You're in our hearts and minds Charlie, we have bonded with you. I'm sure your father-in-law would want you to carry on with your lives as normal. He will always be a father while you remember.
Truly, it looks like a modern version of the Optima. I don't see much Audi or BMW German qualities to this car. They're more stark, cold in their design and their exteriors are more traditional.
@@AsianPetrolhead sorry for ur lost RIP... Thanks for bringing us the update. always nice to see what's coming up next kia working hard to keep the cars a head of the competitors.
Beautiful design inside and out. I wish KIA and Hyundai made these sedans in fastback format, like the Stinger. A rear hatch is a more user-friendly feature. Overall, I would give it a solid A!
Well i think they tried to make this new Optima to look like a Stinger. But they really couldn’t throw away everything. Looks pretty good in person. Thank you.
Exactly they tease us with the fast back profile but dont give us the functionality, it is just more practical, I think they could take over the market with a daily driver fastback
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Lolol no worries we are in the same boat I have 2018 SXL optima and 2019 Stinger gt RWD. But what I didn't like it's every time they going smaller engine and HP. I own 2012 275hp 2013 same 2018 2.0 T 245Hp ... And now 1.6T no no no why. Not sure if that will be a deal breaker for me less HP.
@@eduardofierro3750 there's going to be a gt with the 2.5t and a rumored 300hp and 360 tq. Sonata N is supposed to get the same power train. I own a stinger gt 2 awd 😂 the 1.6t is there eco trim and is at 180hp like before.
My condolences to your father in-law’s passing. I have lost someone I admired recently and for years I regarded him as my father in-law and a good friend, so I understand. Kudos to you for keeping your professionalism. Your channel is very informative. I wish you the best of luck. From an Asian petrolhead (in Boston) to another one;)
I am so upset with those fake dual exhaust. I was really looking forward to it but then the T-GDI has a fake dual exhaust. Just like the new mailbu, I really hate it and I think it is a cheap way to go and seeing as much as we pay for the cars, we should get what we want or at least an option to have it.
I like most of recent KIA design but KIA really need to redesign their "KIA" badge. (I knew about the aftermarket KIA badge and that one is much better)
Awesome! Thank you!! Love it, looking forward to test driving it as soon as it's available in Canada. Hope Kia brings an AWD version as that would be my dream car lol :)
Y D ... I’m actually a big Hyundai/Kia fan specially because of the best warranty I own 4 vehicles 3 of them are a 2019 Kia Sorrento a 2018 Hyundai Tucson a 2015 Sonata 2.0 Turbo Limited Orange color a 2018 Mercedes C63 AMG ... and that new K5/Optima is calling my name #Blue
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Sorry for your loss bro!!! Kia is way better looking than Hyundai counterparts nowadays. Am I maxing it if I say this Kia looks better than ANY Lexus Sedan lineup? At least in my opinion. I love this thing!!!!!
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Very good video. I’m SO IMPRESSED with what Kia & Hyundai are doing. This is a gorgeous car, much more so than the Sonata. I hear Hyundai says they’re not building AWD variants because the take rate is so low. There’s a huge hole in the market and they’re missing market share opportunity. Almost all of the luxury makers offer AWD so there are definitely consumers out there that want it. Hyundai/Kia if you’re listening AWD is a great choice for people like myself that live in areas where they experience all 4 seasons. It’s also good for eliminating wheel spin & wheel hop where traction is challenged. It helps the vehicle get where we need it to go safely and quickly. Thanks for continuing to push innovation and offering it to the masses.
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The Seltos was revealed here in the U.S. today at the LA Auto Show. That will sell well. I’m still wrapping my head around this new Optima design. What’s the horsepower on the turbo? Wondering why they went with the smaller turbo. As a Stinger and Sorento owner, I’d really like to see KIA roll out a new logo. That would be big news. The glossy black does scratch and disappointed they applied it again.
