Antennas for Kia Optima

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If the antenna or Kia antenna cover has been damaged on your Optima, it can make your daily commute less enjoyable if you can't listen to your favorite radio stations. Luckily, you can find a large selection of Kia Optima antenna covers and kits to help get your radio working again. Before you start your search online, take a look at this information so you can find the right parts quickly.

Here are some tips and steps you can take to find the right antenna for your Kia Optima:

• Brand: You can choose from OEM and third-party brands for replacement antennas. Aside from OEM options from Kia, you can choose from a variety of unbranded and branded options as well.
• Materials: You can choose from casing materials such as aluminum, plastic, rubber, and carbon fiber options for antennas.
• Style: Some style options include whip, shark fin, and pillar-style antennas.
• Color: For antennas with casings, you can choose from colors that will match or be similar to the paint job on your Kia Optima.
• Features: Some antennas can carry different signals such as satellite, CB, RFI and others.

Here are some of the common types of antennas available for the Optima:

• Shark fin: This style is a roof-mounted antenna that features a case that is shaped like the fin of a shark. Shark fin antenna cover Kia Optima kits will come as separate cases if you just need to replace that, or it might also include the antenna itself if needed. This style also allows for customization with different color choices.
• Bee string: This type is one of the longer options available and utilizes a flexible metal aerial. You can find this style in a variety of lengths as well.
• Stubby: This type has a bolt mounted into the base to attach to an aerial mast. This will often be made of a rubber or silicone material to allow for some flexibility.

A new antenna can be a good option when you need to purchase a whole kit. There are aftermarket options that provide generic and custom-fitted antennas specifically for the Kia Optima, and they are generally cheaper than purchasing an OEM used antenna.