' 2014 Kia Optima ' Test Drive & Review - TheGetawayer

I spent two weeks with the Kia Optima, which has just been facelifted for 2014. A nice daily driver with tons of options for a small price ...

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Music: Ballroom Memoirs by Per Kiilstofte (Machinimasound)

[kendra]

I just bought this car (used, of course) and absolutely love it!!

[danieldemers]

Because of your review today I went and bought the kia.
Thanks,
Daniel.

[AnasNgy]

I really like the fact that you reviewed an affordable car, and I like the way you film the cars . I'm learning german and I'd love to read your report ! I appreciate your work and I hope you stay in this shape . Coming from a long term viewer :D

[echo]

Fantastic review! I purchased this car recently (the SXL - limited trim w/turbo in the States) and LOVE every second I am behind the wheel. I was so proud and pleased to hear your complimentary sentiment on it, as well. Ausgezeichnet and 감사합니다!

[DreamCarGarage]

Refreshing to see such a clear, impartial, unbiased review. Kia's and their sister company Hyundai, are the hottest car makers around at the moment. Their design language is 'o point', and so is their tech. There car's are not just 'a lot of car for the money', but the have now also reached the status of 'desirable' and 'aspiration' vehicles.

[damarislimon]

I have this car and it's honestly the best car I've ever driven. Usually after a big purchase I have buyers remorse at some point. Not so with my optima. Like he says in the video, you get so much for your money, there's no reason to regret it

[predator]

I love this review. I had a 2013 Audi S4 which I was putting way too miles on (20k miles a year). I sold it for a 2014 Optima SXL a month ago, and couldn't be happier. Like the review said, there are options you pay a LOT of money for on a German car. Some of which, like cooled front seats, heated rear seats, touch screen, and a panoramic sunroof, aren't even available on most of the German sedans.

I will say this, I miss the tight handling of the Audi. I HAD to change the springs in the Kia. They were way too floaty. For $150 in Eibach springs and $70 for an alignment, it made all the difference. Still not my S4, but I am very happy and the value can't be beat.

[nithinkrishna]

Just bought a kia optima and im lovin it!! The sad part is they dont come with lcd screen. But I can order it online. The panoramic roof and other features are just awesome.

[Junweiluo]

Amazing car to look at and drive in. Its a really sound product from Kia to compete with some of the established names in this car segment. Had a test drive recently and it totally surprised me. Interior quality, feel & design was European and the ride was comfortable most of the time. The Optima we drove came in the Nu 2.0 CVVL engine with 165ps and 20.0 kg.m, 100 km dash quoted @ 10.6 secs on 18" sport rims. Absolutely "The Power to surprise".

[TheOhknows]

I just subscribed to your channel. I like the way you explain and review cars. Your opinions seem to me to be honest, but that little plug in the end about Kia wants you to review their car made me feel not to sure how much of your review was honest, but most of it seemed to me was an honest opinion. I'm glad you reviewed the Kia. It's nice to hear an opinion from a rich guy lol that really knows cars and truly enjoy cars on the more main stream average autos the most of the general population can afford. Well, at least I hope that most can afford. Anyways, Porsche autos will probably be my favorite dream car manufacture for life, but not all the models of course. Lol The GT-3 is just makes want to keep saying, WOW! Thx for sharing!

[alipontiac]

Welcome back, i will be so happy if you can test drive and review the Corvette Stingray

[joseywales]

Have had the 2014 Optima EX Premium Package w 2.4L for a year now. Still a great car and the looks blow away Accord or Camry or the generic want-to- be sedans. Smooth ride even at high speeds. Was tailing a Shelby Mustang GT 500 on the highway pushing a good  150+ kph and staying on right behind him . The 6 speed tranny is a real plus and very quiet. All the bells and whistles make this an exceptional car. The KIAs and Hyundais are now where the Japanese car makers were 15-20 years ago IMHO. It's only a matter of time before they start being recognized for the quality, styling and value they bring to the market.

[TheRob]

Got to love the geterwayer reviews👍 the best German reviewer .

[FrankulesYT]

I have now my Kia Optima 2016 (a mix of the 3rd and 4th generation) and I really love it, and guess what? BMW 3*** series drivers look with envy eyes at my Optima (silver) everyone comments about my new car when they see it parked or arriving to any place hahaha Im not sure If I like that thing hahaha but I feel so proud, the car performs very nice, the comfort is excellent!!! lots of space too!

[MattMaranMotoring]

Very interesting review! I've never driven one of these but maybe it's worth checking out! I'm still just a little worried about the build quality, my friend had a Kia Sorento rental car and the media interface quit working after 1, 000 miles, lol. Well done video though Guido!

[barreritas]

i aprecciate this kind of videos help a lot when you don't have experience

[jeffpuha]

Hi Guido. Nice review. I've actually become a fan of some of the KIA and Hyundai cars, such as the Hyundai Genesis and the KIA Cadenza and K900. Here in the States, we can get the Optima in five trim levels-LX, EX, SX, SX Turbo, and Limited. The diesel is not available, however. Nor is the manual gearbox. GRRR! :( The LX, EX, and SX have a 2.4-liter DOHC 16V inline-4 with direct injection that produces 192-hp and 181 lb-ft of torque. The SX Turbo and the Limited both have a 2.0-liter turbocharged DOHC 16V inline-4 also with direct injection. It makes 274-hp and 269 lb-ft of torque. :) The Limited is the top-of-the-line trim level, and sells for $36k. There are no options at all for the Limited. It's loaded with everything you can think of, including Nappa leather. The Optima's sister car is the Hyundai Sonata.
I thought you and the other viewers might be interested. Bye for now. :)

[derickj]

I really like the aggresive and sporty look of this car.

[Enzo_Gorlomi]

Great review. I'm gonna pick up my optima tomorrow. cant wait

[Jeka]

Live in the states, have been driving a 2012 optima hybrid for 2 yrs... Nice car... Good looking and lots of bang for your buck as we say here in the states... I'll subscribe to your channel, I like the reviews you give ;)