Just checked and the Optima GT here in NZ is $54k (MYR166K), bloody good price when a Passat 206kw is late 60k and A4 185kw quattro almost 90k. Performance bargain imo
I still drive my Kia Spectra 2001 model .. its a CBU first batch ... still running good and i love the car. Proud to see Kia is coming up top in Malaysia... :)
Thanks for this follow up review on this Kia. Similar to this new endeavour is the new Hyundai Elantra Sport which delivers 201hp and comes with new stronger body and multilink independent rear suspension. It will be nice if we can get a review of this car.
Just bought a 2019 Kia Optima LX fe. The flies and it isn't even Turbo. Kia makes really good cars I a was shocked. It's my wife's but you know I took it out on the back roads and opened her up. The driver and collision assistant is awesome. I still love my 2018 Dodge Ram 1500. I told her to take my truck today. Nobody drives my truck. I had to take the Kia out just one more time! Excellent ride and the car is very well sealed. Outside noise all but non existence with windows up. She didn't need the turbo, she has it with the 2.4L engine. So many features with this car.
Bobby good in depth review I totally agreed with you Kia has put tremendous effort to every aspect on new the Optima GT. I can't wait to see Kia next mass production performance car "Stinger". Do we expect to see the Stinger in Malaysia?
@@jamiechangchang7066 i have a 2013 k5, always around 9L-10L per 100km, for its size and for my heavy foot i feel its decent, not the best but far from being worst.
This is the first time I viewed Kia car review. Excellent!! I never know Kia is far better than any Japanese cars or Europe cars.. I thought Kia is the same level like Toyota or Nissan but they are so much better.
This car no joke bobby...already have oneof this optima gt...this car can catch up with german n europe car easily...plus already get love letter from police for speeding on LPT with this car..
bobby, u got the same smile whn putting the foot down on S60 306hp. visited Kia today but the test drive car wasnt around. it looks as fun as the S60 but with better interior and 60k cheaper..
+Bobby Ang a very good review on this car but i was hoping for you to mention about the safety system built in this car if there is any (like LKAS, LDW, FCW, ACC etc). Nonetheless, a big thumbs up for this beauty.
Bobby, well done! been waiting for this review! regarding Optima GT, are there any extra comment on the gearbox? I remember in the video you mention the gearbox is great. but no further elaboration. so, my question is, is the gear shifting seamless? Or is it sluggish? or is it indecisive? Or any extra elaboration from your thoughts? many thanks for the great review! hoping for more videos in the future.
+Wilson Lim i think they opt for 6 speed torque converter for reliability. 6DCT is great and fast but in real world, people prefer reliability. So it doesnt have lightning speed shifting, but smooth and decent. Definitely faster than Renault's super slow DCT in the Clio ... and torque converters never jerk or jutter in slow speeds
Bobby Ang yes. I do agree with reliability. I hardly hear any Kia/Hyundai having problems with their 6 speeder. and is it the same gearbox across the range (except Rio with 4 speeder)? if it is the same, surprisingly the same gearbox can handle different amount of torque from different engines. 440nm from the Sorento/Carnival(turbo-diesel) 350nm from this turbo-petrol. brilliant car! Will test it once I have the chance!
hey Bobby, I know Elantra and Civic weren't the same segment as Optima. But I hope you can do a review of latest Elantra Sport (Turbo) . because I'm looking forward for both two cars.
hey bobby you're doing good reviews. Nnowdays i just watch your reviews if i want to know about a car ...it will be more better if you can tell us about the resale value and maintenance cost of the car you're reviewing
Hi Bobby, i know you are a passionate car reviewer. May i request for local brands car like Proton and Perodua (etc- Bezza / Saga / Persona ) because I'm just a average income family. Really Appreciate it Bobby :) Im sure many will love it.
I was confused btw this vs the 2016 model... but once I started the engine my 4yr old said this.... "Dad... it's a muscle car" we loved the induced sound....
hi bobby nice reviews as always... i have questions about panoramic roof of Kia optima gt... how strong it is??? i got saw tree branches fall during heavy rain n storm... so would be as strong as a normal roof? if normal roof bend can knocked but how panoramic roof.... thanks
Interior looks much better than it's predecessor however the price is Passat level. Also, northern drivers are more gracious than southern ones, more willing to give way to faster vehicles...
dear @bobby ang ...i'd really appreciate if you make a review or comparison between the latest civic turbo and elantra turbo...because im currently planning to buy either one of it...it would be really good if you emphasize more on the handling and performance of each of the cars...looking forward to it !! thanks.
