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855 messages, Last post on Sep 14, 2009 at 9:43 AM
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From the pics I've seen so far, the Optima looks fantastic. Much better than the Sonata, which isn't bad looking itself. Supposedly, future Kias are supposed to be more sporty and Hyundais are geared more toward comfort and luxury. If that is the case, why would the Optima only get a 2.7L V6? Is this the same 2.7 that's currently in several Hyundai and Kia products now? The 3.3L V6 would make a great combo with the good looks of the Optima. Hopefully they'll decide to offer it, even if they continue with the 2.7L. They could offer the 3.3L on a high-end performance trim level. |
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In korea, they named LOTZE will appear on 10th this month There are three types of engine 1.8, 2.0, 2.4  In case of 2.4, the engine is same with 06 sonata's called theta engine It's possible to be featured improved 2.7 v6than previous or 3.3 v6 in it Better interior and exterior look, much better engine performance, that's certainly all about new Optima  
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this thread's been dead for 2 months!  Kia just unveiled the Optima at Detroit. It looks pretty nice on the outside, but slightly derivative. The front headlights look like the ones on the Infiniti Q45. |
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I found these pics of the Optima (known as Magentis in other markets) and it looks pretty darn good. The interior is fantastic looking to me, much better than the Sonata's. The only disappointment is that the V6 option is only a 185hp 2.7L. Maybe Hyundai will share their 3.3L in the near future?   
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I have a Kia Optima 2001 with 60000 mile used, my Kia dealer sell me the extension warranty, $1000 for 3 years (everything covered), right now, my car runs very well and verything is fine, is it worth to pay such amount for the next the 3 years? thanks.
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Replying to: flash_lee (Jan 14, 2006 8:09 pm) I've got to say it, I'm sorry - but it's amazing how many people want answeres to their problems but post them in the wrong forums!
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Replying to: flash_lee (Jan 14, 2006 8:09 pm)
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| I can kind of understand why the Sanata has more horsepower than the Optima because the Sanata has been out way longer than the Optima; however, it isn't fair that the Sportage has the same horsepower as the Tuscan. | |
To me not only does the Optima look better than the Sanata but it also looks better than the Amanti. If anyone noticed people are talking about the new Optima way more than the Amanti; as a result, Amanti sells could go down while new Optima sells go up.
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Replying to: kirstie_h (Jan 15, 2006 6:28 am) |
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