new. This is the case for the 2017 Kia Optima Hybrid. The 2017 Optima Hybrid impressed reviewers with its excellent reliability ratings and for its exceptional fuel economy. However, its new sticker price tag was a little off-putting. Now, you can score a serious deal on this …
The 2020 Kia Optima offers a premium cabin and a long list of handy tech features. And while a brand new Kia Optima is an attractive choice, it doesn’t come cheap. Fortunately, though, the Optima is also a great choice to buy used. If you’re looking to buy used to save money and get some of the latest …
Midsized sedans seem to be the happy medium for many people. They are big enough to offer a reasonable amount of space, and won’t make you or your passengers feel too cramped. They are small enough to fit in tighter parking spaces and are good options for drivers who don’t want an SUV. The Chevrolet …
The reign of the Kia Optima has finally come to an end, but the car itself isn’t going away. It has been renamed the 2021 Kia K5 to match its sporty new design. It has aggressive new exterior styling as well as an upgraded powertrain. The Optima was one of the most well-rounded midsize sedans …
Buying a luxury car is nice, but it comes with a high price tag and several other expenses that make them less-than-desirable for your daily commute. When you have a vehicle that goes mile after mile each day, you don’t want to be concerned with the costs that come up every service interval, and there …
Whenever car owners and car critics discuss the reliability of midsize sedans, several names linger at the top of their list. However, U.S. News has singled out the 2020 Kia Optima as the new reliability leader among midsize sedans, even beating out Toyota Camry. The standard features in the base model of the Optima also …
In years past, Kia would often find itself toward the bottom half of the ‘best of’ vehicle lists. It’s not for lack of trying; the Korean automaker built quality vehicles but couldn’t seem to get the edge on the aggressive designs of competitors within the various spaces. Kia cars continued to be popular for economy …
There’s one midsize sedan that, according to U.S. News, is really something to rave about. The 2020 Kia Optima came in with a No. 1 ranking in their survey looking for the Best Midsize Car for 2020. Why was the Kia Optima rated so highly, and what sets it apart from all its competitors in …
A car can look as attractive as the designers make it, as fast as the engineers can build and safe as the team designs, but if the car isn’t comfortable most people won’t pick it for their daily commute. Whether you commute for an hour or just a few minutes, you’ve probably realized how much …
Toyota might be one of the top automakers in the world, but it just got beaten out by Kia. According to U.S. News’ midsize sedan rankings, the Kia Optima beat out the legendary Toyota Camry for the No. 1 spot. It might be one of the biggest upsets in the auto world to come in …
The Kia Optima has been in production since 2001. This midsize car is a great choice for consumers looking for space and comfort. The 2020 model is an affordable five-passenger sedan that maneuvers well and is full of safety features. The older model Kia Optima vehicles don’t seem to be faring as well, particularly the …
The 2021 Kia Optima was unveiled in recent months and is yet to go into production, however, the current generation still has a lot to offer. Refreshed for the 2019 model year, the 2020 Kia Optima hangs with some of the best that the mid-size sedan category has to offer, including the formidable Honda Accord. …
Handsome styling, respectable fuel efficiency, and an affordable price all make the Kia Optima an appealing choice as a family driver. The Kia Optima competes with the Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata, and the Honda Accord in the midsize sedan category. So maybe you’d like to save money by buying a secondhand Optima. But before you …
The Kia Optima shares the midsize sedan segment with the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and the Ford Fusion. Boasting two engine options and a ton of standard features, a secondhand Optima seems like a good buy, especially with fair market prices dipping below $10,000 for some model years. But you should cross the 2011 Kia …
The Kia Optima has become a strong contender in the midsize sedan market. But some earlier Optimas were plagued by engine issues.
Even before the Genesis brand started taking off, Kia was starting to change American attitudes on Korean cars. That was through stylish and safe models like the Optima sedan. The Kia Optima is also a great choice for back-pain sufferers and has been named a KBB Best Buy. But, while the latest model is incredibly …
