The Kia Optima is a mid-size sedan that offers a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and decent fuel economy. With a length of 4719 mm and a wheelbase of 2700 mm, it provides ample space for passengers and cargo. Its compact size and 10.4m turning circle make it easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4719 mm 185.79 in.
Width
1815 mm 71.46 in.
Height
1410 mm 55.51 in.
Wheelbase
2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track
1540 mm 60.63 in.
Rear Track
1520 mm 59.84 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.4 m 34.12 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Kia Optima offers a comfortable and spacious interior, a powerful engine, and advanced safety features. It's a great choice for families or commuters.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The car has a 140-horsepower engine and offers a balanced combination of power and efficiency. Its naturally aspirated engine delivers 59.5 horsepower per liter, indicating good performance potential. The engine is paired with a manual transmission and drives the front wheels.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
140 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
59.5 Hp/l
Torque
199 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 146.77 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Displacement
2351 cm3 143.47 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86.5 mm 3.41 in.
Piston Stroke
100 mm 3.94 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC
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 features ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, ensuring reliable stopping power. The hydraulic steering system and steering rack and pinion provide smooth handling. The car rides on 15-inch wheels with 205/60 R15 tires, and is equipped with ABS (Anti-lock braking system) for added safety.
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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
205/60 R15
Wheel Rims Size
15
Weight & Capacity
The Kia Optima is a well-balanced car with a decent power-to-weight ratio of 10.6 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 7.5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1488 kg and a spacious trunk boot space of 385 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 65 liters, making it suitable for long road trips.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.6 kg/Hp, 94.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.5 kg/Nm, 133.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1488 kg 3280.48 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
385 l 13.6 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Kia - Optima I (facelift 2003)
The Kia Optima has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The length of the Kia Optima is 4719 mm or 185.79 in.
The turning circle of the Kia Optima is 10.4 m or 34.12 ft.
The Kia Optima seats up to 5 passengers.
The Kia Optima gets an estimated 25 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.
The Kia Optima comes with a range of standard and available safety features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and a rearview camera.
The Kia Optima is powered by a petrol (gasoline) engine.
The Kia Optima comes standard with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring.
The Kia Optima has a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with 195 horsepower.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.
The car has a 5-speed manual transmission.
Curb weight information is not in the given specs.
Ventilated discs in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
Hydraulic steering with a steering rack and pinion.
205/60 R15
The fuel economy of the Kia Optima varies by trim level, but it can get up to 24 mpg city and 35 mpg highway.
Yes, the Kia Optima has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Kia Optima is available in several trim levels, including the LX, S, EX, and SX.
