“The overall quality of materials is okay. The color matches are good and the layout is appropriate, but the fit and finish is not up to the standards of Honda and Toyota.” — New Car Test Drive
“The front bucket seats are firm, supportive and fairly flat, comfortable and well suited for hours of commuting, with enough fore-and-aft travel to accommodate the longest of legs.” — New Car Test Drive
“The Optima is a sophisticated car - right on target for the mid-size class - and, as a bonus, it carries Kia's killer 10-year/100,000-mile warranty.” — Car and Driver