Impressive Warranty
Hyundai is Kia's corporate parent, so the Optima gets Hyundai's impressive warranty; it includes 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain protection and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance.
Kia is putting more marketing muscle behind the new Optima. Its predecessor received little marketing support, and most folks wanting a Kia sedan brushed past it in showrooms and headed for the automaker's Spectra model.
The front-wheel-drive Optima has quick steering and a decent ride, but the softness of an older Buick and thus just average handling. The brake pedal has a linear action to help provide smooth stops.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your vehicle
and in all legal matters pertaining to
its ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor
under the fr ...
Towing
Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an authorized
KIA dealer or a commercial towtruck
service. Proper lifting and towing
procedures are necessary to ...
Powertrains and Performance
The 2009 Kia Sorento is available with two engine choices. The base model and
LX are powered by a 3.3-liter V6 that produces 242 horsepower and 228 pound-feet
of torque. The EX receives a 3.8-lite ...