Having owned previous Kia models in the past, the Optima hybrid is on a different level than the lower tier Kias. The quality of the interior is great. Hand-stitched leather wrapped steering wheel is one touch I enjoyed. This is one of the quietest vehicles I have ever owned. It is nice, but in parking lots or just driving down the street, I ÒsurprisedÓ numerous kids, animals and adults alike. The range that you can travel in this car on one tank of gas is astounding. I drove from Houston, TX, to Tulsa, OK, with out ÒneedingÓ to get gas. I would refuel if I stopped for other reasons, but I never had to. I had about 1/4 tank of gas when I got where I was going.

I really like my Kia Optima. I think it's one of the best cars I have owned. For the mid-range price, you get a luxury vehicle. While the exterior isn't all that nice, it's very spacious and premium on the inside.