Really like your video! Would be even nicer if you can compare the cars youre reviewing to their obvious competitors (e.g. Mazda 6 2.5 vs this Optima) so we could get better perspective of the pros and cons of the car
faiz489 haha true. anyway u can check elantra in carlist.. they have gud resale value. elantra turbo have 3 years full free service. they use 54% high strength steel. civic is below 30% only.
Do you mean the F10 535i? No challenge the Optima is only 240 is hp. The S4 is 330hp and the 535i is 306hp. But of course the benefits will be new vs old. Surprise spending on maintenance on these high powered used car may not be the taste for everyone
I think it's 5th generation of optima Kia sold in Malaysia,there it's more generation in Korea the earliest technology it's collaboration with Mitsubishi.i was wondering this and BMW 118i M sport witch have more fun to drive.but sadly our local 118i M sport don't have the 170 PS version.and I don't really like the 3 cylinder engine characteristics ,pull quite well in low rev,but suffering when reach high RPM.
I will give way to you if I am driving my civic because I always drive in Eco mode and the sound is scary, haha. Weird that Performance Drive tested 0-100km is 8.56s, which is pretty slow for a 2.0T.
In the U.S. at least in AZ damn drivers don't get out the overtaking lane when you're trying to pass them! Even though we have a law that says, "slower drivers move over". It's really annoying. Respect for other countries that really know how to drive. Great car by the way!
can share the actual fuel consumption you managed? thats about the only thing holding me back from this car... the passat 2.0 accelerates fast but has a much better efficiency on paper.
+qaswedfrt well .... when i review the hyundai ioniq, i averaged 20 litres per 100km. The thing is this, i never wanna bother with fuel consumption because it is determined by driving behavior. All claimed fuel consumptions are based on lab tests with predetermined scenarios. And i drove hard during reviews. But the passat 1.8 is really crazy efficient. I drove hard from taiping to hatyai and then drove around in thailand, then drove back to kl on one single tank. 700km of hard driving. Immemsely fuel saving. Same goes mazda's skyactiv engines, drove hard but fuel saving as well. Most other cars became very thirsty when driven hard. My impression on the optima is that it is rather average, not super good but acceptible. I think 500km per tank of dealistic mix of driving is achievable. Not a thirsty car.
Hi Bobby, can you review the facelifted Optima Gt and comment if it is still a bargain purchase compared to the other D segment cars or cars within the same price range?
How the quietness of cabin as compare to Camry, Mercedes E class, or Audi A6? I keep hearing the engine sound when you accelerate and some outside noise when you are on highway at the beginning of your video. Thanks.
22 minutes of no cuts! What a legendary reviewer! Love your work man!
Good reviews. I own a KIA K3 for 3 years and no regrets owning it.
It's nice to see Kia going the sporty performance route, this and the Stinger will be great alternatives to the Germans if priced well.
Just checked and the Optima GT here in NZ is $54k (MYR166K), bloody good price when a Passat 206kw is late 60k and A4 185kw quattro almost 90k. Performance bargain imo
indeed. well said.
Finally, Kia arrived at its tagline "the power to surprise".
I must say that I am truly surprised at this Optima.
I still drive my Kia Spectra 2001 model .. its a CBU first batch ... still running good and i love the car. Proud to see Kia is coming up top in Malaysia...
:)
2017 Kia Optima GT looks like a premium car. I love it!
Thanks for this follow up review on this Kia. Similar to this new endeavour is the new Hyundai Elantra Sport which delivers 201hp and comes with new stronger body and multilink independent rear suspension. It will be nice if we can get a review of this car.
Just bought a 2019 Kia Optima LX fe. The flies and it isn't even Turbo. Kia makes really good cars I a was shocked. It's my wife's but you know I took it out on the back roads and opened her up. The driver and collision assistant is awesome. I still love my 2018 Dodge Ram 1500. I told her to take my truck today. Nobody drives my truck. I had to take the Kia out just one more time! Excellent ride and the car is very well sealed. Outside noise all but non existence with windows up. She didn't need the turbo, she has it with the 2.4L engine. So many features with this car.
Bobby good in depth review I totally agreed with you Kia has put tremendous effort to every aspect on new the Optima GT. I can't wait to see Kia next mass production performance car "Stinger". Do we expect to see the Stinger in Malaysia?
+S C yes. It will come.
Bobby Ang Its like Bmw interior quite nice. But How the fuel ?? Because the Kia Optima K5 2013 fuel always kuat makan you know.
@@jamiechangchang7066 i have a 2013 k5, always around 9L-10L per 100km, for its size and for my heavy foot i feel its decent, not the best but far from being worst.
I also just went for a test drive in it, loved it to the max. And decided it's gonna be my future car.
you are right...the ambience and value this car provides is excellent value for money!!
