How many miles is a 2014 Kia Optima good for?
Reports indicate that a KIA Optima can last up to 200,000 miles. For many owners, they have crossed the 100,000-mile threshold, without tremendous problems.
What kind of car is the 2014 Kia Optima?
A standout in the crowded midsize sedan segment, the 2014 Kia Optima touts a surprisingly sophisticated design, a smooth, quiet ride and able driving dynamics. It’s the best-selling Kia in the U.S. For 2014, Optima gets a refresh, including redesigned front and rear ends and a new wheel design.
How did the Kia Optima ex Turbo get replaced?
The engine on my 2012 KIA Optima EX turbo with over 130,000 miles on it, was replaced free of charge by the KIA dealership. They paid my towing bill, provided me with a very nice sedan rental car and it only took a little over a week to get the new engine installed. The service provided by their service department was nothing short of fantastic.
What kind of gas mileage does a Kia Optima get?
Quiet at highway cruising speeds, it delivers enough power to keep up with fast traffic on the freeways. The 2014 Kia Optima rates an EPA-estimated 23/34 mpg City/Highway. (Note that fuel economy has been adjusted from the 2013 EPA estimates of 25/35 mpg City/Highway.)
What kind of engine does the Kia Optima SX have?
The upper-level Optima SX comes standard with the 2.4-liter inline-4, or an optional 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4, easily our favorite engine on the 2014 Kia Optima. With 274 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque, it boasts first-rate performance, stability and agility.
What kind of horsepower does a Kia Optima have?
The 2014 Kia Optima sedan is one of the sportiest, most stylish mid-size sedans out there. We’d even put it up against the styling of some $40,000 European luxury brands. Who needs a V6 anyway? This 4-cylinder engine has 274 horsepower and an EPA highway estimate of 31 mpg.
What was the problem with the 2014 Kia Optima?
I owed a 2014 Kia Optmia. My major problem with this car was engine failure. Under a recall Kia replaced the defective motor and gave it a lifetime warranty. 2 years later the engine failed again. Kia… Read full review This car is awesome. Like the design and price and warranty and quality and… Got it new.
How big are the wheels on a Kia Optima?
Like other base-priced models in its class, the entry-level Optima includes 16-inch steel wheels and a 6-speed automatic transmission.
Who is the designer of the Kia Optima?
Kia employed German designer Peter Schreyer (best known for the Audi TT) to oversee all of its designs. In the 2014 Optima, Mr. Schreyer has penned one of the most dynamic midsize sedans on the planet.