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2012 Kia Optima EX 4dr Sedan 2.0T Auto

2012 Kia Optima
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Front Wheel Drive, Sedan, Midsize Cars
22 (2011) mpg city / 34 (2011) mpg hwy
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Being a hybrid I knew going in that I wouldn't driving a sports car. But the only thing that shows that is the off the line acceleration. Once up to speed though there is plenty of acceleration with both the gas and electric kicked in for passing. Fit and finish is great. Handling is great too. The only thing I have noted going through a 110 degree plus summer is that with the AC running on higher fan speeds it puts a much heavier draw on the electric ac compressor thereby causing the engine to charge more and reducing fuel mileage. It still averages above 30 mpg for my driving conditions.

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