Is the NEW 2020 Kia Optima S the BEST VALUE mid-size sedan?
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- Опубліковано 22 лип 2024
- The Kia Optima S is an ALL NEW trim level for 2020. Under the hood is 2.4L inline-4 185 HP & mated to a 6-speed automatic. The Optima S brings special exterior accents along with unique wheels just for this trim level. On the inside there are plenty of touches that make the Optima S very unique and sporty. Is the 2020 Kia Optima S the best value mid-size sedan?
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I just bought the 2019 Kia Optima S 2 months ago and I have the dual AC, and panoramic sunroof. I scored it for 20K!!
You got one heck of a deal!
How did you get it for 20K? Pre-owned? How many miles did it have?
I sure did!! With taxes and fees it came out to 22,600 out the door. It only had 108 miles. It was one of the 2 last 2019 S they had on the lot so and they were having sales on the 2019 model.
@@vanessad6549 Damn. What a steal
Clap clap clap. Good job Vanessa!!
What impresses me the most about this car is the exterior look is very old but it still looks great, in my opinion it's one of the best looking sedans too
I am so glad that you liked it!
I definitely believe Kia and Hyundai are the best value and one of the top dogs in today’s day and age. Not that Toyota and Honda are bad just your money goes so much further with Kia and Hyundai. Great review
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
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I test drove the 2019 accord, Camry, and optima today. Let’s just say I love the way the optima drives. I hated how tiny the Camry was and how it felt cramped the accord was nice as well but over my price range. I am sticking with the optima.
The Camry is just ugly
Maybe the 2019 xse in black but I think it’s pretty ugly
Still looks good for 2019
It will age well
The 2021 is gonna bring it tho
You better believe that!
@@RaitisRides Joe did you see the unveil yet of the 2021? cant wait to see it in person.
@Young T Thanks my good man.
Yup I'm waiting for the 2021 to trade in my 2018! Rumour of a GT with 2.5 Turbo and AWD, my dream car.
I'm waiting for the new model too but if they dont up the horsepower to atleast 280 I wont be getting one
Mid-size sedan cars, I love them so much, not a SUV fan... I love to be close to the road.
Nice review Joe, Best in Class !
I totally agree with you Mohamed! Thanks for the kind words!
I was given one of these for a rental while my 2013 optima engine was on back order. It had a lot of great features. Loved it. Definitely thinking of trading my current model in. But I must say I will be looking for a turbo this time.
This is the type of dash design i love. Simple and clean. No CVT whaaat. I'm sold. Good job KIA.
I am so glad that you liked this one Teddy!
Teddy U i agree. CVT’s suck.
I have a 2009 Optima (purchased used). I've had it 4 years and I love it. No rattles, no squeaks and I commute 45 miles to work and get 30 MPG doing 80 MPH on the interstate.
I have 2008
I’m so confused as to what to buy. Either this, 2019 Camry SE, or Accord sport. But CVT is ehh. I’ve heard issues with 8speed in camrys, I would wait for 2021 BUT I need a car ASAP because my car was bought back from ford for lemon law so I gotta get something in the next week. HELP!! I need reliability and sporty features but decent gas mileage.
I am going Accord Sport 2.0T all day long.
Raiti's Rides but I drive quite a bit. You wouldn’t be concerned with the longevity in a turbo charged engine and a CVT?
@@jeremiahcollins_ , Wont be a problem. Change your cvt fluid once a year.
@@jeremiahcollins_ I'm 0pretty shre the 2.0 T has a 10 speed automatic. Not cvt
@Martin M Yeah that’s right, also Toyota and Honda are two of the few companies who can make reliable cvts. Although Ford makes really good ones as well, although very few Ford’s have cvts and that is mostly on some 2000s ones.
I just bought the lx basic model but it comes with so much. The lane assist on a basic model car is nice. It literally drives itself for a few mins. A very good great value car.
Love my optima sxl and Kia in general, can’t wait till I get my 2019 stinger gt!
You will love the Stinger GT even more!
Bought it !!! 2019 exactly the same as the one here in video. Love it !!!
I like that you do all brands and price ranges on cars. Thanks for another great review.
You are so very welcome! Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Just bought me a 2020 Kedah optimized yesterday awesome car same color beautiful
KIA'S come a long way and for 27k don't think other competitors can match that. Kudos KIA
- Nice review Joe 👍
The photo's KIA released of the 2021 look spot on. This is a bang up job they did for the "S" trim.
