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Kia Optima - is it any good?

I owned a BMW 325i for 12 years and I loved it. I'm now looking to buy a new car, and I recently test drove a Kia Optima. I loved it too and all the extras that would cost a fortune to have in other cars.

I know your review is a positive one, and I ask therefore is this a good car for me? I'm looking for a good looking car, with a great range of extras, that is comfortable, rides well, and is fast when needed. Should I buy the Kia?

Asked on 5 November 2014 by Danzicle

Answered by Honest John

www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/kia/kia-optima-201.../ It's been improved since then, but still important to go for Tech spec with 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/55 R17 tyres rather than the harder riding 18-inch alloy wheels with 225/45 R18 tyres.

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