 I haven't bought a new car since 1982 but after the repair bills on my last two BMW's, I decided to go this route.The BMW repair center I used was close to work so I parked it and walked past the KIA dealership to work.I kept looking at the Optima's as I walked by and thought they were beautiful sedans.After my last $850 repair bill I decided to give them a test drive.I didn't expect them to drive and ride as well as my 545i, and they didn't, but I was happily surprised at how well it did perform.I have been averaging over 35 mpg on the highway so I am very happy.I also enjoy the fact I can use regular gasoline instead of the premium that I had to use in my BMW. 