I think US is getting the Smartstream 2.5L as a base engine w 190some hp and the 1.6Turbo Gdi gets 180hp but w more torque than 2.5L. 2.5L Turbo should be joining the line up later on as an Optima GT
@@minsookim5170 shouldn't the 1.6t have 201 bhp and 195 torque unless it's in the smaller crossovers? They detune it for that. Or do they run different tunes in the Optimas as well? Sorry if I'm wrong.
David Dawson well those two are indeed the same engine, but the 1.6t on the elantra sports forte gt and so on are more performance oriented engines without putting fuel economy in too much of consideration. However this 1.6t they are putting in the sonata turbo and optima turbo is down-tuned to 180 hp, setting engine on the more fuel-efficient side, with the world’s first CVVD(Continuously Variable Valve Duration). But still, thought its only 180 hp, it will push its maximum hp at a lower rpm with more abundant torque, so this 1.6t might feel more sportier on everyday drive
@@minsookim5170 Thanks for clearing that up for me. I always wondered why previous generation Optimas with the 1.6t only had 180 HP instead of 201. It's just kinda weird since they've always made the trim for that turbo more sporty on the Optima. Fords early ecoboost motors used the turbos for fuel efficiency as well. If they tuned the Kona up tho to more sporty they would have a huge advantage in the small crossover category. Even now with the 180 HP that's significantly more power than most manufacturers use
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I work at a kia dealership, and lemme tell you, this is leaps and bounds ahead of the current gen. Don't know how they fit this much improvement in only one generation.
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It looks like a coupe car from behind And little bit tighter than Sonata .. But it's definitely more sporty, sharp and edgy .. I liked the blue color and the gray one I really like it Especially the hybrid design and it's front cut and the wheels 👌 much better than the other front cuts Only if it had an ambient lighting .. It would've been perfect 👌 Perfect experiment petro 👌
Kia and Hyundai have recreated themselves into premium brands. Kia should now create a new premium "logo" to match this new direction that the brand is heading in. Great job to you A.P.H. for being a great host and producer,and also for being so patient and kind to others.
Omg When i rented the Kia Rio i knew Kia is going on the right way. I felt very good driving it. Now this , Kia designed this car ex and interrior out of the box. A bit Mercedess on the inside in a good way.
(Condolences to you and your family). Looks great overall! I like how the hood goes all the way to the grill. Many cars, like Camry, have a metal strip between hood and grill, which is not necessary. Not sure I like the small opening of trunk. Too bad you only get a ski pass through & fix-a-flat. Hybrid seems like a good idea, if it has good speed and range. Interior looks excellent. Physical climate control dials would be better to keep driver's eyes on the road.
It is a much better look for the Optima, and refreshing change after many years of the same....and I want to see the interior. The blue is nice. and the hybrid is hopefully fast too.
Great car. Love the rotary gear selector and interior ambient lighting. I have 2013 optima and I still love the style inside and out. One thing left out this video is what the brake lights look like once you press the break pedal. I was looking for that... thanks for this video!
Sorry for your loss! Respect to you and your family! Hyundai/Kia are literally my favorite and honestly the best new car value you can buy pound for pound. I've owned a 2006 Sonata V6, and our current backup commuter car is a 2009 Kia Spectra5 SX and I honestly love the driving dynamics of that over our 2014 Chevy Malibu LTZ! My next vehicle is definetly going to either be a Elantra GT N-Line, or a Forte GT. I really wanted the new Forte5 GT but for some reason people in the U.S. hate hatchbacks but absolutely love crossovers. Or Kia and Hyundai in general. It makes no sense. Over here people view them as cheap, disposable vehicles cause they can't get over how H/K was in the 90's. Honestly, S. Korea is putting out better quality than our new U.S. vehicles by far. Now I might have to add this 1.6t Optima on my list of what I'm possibly gonna buy 😂😅 I mean, man Kia does styling right! way better than Hyundai.
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Am I the only one who think KIA is making one of the best looking cars these days !!
u r not the only but many people are these days.