I think you are so right Nick!
Loving the Pringles reference m'man. That's a fine snack to have in your brand new Optima.
Thanks for letting me share some laughs with you!
A friend of mine has a 2019 Kia Optima S in Snow White Pearl and she loves it sm👍
Joe good to see you as always. Definitely want to see more of these types of vehicles reviewed. Good to know for someone who's not looking for too much car, speed, or too slow. My wish on that dime is for a Veloster N or Genesis coupe either or I'm not picky. Regarding what the optima targets, I'm still going to pick Camry out of the lineup as that redesign the Camry got has no comparison and the bigger engine with faster speed w/natural aspiration. Hope to get some Raitisrides merch sometime soon!
Thanks for saying that! Thanks for being so supportive! I hope that Veloster N dream comes true for you!
Joe, I cant wait for you to review the new 2021 Kia Optima! It's the best looking new car on its way to he states. Your reviews are always awesome! I enjoy hearing the snack references. Your channel is excellent. I look for your reviews before buying. Keep up the great work!
Trust me Daryl neither can I! Thanks for you fantastic support!
I have a 2018 LX, I’m impressed how far Hyundai/Kia has come 👍🏽
The way dealers are selling these used clapped out 75-90k miles and with previous rental use for 30 grand still is a CRIME
The car market is so garbage right now
Just bought my wife the 2020 Optima FE, the out the door was 23,979.00 my pmt did not exceed 460.00 monthly...missed some bell an whistles but ill take for the price sake..i eneded up keeping her 2014 Optima for myself...i feel like i got a new Kia too! Really good car for the money!
I like how joe pulls his jokes on the fly. Not scripted 😂
Thanks Webster! That really means a lot!
Part of the fun is watching him reach for it 🤣 we love ya Joe!
He has such a great positive energy about him. His reviews always put a smile on my face no matter what he's reviewing.
Does what he loves and he can't script this stuff because he's doing like three or four a day. At some point it's muscle memory to make vids
totally agree about the reverse stick shift. feels so weird to pull upwards when youre hitting a higher gear lol
Hands Down! The best reviewer on UA-cam!
I brought mine a month ago and I love it. I agree with everything you said on the things you liked and what you didn't like, but overall a great car
Congrats Joan! I am so glad that you are enjoying yours!
Which is a better car Honda accord or kia on the market and both seem to be similar for the money. Also which one has less road noise inside in your opinion?
Yo Raiti have you seen the 2021 optima? I'm in love with it. Please review it when it comes out in the summer!
Love, love love my 2018 Optima, best of the 10 vehicles I've had!
Thanks for sharing your ownership input!
Pretty nice car for the price. Kia and Hyundai have come a long way. Toyota and Honda better step it up a notch or they’ll get left behind. Nice job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
You are so very right Larry!
Na Toyota fans are loyal
@@kromahj so are Hyundai people
@@kromahj when Nokia was told in 2009 that they should speed up there game as this new OS called Android will soon be the market king and Samsung is really gonna hit them hard, they (Nokia) laughed at it, and said "we have a loyal customer group that will never abandon us". What happened next in mere 3 years we all know.
@@janel-christine Honda and Toyota are not advanced lol. They're switching to CVTs and smaller engines while Kia and Hyundai are designing some of the best transmissions and engines.
It's a really good looking car. I especially like the front end design.
I totally agree with you!
I’m deciding between 3 cars right now. The Honda Accord Sport ( Like the MPG, how the value of the car holds, but dislike the CVT, the stapler back lights you mention, and the feeling of the seating),;The Subaru Legacy Sport (Like the Freeway MIlleage 35 because I once a while drive 2 to 5 hr drives. I like the styling more than the accord when it comes to the lights, like the AWD because of I can go to the mountains. I don’t like it’s CVT though); and the Kia Optima (Love the styling , it’s 6 speed, interior is great, just dislike the MPG of 24/32, the hard covers in the back, and no connections in the back) Between these cars, which would you get and why?
