The Kia Optima has an acceleration of 0-100 km/h at 8.5 seconds and a maximum speed of 214 km/h (132.97 mph).
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
8.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
8.5 sec
Max Speed
214 km/h 132.97 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Kia Optima is a sedan with a length of 4745 mm, width of 1815 mm, and height of 1420 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2700 mm, front track of 1540 mm, and rear track of 1530 mm. It is a 4-door sedan with 5 seats.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4745 mm 186.81 in.
Width
1815 mm 71.46 in.
Height
1420 mm 55.91 in.
Wheelbase
2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track
1540 mm 60.63 in.
Rear Track
1530 mm 60.24 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Kia Optima offers impressive fuel efficiency, with combined consumption figures of 9.2 l/100 km. It boasts a spacious and comfortable interior, along with a range of advanced safety features.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
13.6 l/100 km 17.3 US mpg 20.77 UK mpg 7.35 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.7 l/100 km 35.11 US mpg 42.16 UK mpg 14.93 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.2 l/100 km 25.57 US mpg 30.7 UK mpg 10.87 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The 2023 Kia Optima offers a powerful 2.5L engine delivering 169 horsepower and 230 Nm of torque, paired with a standard 6-speed manual transmission. It boasts impressive fuel efficiency and a comfortable ride.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
169 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
67.8 Hp/l
Torque
230 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 169.64 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
Delta / G6BV
Engine Displacement
2493 cm3 152.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke
75 mm 2.95 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-30, 10W-40 / API SG, API SH
Coolant
5.5 l 5.81 US qt | 4.84 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Optima car model comes equipped with ventilated discs for front brakes and disc brakes for the rear. It features an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) for enhanced safety. The steering system is a rack and pinion type with hydraulic power steering. The car has 14 or 15-inch wheel rims with 195/70 R14 or 205/60 R15 tires.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
195/70 R14; 205/60 R15
Wheel Rims Size
14; 15
Weight & Capacity
The Kia Optima is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio of 8.8 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 6.4 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1480 kg and a maximum weight of 1840 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 360 kg. The car has a spacious trunk with a minimum boot space of 479 liters and a fuel tank capacity of 65 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
8.8 kg/Hp, 114.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.4 kg/Nm, 155.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1480 kg 3262.84 lbs.
Max Weight
1840 kg 4056.51 lbs.
Max Load
360 kg 793.66 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
479 l 16.92 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Kia - Optima I
Sedan
4
2700 mm
The Kia Optima accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Kia Optima is 214 km/h (132.97 mph).
The Kia Optima's acceleration and maximum speed are average for its class.
The combined fuel consumption is 9.2 l/100 km.
The text does not include information regarding engine specifications.
The text does not include information regarding safety features.
The Optima features a V-engine configuration with 6 cylinders.
Fuel efficiency figures have not been released for the 2023 Optima.
The Optima comes standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, with an automatic transmission option available as an upgrade.
Ventilated discs for front and disc for rear
Rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
195/70 R14 or 205/60 R15
The Kia Optima comes with a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 195 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque.
The Kia Optima gets an estimated 25 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.
Standard features include a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a rearview camera, and a six-speaker sound system.