This is the first time I viewed Kia car review. Excellent!! I never know Kia is far better than any Japanese cars or Europe cars.. I thought Kia is the same level like Toyota or Nissan but they are so much better.
Looking forward to Stinger 2.0 review :) cos 3.3 been reviewed to death haha. Happy CNY
This car no joke bobby...already have oneof this optima gt...this car can catch up with german n europe car easily...plus already get love letter from police for speeding on LPT with this car..
hahaha nice one letter.
absolutely loving every second in driving it. Best and most satisfying value you can get in this range.
bobby, u got the same smile whn putting the foot down on S60 306hp. visited Kia today but the test drive car wasnt around. it looks as fun as the S60 but with better interior and 60k cheaper..
+Bobby Ang a very good review on this car but i was hoping for you to mention about the safety system built in this car if there is any (like LKAS, LDW, FCW, ACC etc). Nonetheless, a big thumbs up for this beauty.
The engine in the cabin sounds like an AMG C63s!
Excellent review. Excellent effort Korean made this car...
Thanks for great review again, Bobby!!
How about the ride quality? It looks exactly like BMW inside with all the buttons.. salute KIA! 👍🏻
Awesome review Bobby, looks like a very good drive. Going for a test drive soon
Great review Bobby!
Once the Kia Stinger GT touches Malaysian shores
Please make a in depth review immediately
Bobby, well done! been waiting for this review! regarding Optima GT, are there any extra comment on the gearbox? I remember in the video you mention the gearbox is great. but no further elaboration. so, my question is, is the gear shifting seamless? Or is it sluggish? or is it indecisive? Or any extra elaboration from your thoughts?
many thanks for the great review! hoping for more videos in the future.
+Wilson Lim i think they opt for 6 speed torque converter for reliability. 6DCT is great and fast but in real world, people prefer reliability. So it doesnt have lightning speed shifting, but smooth and decent. Definitely faster than Renault's super slow DCT in the Clio ... and torque converters never jerk or jutter in slow speeds
Bobby Ang yes. I do agree with reliability. I hardly hear any Kia/Hyundai having problems with their 6 speeder. and is it the same gearbox across the range (except Rio with 4 speeder)? if it is the same, surprisingly the same gearbox can handle different amount of torque from different engines. 440nm from the Sorento/Carnival(turbo-diesel) 350nm from this turbo-petrol. brilliant car! Will test it once I have the chance!
+Wilson Lim only a few car makers have the capability to make their own gearboxes. Mercedes Benz, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai Kia and Nissan.
Bobby Ang thanks bobby! it has been very informative watching your channel! looking forward for your next video!
hey Bobby, I know Elantra and Civic weren't the same segment as Optima. But I hope you can do a review of latest Elantra Sport (Turbo) . because I'm looking forward for both two cars.
No regrets on my Kia SX Turbo 2015. Great car!
Can you review the latest Cerato? I am an owner and I feel it is very underrated
Kia makes very beautiful cars. Just a shame that the service and warranty from Kia Malaysia (Naza) is sooooo bad
hey bobby you're doing good reviews. Nnowdays i just watch your reviews if i want to know about a car ...it will be more better if you can tell us about the resale value and maintenance cost of the car you're reviewing
Hi Bobby, i know you are a passionate car reviewer. May i request for local brands car like Proton and Perodua (etc- Bezza / Saga / Persona ) because I'm just a average income family. Really Appreciate it Bobby :) Im sure many will love it.
I was confused btw this vs the 2016 model... but once I started the engine my 4yr old said this.... "Dad... it's a muscle car" we loved the induced sound....
hi bobby nice reviews as always... i have questions about panoramic roof of Kia optima gt... how strong it is??? i got saw tree branches fall during heavy rain n storm... so would be as strong as a normal roof? if normal roof bend can knocked but how panoramic roof.... thanks
I would assume that the strength mainly is on the body shell and not a lot on what in btw...
Thanks
Interior looks much better than it's predecessor however the price is Passat level. Also, northern drivers are more gracious than southern ones, more willing to give way to faster vehicles...
sir can you please do review on gtr35.. planning to get one.. and also tips on how to check wether the car is in good condition.. thank you
Is it still good choice this k5 GT in 2022 Bobby? Saw a few units in second hand market.
Actually they are not copying Germans,THEY ARE Germans. Peter Schreyer,the same who designing for Audi,VW,Hyundai and Kia
dear @bobby ang ...i'd really appreciate if you make a review or comparison between the latest civic turbo and elantra turbo...because im currently planning to buy either one of it...it would be really good if you emphasize more on the handling and performance of each of the cars...looking forward to it !! thanks.