I am on my FOURTH KIA and my THIRD Optima having leased two others previously. As I said, I have had FOUR KIAs. My first was a KIA Sephia which was a 1999 bare bones compact that was unexciting at BEST. I actually swore that I would never own another KIA. It wasn't bad for what it was since I was living in a congested city at the time, but I wanted my next car to be a LOT nicer and more stylish once I moved to Florida where I drove a great deal more. Eventually, that led me to a Dodge Stratus...the last year of production which I purchased with 1200 miles on i,t as a dealer demo car and got such a GREAT DEAL, I couldn't pass it up. I put a LOT of miles on it and was happy, but time and miles dictated that a new car was about due and I wasn't going to spend a king's ransom. Honestly, I wasn't sure WHAT my next car would be. I was impressed with the new generation HYUNDAI Sonata, but KIA had come out with the all new Optima a year after HYUNDAI had introduced their product. The styling really which caught my attention because it was super stylish and didn't look like a cheap, cheesy knockoff like their old KIA AMANTI. From everything I had read (Including Consumer Reports Car Guide), it was a HUGE leap forward for KIA. I saw them on the street and parking lots in increasing numbers, so when the time came I took a look. Surprisingly, I was blown away, so I leased a 2012....all the comfort options and completely trouble free the entire time I owned it. Next, I leased a 2015 which was pretty much the exact same, so I got a different color and interior combination so it would feel different from my first Optima. Again, trouble free for the most part except for one recall for chip reprogramming to eliminate the possibility of an engine knock. My latest is a 2017. This current generation came out in 2016 and again, a major leap forward, especially with the interior. The exterior had only minor changes, but looked clean and refreshed. Again, the main improvement was the interior. The layout and materials were much improved. Everyone and I mean EVERYONE who I have ever given a ride to is impressed with how nice the car is... I'm often told how nice the styling is and passengers remark on how roomy, quiet and comfortable it is. I drove 3 other adults at Thanksgiving... everyone was impressed with the car. I have had a number of people switch brands and not ONE has been unhappy though not all have purchased Optimas, because KIA has a really diverse selection of vehicles now, so there's something for everyone. It's not just the value, it's a well made car and a lineup of selections that take into account the needs of different people. Other comments I hear are from people who remember KIA from way back as a cheap, lackluster newcomer to the market and they say, "WOW, they've come a long way." Yes they have, no gimmicks or cheesy imitations, just a well though out product and business strategy. Lately, they have products like the Stinger and Telluride garnering "Car of The Year" honors. That's not something to sneeze at and says a LOT about the direction they are going in. I don't like HONDAs .... They are great cars, but they look so generic and TOYOTAs are just plain UGLY to me.... To each his own. This seems like a much better value than a NISSAN Altima or a Mazda. Right now I am contemplating moving up to a Cadenza, but I'm waiting for the release of the next Generation 2021 KIA Optima and Cadenza after seeing pictures and reading several reviews... I think the only curiosities I have at this point: I would love to see a 2 seat roadster. I also think the K900 is an unfortunate victim of it's KIA badge. It's an AWESOME Luxury vehicle, but perception, though changing, is that the KIA badge does not possess the right cache. It hasn't reached that level of prestige in the USA, but I think that over time, that's DEFINITELY going to change.
Off the topic but I remember when Lokey had Saturn with the Oldsmobile dealer when I had lived there in early '88 to late '94. I'm researching KIA.
How is the sound system on this One? I know it has 6 speakers
i had the 2016 kia optima ex wish it had nav cooled seats and sunroof but i loved it
Front end reminds me of the new corolla. Good vid Joe!
Thanks for the compliment Leon!
They look really good in white... Nice interior and cant beat the price
I totally agree with you Chris!
Hands down man!! The best design priced and Engine setup not bad at all. 4 cylinder NO turbo that's awesome and NO CVT that is a plus😊 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾.. 182 horse power not bad man.. Awesome review as always 👍🏾👍🏾
Thanks for letting me share it with you! AMEN on no CVT!
Thanks Joe. Great review 👍 as always.
I really appreciate you saying that Michael!
Great video I own a 2019 Optima s same color as your test awesome car no regrets
How do you like it a year later?
My favorite used sedan!!! Nice video Joe.
Very nice overall Joe. Would love to see a 2020 Kia Optima SX Turbo 1 day. Thanks Joe.
You know that I will be bringing it to you!
@@RaitisRides I'll count on u Joe 😏
@@RaitisRides please do!
Just bought a 2020 Kia Optima "S" in the "Passion Red" just like that one. No panoramic sunroof though. Sticker $26, 390.00 with 12 miles. I got it for $22,200.00 out the door. Really like it, comfortable.
