Kia Optima 2014

2014 Kia Optima: what owners report

• Engine failure dominates the worst-problem lists in US complaint data: blown engines and oil sludge on 2013 cars and engine failure on 2012 and 2015 cars, typically about $4,800-5,300 to fix.2012–2015
• Several US owners of 2013 and 2019 cars praise a smooth, comfortable ride, and two report highway economy in the mid to high 30s mpg.2013–2019
• Styling and value are frequent positives; two 2019 owners say it gave them more car for the money than an Accord or Camry.2013–2019