The five-seat Kia Optima debuted for the 2001 model year and competed in the mid-size sedan class. Value-oriented pricing and an impressive new-car warranty helped broaden the Optima’s appeal ...

Showcasing Kia's more Euro-influenced design direction, the Optima has styling that's more exciting than that of other mid-size sedans. That design means it's quite roomy on the inside. The Optima is ...

The Kia Optima is an excellent choice in the midsize ... in the top trim levels impart a near-luxury feel. For some, the styling leans too much on the bland side of the spectrum.

Still, it’s a shame the Optima isn’t offered with one of Kia’s brawnier 2.0 or 2.2-litre ... the keenest diesel engines and the most appealing styling, while the Superb feels the highest ...

Compared to other mid-size sedans, the Kia Optima stands out in many ways. Showcasing Kia's more Euro-influenced design direction, the Optima's styling is much more edgy than that of most other ...