@@mahaloaloha6819 +1
I agree with your comment :)
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Sorry to hear about your loss, thoughts and prayers to you and the family!
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My condolences for your loss. Stay strong 😊
You're in our hearts and minds Charlie, we have bonded with you. I'm sure your father-in-law would want you to carry on with your lives as normal. He will always be a father while you remember.
@@ChyanSie 🙂
they are following the style of hyundai. look through the history of hyundai and other brands. Hyundai was the one pulled out that style
Honestly, one of the best looking cars I've ever seen. I'm blown away.
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European cars get bigger grills glad Kia doesn’t go that way
@@awesomeone2979 No they shouldn't, we have enough already
I like big grilles but Kia's grille's always look good and are my fav.
@@awesomeone2979 😒👎🏼
The Hyundai does though. The Grandeur has a big diamond grill.
So do the Japanese, have you not noticed how huge the Lexus grills are.. Looks like a chrome hourglass.
Kia is starting to kick ass, you can see a lot of Audi/BMW styles in the new Optima
Great move Kia made by buying out Peter Schreyer
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and Albert Birman)
They’ve been kicking ass since the 2011 optima
Truly, it looks like a modern version of the Optima. I don't see much Audi or BMW German qualities to this car. They're more stark, cold in their design and their exteriors are more traditional.
And karim jabbar also
Greetings from Pennsylvania, USA! I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to your family. Great video. Keep up the good work.
Thank you Carlos for your condolences. Yes, we will keep it rolling. Thank you sir!
I like this optima exterior design better than the sonata.
Yes, i do agree. Thanks Charles
@@AsianPetrolhead sorry for ur lost RIP... Thanks for bringing us the update. always nice to see what's coming up next kia working hard to keep the cars a head of the competitors.
agree with you
@@NAZEER946 agree with you brother. Kia is getting better and better each time
Charles A yes I do too
This car looks incredible...move aside Accord and Camry...
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and altima...
Beautiful design inside and out. I wish KIA and Hyundai made these sedans in fastback format, like the Stinger. A rear hatch is a more user-friendly feature.
Overall, I would give it a solid A!
Well i think they tried to make this new Optima to look like a Stinger. But they really couldn’t throw away everything. Looks pretty good in person. Thank you.
Exactly they tease us with the fast back profile but dont give us the functionality, it is just more practical, I think they could take over the market with a daily driver fastback
...still loving my silver Stinger...
@@AsianPetrolhead I think a Stinger looks like a sporty Optima but has a lot of fake vents!
The newest optima have a sexiest fastback design
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It looks better than Toyota Camry
This new Optima looks a lot better than Hyundai Sonata to my eyes. Thank you for tuning in Pigeon and please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
No, looks better than the new generation Honda Accord.
For me:
Camry > Optima > Altima > Accord > Sonata
@@nathanwells8214 I agree. I like the Sonata's interior a little bit better than the Optima.
Im a kia stinger owner and so proud of kia's new designs.
I wish the K5 was coming to australia
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Man, I'm envy to you... Stinger is my favorite car.
Totally gorgeous and premium looking car. Can’t wait to test drive one.
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Hyundai and Kia are killing everyone else in their interior dashboard design
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Lol. Not really
Still can’t beat Mazda’s
Peugeot are also leading the way for interior design!
@@amarhafizi216
Mazda is rubbish
I’m trying to stay out of debt, but this car makes me want to trade mine in.
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Lol
Lolol no worries we are in the same boat I have 2018 SXL optima and 2019 Stinger gt RWD. But what I didn't like it's every time they going smaller engine and HP. I own 2012 275hp
2013 same
2018 2.0 T 245Hp ... And now 1.6T no no no why.
Not sure if that will be a deal breaker for me less HP.
@@eduardofierro3750 A Sonata N with a 275+ HP 2.0t will be revealed soon.
