| Model Year | 2001 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | ||
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| Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 0 in |
| 2001 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could comfortably fit 3 adults in back. Actually has rear leg room! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2001 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fine for short trips, but seats become uncomfortable on long trips (hurts back). Perhaps upper end model better or offer better adjustment. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 .