2004 Kia Optima Review

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2004 Kia Optima is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 185.80 in length and 55.50 in height. Made in South Korea, 2004 Kia Optima has 4 trims priced by the manufacturer at 18,395 with just total of 1 recalls in the past 2004 Kia Optima. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 17.20 gallon. The engine is 2.7L V6 DOHC 24V and uses 22 of gasoline in the city and 22 on highways.

Make: Kia
Model: Optima
Trims Available: 4
Location: SOUTH KOREA
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 2.7L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 4A
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $18,395 USD
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY
Tires: 205/55R16
Tank Size: 17 gallon

Kia Optima 2004 Trims

2004 Kia Optima EX

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 30 HWY

2004 Kia Optima LX

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 - 23 City / 30 HWY

2004 Kia Optima EX V6

Engine: 2.7L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY

2004 Kia Optima LX V6

Engine: 2.7L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission: 4A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 20 City / 27 HWY

Vin Numbers

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
Not Rated
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

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front
rollover
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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 09V183000 started on /Date(1243396800000-0400)/.

Summary: KIA MOTORS CORPORATION (KMC) IS RECALLING 36,538 MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 OPTIMA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. ROAD SALT APPLIED IN THESE STATES DURING THE WINTER MONTHS MAY RESULT IN PROGRESSIVE, INTERNAL CORROSION OF THE FRONT SUBFRAME. OVER TIME, SUCH SUBFRAME CORROSION NEAR THE CONNECTION TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CAN LEAD TO WHEEL MISALIGNMENT AND/OR OTHER NOTICEABLE STRESS IN STEERING, OR ACCELERATED ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR.

Consequence: CORROSION OF THE FRONT SUBFRAME COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: KMC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 15, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.

FAQ

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If you consider used 2004 Kia Optima look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 2004 Kia Optima’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 22 miles, which is lower then 2003 Kia Optima.

The 2004 Kia Optima is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2004 Kia Optima so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2004 Kia Optima is lower than $9,248.

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