You got a great deal!
BobbyM how y’all getting these big discounts
BobbyM not bad bro. I got 2020 kia optima S with the roof for 21k
I just brought the same exact car & color and love it. 44k miles 😅
Waiting for 2021.............that Car So Awesome.. i'm driving my third Kia .....perfect car
in the 2020 Optima s should I use 87 or 91 ??
I like that you review trims that majority of people will buy. Honda accord sport 2.0 and honda 1.5; Mazda 6 GT etc to name a few. A lot of people like me, we never care abt the highest trim cause of the price and many unnecessary stuff in there. Same as why buy the top trim toyota Camry when i can buy an awesome midtrim avalon. My 2 cents
Love your vids Raiti. You do good work.
Thanks Patrick you are awesome!
@@RaitisRides No, you are doing the work. Hope you can grow the channel. Refreshing in the sea of bs car channels.
I wonder how well it ages. I had a sonata that I traded because it was beginning to fall apart
One question, on the windshield, if you look from the outside near the rear mirror, you can see a small cameraish looking thing. Is that a camera?
I think that’s the camera for the collision prevention system
Man kia mazda are my favorites because they are stylish yet simplistic. I dont need all the fancy stuff like on other cars.
Should have vents for the backseat along with a usb port. I do hope Kia gives a full digital gauges, or at least a big digital information screen.
I totally agree with you!
Does the S trim have a wireless phone charger?
I just got my Kia Optima s I love it
I had the 2018 Kia Optima 1.6L and it was a pretty bad ass car
Only thing i didnt like was that it didnt have back seat vents and Charger port
Hey can you do a review of the SX please? I am debating on getting the S and the SX the end of this month. I driver for UPS and I’m way too busy until after Christmas. Thanks!
Hi Michael! I actually just filmed one yesterday so please stay tuned.
Raiti's Rides ok cool I look forward to it.
Amazing how kia doing things! 👍and people still complain “oh but its a kia” smh. im debating between kia 2020 or 2021 or nissan altima 2020
you deserve more subscribers
That really means a lot! I am taking it one car review at a time.
Next year, I will be looking for a new car. Kia always have great value for the price.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Just picked up a 2020 special edition with the pano sun roof full leather heated front seats and steering wheel lane keep assist and anti collision. Black trim with dual exhaust. 25 out the door.
Also got it with the limited edition snow pearl white paint.
Congrats! I am so glad that you like this one!
That is a very nice color!
Kia K5 It's for export. Good thing it's similar to domestic consumption.
Kia and Joe are killing it...!!!
Thanks Adi for saying that! I can't do it without you!
how good are Kia automobiles? TRANSMISSION & engine etc ...they look dam good but can you get the miles & longevity like u can in a Honda
I've always loved the looks of the Kia optima.
I totally agree with you!
Mannnn I have the Sport model and I love it. They just released the 2021 model Joe.
You are so very right! I will be reviewing the 2021 at the LA Auto Show next week!
Was it at the LA Car Show?
I'm shopping for a replacement for my 2011 Camry and my top contender is the 2020 Optima S. I love seeing all the people talking about waiting for the 2021 because that should mean that I'll get a better deal on the 2020.
Did you end up with the optima? If you did im happy for you. I prefer a camry personally.
@@alvinsimba734 Yes, I got a 2020 Optima S. I'm glad I bought in 2020 before the car shortage. I got a great deal and it's been a great car so far. I have over 30,000 miles on it without any problems at all. I also bought a Toyota Sienna LE the same year. The Sienna's transmission is really jerky at low speeds and it's already had a recall for the fuel pump. I also had to bring it in to get a rattle fixed which turned out to be a bad weld in the right sliding door. Toyotas aren't what they used to be.
I'm looking at buying a car soon and would like your advice. I've decided between either this car or a Honda Civic sport CVT version. Both are around the same price but in terms of performance and driving, which do you think is better. Of course I plan on test driving myself, but would like people's opinions. Thanks!
what did you end up getting>?
I wanted to wait for the 2021 but the local dealer has a new S trim with the sunroof for $19,680. Might get it.
That sounds about right
Did you get it?
No I got a used 2017 optima SX instead
@@WHO-xi4zp how much was your Optima sx
Can you give a review on the 2021 kio rio
Anybody notice that white Kia Amanti at in front of him at the stoplight?