@@eduardofierro3750 there's going to be a gt with the 2.5t and a rumored 300hp and 360 tq. Sonata N is supposed to get the same power train. I own a stinger gt 2 awd 😂 the 1.6t is there eco trim and is at 180hp like before.
My condolences to your father in-law’s passing. I have lost someone I admired recently and for years I regarded him as my father in-law and a good friend, so I understand.
Kudos to you for keeping your professionalism.
Your channel is very informative. I wish you the best of luck.
From an Asian petrolhead (in Boston) to another one;)
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I really like the design path of the new kia cars, they look MUCH more agressive a sporty than ever
Yes, they really drew a great design for new Kia Optima. Thanks Rodolfo for tuning in and please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
Aside from the fake dual exhaust, I love it.
Yes, they should give it dual exhaust. Thank you!
I am so upset with those fake dual exhaust. I was really looking forward to it but then the T-GDI has a fake dual exhaust. Just like the new mailbu, I really hate it and I think it is a cheap way to go and seeing as much as we pay for the cars, we should get what we want or at least an option to have it.
@@AsianPetrolhead Maybe the GT will have real ones.
@@AsianPetrolhead will the 1.6t have functioning dual exhausts?
Asian Petrolhead and thats y i bought a 2020 optima S ;)
Wow I'm going to have to add this Kia Optima to my potential list of sedans to buy Haha
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@@AsianPetrolhead have been since the Palisade videos! Keep up the great work 👍😁
When Korean car are ahead Japanese, waiting new optima and sonata in Kazakhstan!
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с нашим тенге сложно представить сколько это тачка будет стоить))
Kazakhstan greatest in the world. All other countries are run by little girls. 🎤 🎶
I like most of recent KIA design but KIA really need to redesign their "KIA" badge. (I knew about the aftermarket KIA badge and that one is much better)
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I never thought that you could fall in love with a car like this, it's a masterpiece of the automotive industry!!!
Glad you like this all new Kia Optima.
They should have given it real dual exhaust....
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@@AsianPetrolhead sorry for your loss and condolences to you and your family.
@@AsianPetrolhead on a side note, if you ever get a chance, can you tell Hyundai to bring in G70 and Kia to bring back K5 to Singapore lol.
Sorry to hear of your loss...
You scooped the world on the K5 debut.
You are our inside man. Awesome
thank you Dan.
Glad i can show you thing early from Korea. Thank you!
Awesome! Thank you!! Love it, looking forward to test driving it as soon as it's available in Canada. Hope Kia brings an AWD version as that would be my dream car lol :)
Yes, Kia says they will do the media test drive sometime next month. So, we will give you first drive on Dec. thank you Pat.
Pat B awd or fwd?
Great job! Thank you from Russia for the video!
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These Korean cars looking more and more aggressive.
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Rest in Peace! thank you for the early report on the new optima. such a beautiful car. kia nailed it again!
Thank you boxsterviper!
Thissss...is the most badass looking car I ever seen.
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You don’t get out much, huh?
@@senorgato70 huh?
I'm in love with this channel and South Korean cars especially KIA
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Sorry for your loss💐
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Wow Kia and Hyundai are just in a new level !! They are making beautiful cars just living everyone else in the dust !! .. that Optima is beautiful.
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Wow this Optima looks amazing 🤩🤩🤩
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The blue has the best " magnetism or power of attraction ". Really love the new look over the Sonata.
Yes, blue looks great. ANd i do agree that this New Optima looks better than New SOnata. Thank you.
I'm waiting for this car in India....because I love the design of this car👌😀☺️🇮🇳🇮🇳
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😱KIA!!! 👉🏼💵💵💵 Take my money!!
Thank you Jorge!