Hi bobby. How do you compare this to the Sportage in build quality? Which is better or same?
Really like your video! Would be even nicer if you can compare the cars youre reviewing to their obvious competitors (e.g. Mazda 6 2.5 vs this Optima) so we could get better perspective of the pros and cons of the car
+lionhearttwb i have reviewed more than 200 current for sale models, you can find them all in my youtube channel.
A very good effort from Kia.
PS: Don't you feel the HVAC and Audio control unit looks a lot like BMW's?
+Boon Khong Foo i think i said it, its identical to bmw's haha
Bobby:
330e vs. Passat 2.0 vs. Optima GT.
Which would you get for the driving fun factor (price aside)?
Thanks in advance.
kindface 330e more fun to drive... passat better ride quality... optima more stylish and more tech...
steve ng
Thanks, Steve. Most appreciated. 👍🏽
bro the next plz review elantra sport n compare it wit civic turbo 😊👌
Arun12b agree with this hope Bobby can review Elantra sport.
100% elantra sport wil win anyway. all d review in youtube elantra turbo win against civic 😊👌
Arun12b Elantra turbo no rv kekeke. 5 year later only resell for 80k
faiz489 haha true. anyway u can check elantra in carlist.. they have gud resale value. elantra turbo have 3 years full free service. they use 54% high strength steel. civic is below 30% only.
hope he can do a review on elantra sport too as quite many people who did a review of the car gave a huge thumbs up !
can you do a review for Tucson 1.6turbo thanks!
is the induction noise always there? or only in sport mode?
+jeremy always there, but sport mode slightly louder.
Hi Bobby, with a budget of rm180k, which car do you think worth the most to buy?
3:00 it sounds good for a 4 cylinder
Bobby, how is this car compared to the passat 2.0 turbo?can you make a comparison video?
Kia Grand Carnival also has the welcoming lights and side mirror auto unfold.. but minus the auto seats.. haha.. jadi laaa..
Bobby... In terms of accelaration ...is there a huge difference as compared to your B8.
Should i consider a 2nd hand B8 / F10 530i / a new optima?
Do you mean the F10 535i? No challenge the Optima is only 240 is hp. The S4 is 330hp and the 535i is 306hp. But of course the benefits will be new vs old. Surprise spending on maintenance on these high powered used car may not be the taste for everyone
Bobby, you'll choose a VW Passat Highline or this Kia Optima GT?
薛育衡 wanted to ask him too
Hi Bobby! big fan of yours and follower here! really like your videoes . Please show us the engines of the cars you review! thanks! :D
in term of cabin fit and finish, and handling \ ride refinement, how does this compare to the 1) new VW Passat, 2) 2016 Ford Mondeo?
I think it's 5th generation of optima Kia sold in Malaysia,there it's more generation in Korea the earliest technology it's collaboration with Mitsubishi.i was wondering this and BMW 118i M sport witch have more fun to drive.but sadly our local 118i M sport don't have the 170 PS version.and I don't really like the 3 cylinder engine characteristics ,pull quite well in low rev,but suffering when reach high RPM.
+hukaka alex yeah but think how often we go high rpm ... ahahahha
I will give way to you if I am driving my civic because I always drive in Eco mode and the sound is scary, haha. Weird that Performance Drive tested 0-100km is 8.56s, which is pretty slow for a 2.0T.
Detuned probably, the older Optima with the same 2.0T was much faster.
8.5s is slow . My mazda 6 skyactiv 2.5 with 19 inch wheels can do 7.5 with just 185hp . Kinda feel weird judging from all the hp the k5 GT has
In the U.S. at least in AZ damn drivers don't get out the overtaking lane when you're trying to pass them! Even though we have a law that says, "slower drivers move over". It's really annoying. Respect for other countries that really know how to drive. Great car by the way!
If Kia GT 2017 and Mazda 6 2.0 2018 facelift , which one will better ? Just thinking this 2 of car
Bro can u do more detailed video on mazda 3 gvc high spec? Planing to buy one. I wanted to know the driving pleasure of mazda 3 compare to civic1.5tc
Civics are great but still can't beat mazda in driving performance .
Hi Bobby, any review on the outgoing Cerato 1.6 K3? Thanks. Any comments from you would be very much appreciated.
Awesome review, I get all the info I need and complete agree with u.. Thank you very much..
Nice review Bobby. You deserve more subscribers. +1 subscriber coz you occasionally 'fist cars'...lol
8 dislikes frm japanese car owner who feel so jeolous on Kia.😂😂
Arun12b yeahh
they jealous on the power but you jealous on their after sale service.
