Kia Optima
The Kia Optima earned eight awards last year, including ?st New Family Car.” And it deserved them all. The LX and EX come with a 200-hp engine, while the EX Turbo and SX get a 274-hp turbocharged four-cylinder. This midsize 5-seater sedan also makes it possible to drive green thanks to its 206-hp hybrid version.
Detailed ratings
| The Car Guide rating | 80% |
|---|---|
| Driving | 8/10 |
| Safety | 8/10 |
| Interior | 8/10 |
| Reliability | 8/10 |
| Winter driving | 8/10 |
| Comfort | 8/10 |
What's new in 2013
No major change
Pros
- Fantastic styling and design
- Impeccable drivetrain
- Pleasant and safe to drive
- Nicely equipped
- Solid reliability, quality and warranty
Cons
- Suspension can be too stiff (SX)
- Reduced trunk size (hybrid)
- Alloy wheels too conservative (hybrid)
- Steering wheel leather rather dry (hybrid)
- Mistakes in French displays