Brother I didn’t know you had an Instagram ... I’m already following you
Y D ... I’m actually a big Hyundai/Kia fan specially because of the best warranty I own 4 vehicles 3 of them are a 2019 Kia Sorrento a 2018 Hyundai Tucson a 2015 Sonata 2.0 Turbo Limited Orange color a 2018 Mercedes C63 AMG ... and that new K5/Optima is calling my name #Blue
Y D we think alike our Sorento is for long trips as well buddy ... glad we’re in that car family
Good channel. Very pro. Condolences to you and your family. Wish you well sir.
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Dude, your honest review of all these cars is just insane. Really really great what you deliver to us.
Keep it up
Thank you Codex for supporting us!
I’m sorry for your loss! Time heals all wounds.
Thank you Bryce!!!
@Harry Fishnuts fucking idiot
U r the best reviewer and Kia is really stepping up! OMG!
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Thanks for showing the upcoming Optima. Greetings from Northern Germany
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For some reason, I think Kia optima always look better in white :) Great video by the way, keep up the good work!
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Well done KIA..really really its too good..beautiful design balance.🏎
Yes, this new Optima looking pretty sexy. Thank you.
From Australia , holiday in Seoul Korea.
Watching your video now.
Nice car and review.
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Awesome car design!!!
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Sorry for your loss bro!!! Kia is way better looking than Hyundai counterparts nowadays.
Am I maxing it if I say this Kia looks better than ANY Lexus Sedan lineup? At least in my opinion. I love this thing!!!!!
The grill looks damn FIERCE!!! 🔥
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I love everything about this new design. Time to get a new car!
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Looks Waaay better than the Sonata! Can't wait to see the 2.5 turbo engine!👍
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Very good video. I’m SO IMPRESSED with what Kia & Hyundai are doing. This is a gorgeous car, much more so than the Sonata. I hear Hyundai says they’re not building AWD variants because the take rate is so low. There’s a huge hole in the market and they’re missing market share opportunity. Almost all of the luxury makers offer AWD so there are definitely consumers out there that want it. Hyundai/Kia if you’re listening AWD is a great choice for people like myself that live in areas where they experience all 4 seasons. It’s also good for eliminating wheel spin & wheel hop where traction is challenged. It helps the vehicle get where we need it to go safely and quickly. Thanks for continuing to push innovation and offering it to the masses.
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Wow, Kia really impressive me with this design
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makes me want to upgrade from my 2014 K5 Turbo to the 2021! That thing looks awesome
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@@AsianPetrolhead DONE AND DONE! WANNA THROW A SUBSCRIBE ONTO MY CHANNEL AS WELL!? LONG TIME FOLLOWER SO KEEP IT UP MAN!
Thats what a Dodge Charger would look like if Kia made it.
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I have a 2014 Optima and seeing this. I cannot wait for this Gen!!
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This will definitely be my next car after the lease is up on my Forte.
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That front face is real nice
Yes, it looks aggressive in person. Thanks Mus
Awesome job! Lol thanks for braving the cold for us!
Current 2014 Sorento SX owner and can’t wait to pick up this new Optima as a second car!
Thank you for supporting us. Just wanted to share the media launching event with you guys.
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Can’t wait to see what the sportage will look like, this optima is probably one of the best looking in and out.
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What a gorgeous car!
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Sorry for your loss Charlie. Reviews can always come later family most important.
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At 23:12 when you were going in the car and you almost got in trouble , I could not stop laughing!! 😂😂
Yes, somebody from TV was recording their ment, so i had to back out. Yes, i got in trouble. You out of the way... So i said, okay~
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Thank you Rahul for your support!!!
The Seltos was revealed here in the U.S. today at the LA Auto Show. That will sell well. I’m still wrapping my head around this new Optima design.
What’s the horsepower on the turbo? Wondering why they went with the smaller turbo. As a Stinger and Sorento owner, I’d really like to see KIA roll out a new logo. That would be big news.
The glossy black does scratch and disappointed they applied it again.