Hahaha....
Lol not really...no one cares about Korean car😴 Korean’s car only for losers like you.
@@网汽车 losers are those who don't know how to drive according to situation and in heavy traffic. Not what they drive. Cheers bro.
can share the actual fuel consumption you managed? thats about the only thing holding me back from this car... the passat 2.0 accelerates fast but has a much better efficiency on paper.
+qaswedfrt well .... when i review the hyundai ioniq, i averaged 20 litres per 100km. The thing is this, i never wanna bother with fuel consumption because it is determined by driving behavior. All claimed fuel consumptions are based on lab tests with predetermined scenarios. And i drove hard during reviews. But the passat 1.8 is really crazy efficient. I drove hard from taiping to hatyai and then drove around in thailand, then drove back to kl on one single tank. 700km of hard driving. Immemsely fuel saving. Same goes mazda's skyactiv engines, drove hard but fuel saving as well. Most other cars became very thirsty when driven hard. My impression on the optima is that it is rather average, not super good but acceptible. I think 500km per tank of dealistic mix of driving is achievable. Not a thirsty car.
Bobby Ang thank you so much for your info!
Bobby Ang Pls give your opinion... I like this optima GT but my wife wanna buy Mercs A200 AMG line... Which to choose?
Buy the A200 bro. What use is a 245hp performance sedan when you reach home fast but cannot have sex? Happy wife happy life bro.
Bobby Ang 😂😂😂😂Any review about A200 AMG Line compare to Optima GT?
Which showroom is that test drive unit available at?? I would to test drive it
Hi Bobby, can you review the facelifted Optima Gt and comment if it is still a bargain purchase compared to the other D segment cars or cars within the same price range?
the facelifted Optima is without a turbo now ..
老板老板，本人不会英文😂然后又很喜欢你的讲解…你粤语视频那些我都有看…我本人又驾这12的k5…这辆17k5又很少人讲解…所以很感兴趣你讲的东西…可是我真的不懂英语😂😂所以老板可不可以有空时放下中文字幕😂😂就问问可不可以😁
why the driver seat need to change positions when you are off the car at the first place btw?
+Wayne Tan slides to the back for easy work ingress and egress. My bmw does the same thing
This baby vs Passat B8 2.0. Which one win, bobby?
Hi Bobby, I m struggling between Kia Optima GT & Passat 2.0. Whats yr recommendation?
Kia
the centre part where the climate control dials and radio dials are so BMW. even the air con vents are straight from the X5
May I ask your top speed in the Optima GT during your review?
Great review 🙃I have a 2017 Kiaforte5 and I love it
Give me the kia STINGER review soon.. 😍 😍 😍
Bobby there is not Engine sound . is ACTIVE SOUND SYSTEM
how's the suspension? was it good?
How the quietness of cabin as compare to Camry, Mercedes E class, or Audi A6? I keep hearing the engine sound when you accelerate and some outside noise when you are on highway at the beginning of your video. Thanks.
Slightly noisier than Camry. Not on the same level as the E-Class and A6.
how were you able to determine this? DId you also drive a Camry with a panaramic roof?
How about comparing it to Nissan teana 2013 version. which one do you feel is noisiest? And by how significant?
I like the sound of that exhaust.
Hi Bobby, can I know d turning radius of this k5 optima GT?
Is the new Optime EX 2.0 NA handling same as this?
Hi, can u do a in depth review for Mercedes c43 amg pls?
Bobby can you do a review on the new Hyundai Elantra 2017 turbo
Compare to Honda accord which drive better?
Bobby, please mention NVH of all the vehicles when you review. Tks
Jerry Lee he did mention its quiet.
i can feel your feeling bro...now i will noted this on my list next week
Bobby, can u make a review video for cerato? thx
What’s the shortcomings of this car tho? Surely there has to be something
Hi, why isn't there harman kardon? And 360 camera?
007bratuxa pffft.... those are seriously expensive stuff for premium brands dude😂
nice honest review
The kiaproceed (shootingbrake)available in malaysia??
How does it compare against vw passat b8?
Is that the road from Kuala Lumpur to Genting Highland?
Able to overtake Myvis ??
Great review, keep it up :)
Does the audio unit come with smartphones connectivity like apple car play and android auto?
serviameo yes it is
How about this kia gt compare to VW Passat 2.0 ? which more power ?
Yeah. How does it feel if compared with passat 2.0
Yeah I have the same question too
Is the audio sound system on optima good?
man those sunroof.. this car is lit af!
will kia stinger be available in malaysia?
great car.. best d segment.
faiz489 yes.. bmw 3 series can balik kampung.
NICE REVIEW