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| Description |
| In the process of assembling this extensive review on the 2008 Kia Optima, the car experts at TheCarConnection.com consulted a number of different review sources. TheCarConnection.com’s editors have driven the Optima and bring their experience to this review as well. |
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| Road Test |
The 2008 Kia Optima is a mid-size sedan slotting into the automaker’s lineup between the Spectra small sedan and larger, more luxurious Amanti. Redesigned in 2006, the front-wheel-drive Optima sedan carries through into 2008 with both four- and six-cylinder models.
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| Positive Points |
- - Roomy interior
- - Spacious trunk
- - Easy maneuverability
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| Negative Points |
- - Conservative, anonymous styling
- - Dull interior materials
- - Anti-lock brakes not available on the base model
- - No satellite radio or Bluetooth interface
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