I think US is getting the Smartstream 2.5L as a base engine w 190some hp and the 1.6Turbo Gdi gets 180hp but w more torque than 2.5L. 2.5L Turbo should be joining the line up later on as an Optima GT
@@minsookim5170 shouldn't the 1.6t have 201 bhp and 195 torque unless it's in the smaller crossovers? They detune it for that. Or do they run different tunes in the Optimas as well? Sorry if I'm wrong.
180hp for the turbo. Well, let's just wait for 2.5T. thank you Steve.
David Dawson well those two are indeed the same engine, but the 1.6t on the elantra sports forte gt and so on are more performance oriented engines without putting fuel economy in too much of consideration. However this 1.6t they are putting in the sonata turbo and optima turbo is down-tuned to 180 hp, setting engine on the more fuel-efficient side, with the world’s first CVVD(Continuously Variable Valve Duration). But still, thought its only 180 hp, it will push its maximum hp at a lower rpm with more abundant torque, so this 1.6t might feel more sportier on everyday drive
@@minsookim5170 Thanks for clearing that up for me. I always wondered why previous generation Optimas with the 1.6t only had 180 HP instead of 201. It's just kinda weird since they've always made the trim for that turbo more sporty on the Optima. Fords early ecoboost motors used the turbos for fuel efficiency as well. If they tuned the Kona up tho to more sporty they would have a huge advantage in the small crossover category. Even now with the 180 HP that's significantly more power than most manufacturers use
Loving the new exterior and interior design!
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Sorry for your loss💐
Is there will be an AWD version?
what transmission it has?
I like it. Thanks.
Thank you Samman
Well, no AWD for now. But i am hearing that there will be AWD for 2.5L turbo.
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Sorry for your loss, man. Stay strong. Very nice grille on the car!!
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One of the better design sedan, way better than accord and camry
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The gray/silver looks really nice for me
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Very good interior! See US Passat, this is the interior quality you should have!
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This was sick! Ur explanation was attractive. Well done
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Omg Korean car has advanced so fast. Just like hand phone and IT, lifestyle, fashion. Etc.... wow
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Great review. Super detailed. Do any of the models come with HUD (Heads Up Display) feature?
Yes, this has hud that gets displayed on the windshield. Thank you Joe. And please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
They really have to update that kia badge
Yes, that is also true. thank you Noe.
Agree....
Would you ask Ford to update there badge? The longer its out there the more recognized itll be. KIA has a bunch of cars on the road in the USA
Yaa agree..imagine they hide the brand to the badgesnob and let them judge
Badge snob detected smh...
I work at a kia dealership, and lemme tell you, this is leaps and bounds ahead of the current gen. Don't know how they fit this much improvement in only one generation.
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No GT model?!!! 2.0 litre GT???!!
They are just releasing design for the first time today. And they didn't tell us about GT yet. We are waiting for the GT to be released with 2.5L turbo. Thank you Ashkan for tuning in and please do support us by subscribing. thank you.
It amazes me how well you go from English to Korean without missing a beat.
Well, you know but funny thing is. I have to actually transit in my brain before changing language. hahhaha. thank you Ryan.
It looks like a coupe car from behind
And little bit tighter than Sonata ..
But it's definitely more sporty, sharp and edgy ..
I liked the blue color and the gray one
I really like it
Especially the hybrid design and it's front cut and the wheels 👌 much better than the other front cuts
Only if it had an ambient lighting .. It would've been perfect 👌
Perfect experiment petro 👌
Yes, i think it looks more sharp compared to new Sonata. Thank you.
From the side, the K5 has a Lincoln MKZ vibe, especially from B-pillar back.
My prayers are with you and your family following your loss.... Your reviews are amazing
Thank you Larry!!!
Great design inside and out !!!
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Great work man, keep the good work. Please accept my condolences for the loss of your father in law. Peace man.
Thank you Bryon.
This cadenza, stinger and sonata are humongous statements!
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Kia and Hyundai have recreated themselves into premium brands. Kia should now create a new premium "logo" to match this new direction that the brand is heading in. Great job to you A.P.H. for being a great host and producer,and also for being so patient and kind to others.