Hi! I’m really interested in getting this car. I currently have a 2013 Kia Forte (with windows that you have to literally roll up by hand, and doors that you have to lock/unlock by hand as well 🥴)....would you suggest getting this ‘20 Optima even though the 2021 model is coming out? I don’t really want to wait! Especially because I know that 2021 model will be super expensive....
You will get a WAY better deal on the 2020 Optima. The 2021 will be very nice but will be a higher price for sure!
Raiti's Rides thanks for the quick response!! Definitely going to my local dealership this weekend 😊
my 2019 is identical but mine ha s dual climate...weird how they omitted it in 2020...
Hey joe, wonder if you ran across the new 2021 optima around the websites. your thoughts and i would love for you to review that man
I totally did Jeff! I am hoping to review it at the LA Auto Show in a few days! Stay tuned!
@@RaitisRides i cannot wait for it!. thanks joe
I like how the Optima is not following the Stinger front end. I remember when the brand followed the Optima look until they all started looking like the stinger
I totally agree with you Sam!
Keep up the good work
Thanks Javi! That really means a lot!
Love my Optima S great care
Its a really nice car, very practical, miles away difference in price with camry and accord..
Those are very good points Edward.
I only wanna know what kind of snacks I can put in my car
Now we are talking!
Raiti I think I’m interested in this Kia for racking up so many miles in it on trips..... 👍🏾
It might fit the bill!
I'm picking up a 2020 Optima made in January this week for 18k with all fees. Less than 10k miles, I couldn't pass it up.
Just got one after watching this. Tnx kiddo
That is so great to hear! Congrats and thanks for sharing that.
Looks great and a lot of bang for your buck! No Zonks here.
Thanks for letting me share it with you Ari!
If you’re coming to this video, just to hate on a car as simple as a Kia Optima, you really need to re-evaluate the direction of your life. LOL
I know I’m 3 years late, but agreed
The best DRL design ever on this car at night they look like alien eyes, it's also very roomy even with the driver's seat all the way back, you can fit a whole grown person in the back seat with plenty of legroom, plus all the other amazing features of course lol
I am so glad that you like this one!
Value for the money of any car is at 85,000 miles. Parts, repairs that start after 85,000 miles. It’s a great car if you buy new and trade in before 60,000 miles.
I had one...a different year of course...as a rental....I hated turning that car back in. Optima is awesome!
Thanks for sharing that great input from your experience!
I like this s trim; wished it was available in silver, other than that , NICE CAR WAY TO GO KIA!!!
I bought a 2017 EX Premium with Premium Plus for $17K. Trust me, Kia is not the same company it was. When friends and family get in my car for the first time, they are shocked when I tell them its a Kia. And they love the rear heated seats :D
Hey, Raiti if you ever wanna do another Kia video, I’d be happy to show you around at DCH Kia in Temecula. You can ask for Dylan :)
The ST Explorer thanks! That means a lot!
Raiti's Rides happy to help!! Big fan!
@@thestexplorer8949 You are awesome!
I just hit 100k on my 2019 Kia and no major problems. Anyone else have a high mileage kia at 150k plus miles? Any issues to look forward to?
Why do you not do side by side comparison with competitors car? Like civic si forta gt and Hyundai sport.
It all comes down to Logistics. Many dealerships will not let me do that.
Have they fixed the problem with the satellite antenna flying off. Tried to blame it on the car going through the car wash. Then they want $600 to replace the one on my 2013 LX. Sound like a build problem to me. I will never consider another KIA.
I'm just going to get a 2020 Kia Optima SX Fully Optioned Out It Even Has A Panoramic SunRoof 😊
That is a great way to go!
How come no one ever mentions mpgs in their reviews?🤔
Which one would you prefer as your daily driver, a Fusion SE/Sport or an Optima S?
I would go Optima Daniel!
Camry, Accord
Nice review. That's a good looking car. I never owned korean cars. I'm a Japanese car guy i tried isuzu, mitsu, nissan and toyota. All of them were very reliable. Now planning to own a honda. Idk about korean brands if they have the same level of durability that of japanese.
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Honda 1.5 turbo is best engine so far, but crv sucks for bad comfort level same as any Korean car
Kia stepped it up since 2011 love it
You are so right Matt!