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2003 Kia Optima Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2003 Kia Optima: Quick Overview

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2003 Kia Optima Specifications

Vehicle Information
Year 2003
Make Kia
Model Magentis
Trim -
Style 4-Door
Type Sedan
Category Mid-Size Car
Manufacturing Details
Made In South Korea
Manufacturing City WHASUNG
Dimensions
Doors 4-Door
Curb Weight 1487.33 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating -
Overall Height 140.97 cm
Overall Length 471.93 cm
Overall Width 181.61 cm
Wheelbase Length 270 cm
Standard Seating 5
Engine & Performance
Engine 2.7L V6
Engine Size 2.7L
Engine Cylinders 6
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission Type Automatic
Transmission Speeds 4-Speed
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive
Additional Features
Anti-Brake System Non-ABS 4-Wheel ABS
Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Pricing
Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) $19,495 USD
Invoice Price $17,755 USD
Delivery Charges $540 USD

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What Problems Does the 2003 Kia Optima Have?

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2003 Kia Optima Prices and Market Value

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2003 Kia Optima Cost of Ownership

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2003 Kia Optima Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Type Gasoline
Fuel Capacity 65.11 liters
City Mileage 8.5 km/l
Highway Mileage 11.48 km/l

2003 Kia Optima Safety Rating

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IIHS
Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraint Ratings Poor
Moderate Overlap Front Test Results Acceptable
Side Impact Test Results Poor

2003 Kia Optima Recalls & Defects

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Recall date 2004-04-12
Recall no. 04v180000
Source NHTSA
Summary Some Passenger Vehicles MAY Contain A Fuel Tank Assembly Valve That MAY NOT Close Properly. IF A Vehicle With A Fuel Tank Assembly Valve That IS NOT Properly Closed Were TO Roll Over, Fuel Spillage MAY Occur.
Consequence Fuel Spillage IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source Could Result IN A Fire.
Remedy Dealers Will Install AN Additional Fuel Tank Assembly Valve. Owner Notification Began June 25, 2004. Owners Should Contact KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
Notes KIA Recall NO. Sco38.customers CAN Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline AT 1-888-Dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Suspension:front
Recall date 2009-05-27
Recall no. 09v183000
Source NHTSA
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.
Notes Kmc's Recall Campaign NO. Sc075.owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2003 Kia Optima Warranty

Basic
Original warranty 60 months / 60,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty 120 months / 100,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired
Rust
Original warranty 60 months / 100,000 miles
Estimated remaining Expired

2003 Kia Optima Insurance

Insurance for a 2003 Kia Optima is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sedan with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.

How Does the 2003 Kia Optima Compare to Other Sedan?

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