Kelley Blue Book is the place to go when you want expertise and valuable information on the vehicles available in today’s automotive marketplace. Whether you’re looking for a family sedan or a spacious SUV, the Kia brand has ranked highly on KBB for years. This year, the 2016 Kia Optima made it into the top 10 chart for family sedans, meaning that the Optima’s interior features and space are a great fit for small families, and a good option for those days you have a little extra cargo to fit inside. Read on to learn more about what made the 2016 Kia Optima rank high in best family sedans.
How Are Best Family Sedans Chosen at KBB?
For two weeks, drivers from Kelley Blue Book take the time to test drive and review the top 24 options for best family sedans. Bringing their families in for valuable input, the drivers even get the scoop on what kids like and don’t like about the vehicles being tested. Using common ideas of what makes a good family car, the lists are compiled based on which vehicles ranked the highest in the family testing.
The KBB team was on the search for great special features this year, when considering family sedans. The Kia Optima is a vehicle that comes fully loaded with high-tech features, comfort features, and design features that allow it to stand out from a lot of the competition.
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What Families Love in the 2016 Kia Optima
The midsize Kia optima was a great fit for families, according to KBB, in a variety of ways. Safety and efficiency are a top priority for parents, and the Optima delivers in both of those categories. The three different four-cylinder engines available achieve up to 39 miles per gallon on the highway, saving you money at the gas station. And on top of that, the Kia Optima comes with seven standard airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag. A number of active safety features are also available for the Optima, those including Forward-Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and more!
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The spacious rear seat felt like it had as much room as a full-size SUV, according to families, making passengers in the back more comfortable during any length of trip. Car seats were easy to install, and the middle seat in the rear made it possible to truly fit five passengers inside the vehicle.
Test Drive the 2016 Kia Optima in Kenosha WI
If you are interested in seeing whether this sedan is the right fit for you and your family, give us a call at Palmen Kia or schedule your test drive online. Our experienced team is always happy to answer your questions and help get you behind the wheel of a car you can afford, with features you’ll love.