Yes, they should use the new logo now! Thank you Elliott for tuning in. And please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
I’m just hear to see the “it’s still a Kia” hater comments
Get over it y’all. They makin 🔥 now
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Keep it up man. You deserve more and more subscripers!
Thank you, let's grow the channel together. thank you
The sound of the glovebox closing was quite disappointing when you see the interior
Well was it bad? I mean i was out of mind during this live streaming. Thank you for tuning in. And please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
The new Kia Optima looks fantastic!!!
Yes, this new Optima looks very sporty. Thank you for tuning in and please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
Omg When i rented the Kia Rio i knew Kia is going on the right way. I felt very good driving it. Now this , Kia designed this car ex and interrior out of the box. A bit Mercedess on the inside in a good way.
Yes, Kia seems to be going in right direction. Thank you for tuning in and please do support us by subscribing to our channel. Thank you.
how about AWD is it gonna be available
Not until now. But hopefully for new Kia Optima GT. Let's wait and see. Happy New year!
(Condolences to you and your family). Looks great overall! I like how the hood goes all the way to the grill. Many cars, like Camry, have a metal strip between hood and grill, which is not necessary. Not sure I like the small opening of trunk. Too bad you only get a ski pass through & fix-a-flat. Hybrid seems like a good idea, if it has good speed and range. Interior looks excellent. Physical climate control dials would be better to keep driver's eyes on the road.
Thank you for condolences!!!
Looks like winter in the land of morning calm. Your doing some great work showing the new Optima
Sorry father in law kinda passing away ..I laughed but just in how u said it ,not because he passed . Keep up the great work
Thank you STevie. Glad we can deliver. Thank you
thank you for your condolences. thank you.
what a sharp looking car. sonata looks like an ass compare to this.
@@awesomeone2979 Bad taste for sure 🤣
Both look great, I like Optima more. You don't like ass??? Ass is sexy 😉
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It is a much better look for the Optima, and refreshing change after many years of the same....and I want to see the interior. The blue is nice. and the hybrid is hopefully fast too.
Now that optima is “wow”
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Asian Petrolhead already did sir!..
Great car. Love the rotary gear selector and interior ambient lighting. I have 2013 optima and I still love the style inside and out. One thing left out this video is what the brake lights look like once you press the break pedal. I was looking for that... thanks for this video!
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Wow im so impressed
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Really sorry to hear about your loss...be strong and thanks for the great content
Thank you so much!
Beautiful just beautiful 👍.
However the Sorento and Sportage need to be worked on, the Sorento doesn't look good and hasn't for a bit now
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Sorry for your loss! Respect to you and your family! Hyundai/Kia are literally my favorite and honestly the best new car value you can buy pound for pound. I've owned a 2006 Sonata V6, and our current backup commuter car is a 2009 Kia Spectra5 SX and I honestly love the driving dynamics of that over our 2014 Chevy Malibu LTZ! My next vehicle is definetly going to either be a Elantra GT N-Line, or a Forte GT. I really wanted the new Forte5 GT but for some reason people in the U.S. hate hatchbacks but absolutely love crossovers. Or Kia and Hyundai in general. It makes no sense. Over here people view them as cheap, disposable vehicles cause they can't get over how H/K was in the 90's. Honestly, S. Korea is putting out better quality than our new U.S. vehicles by far. Now I might have to add this 1.6t Optima on my list of what I'm possibly gonna buy 😂😅 I mean, man Kia does styling right! way better than Hyundai.
Thank you David for you condolences. Yes, even here in Korea wagons are not so popular, but they are very practical cars. And yes new Forte GT is a lovely lovely car. Thank you David for tuning in. And please do support us by subscribing. Thank you.
I love it. Thank you Sir.
thank you raguel.
Amazing car! Do you know if it will come to europe?
Yes, i hope Kia does bring this new Optima to Europe. Thank you for tuning in and please do support us by subscribing. Thank you!