Kia - Optima IV Sportswagon-2.0 GDI (205 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid Automatic

Kia - Optima IV Sportswagon

Last updated - Jan. 30, 2025, 6:57 p.m.

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Brand	Kia
Model	Optima
Generation	Optima IV Sportswagon
Modification	2.0 GDI (205 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid Automatic
Start Of Production	2017
End Of Production	2018

Performance

The Hyundai Optima is a mid-size car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 9.7 seconds. It has a top speed of 192 km/h and a drag coefficient of 0.28, indicating good aerodynamics.

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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh	9.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph	9.7 sec
Max Speed	192 km/h 119.3 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd	0.28

Body & Dimensions

The Kia Optima is a midsize station wagon with a length of 4855 mm, width of 1860 mm, and height of 1470 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2805 mm, a spacious interior with 5 seats and 5 doors, and a ground clearance of 135 mm. The turning circle is 10.9 m, making it fairly maneuverable for its size.

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Body Type	Station wagon (estate)
Seats	5
Doors	5
Length	4855 mm 191.14 in.
Width	1860 mm 73.23 in.
Height	1470 mm 57.87 in.
Wheelbase	2805 mm 110.43 in.
Front Track	1602 mm 63.07 in.
Rear Track	1609 mm 63.35 in.
Front Overhang	965 mm 37.99 in.
Rear Overhang	1085 mm 42.72 in.
Min Turning Circle	10.9 m 35.76 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance	135 mm 5.31 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Optima is a hybrid car that boasts an impressive fuel economy of 168.01 US mpg, making it an environmentally friendly option with low CO2 emissions of 33 g/km. It runs on a petrol/electricity fuel type and meets the Euro 6 emission standard.

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Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc	1.4 l/100 km 168.01 US mpg 201.77 UK mpg 71.43 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc	33 g/km
Fuel Type	Petrol / electricity
Emission Standard	Euro 6

Engine & Transmission

The Kia Optima PHEV is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle that combines a 1.999-liter inline-4 engine with an electric motor to produce a total system power of 205 Hp and 276.59 lb.-ft. of torque. It features a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. The engine has a compression ratio of 13.5 and uses direct injection and a DOHC valvetrain. The car also features a start and stop system to improve fuel efficiency.

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Powertrain Architecture	PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Power	156 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power Per Litre	78 Hp/l
Torque	189 Nm @ 5000 rpm. 139.4 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm.
Engine Layout	Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code	G4NG
Engine Displacement	1999 cm3 121.99 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders	4
Engine Configuration	Inline
Cylinder Bore	81 mm 3.19 in.
Piston Stroke	97 mm 3.82 in.
Compression Ratio	13.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder	4
Fuel Injection System	Direct injection
Engine Aspiration	Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain	DOHC, Dual CVVT
Engine Oil Capacity	4.1 l 4.33 US qt \| 3.61 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification	5W-30 / ACEA A5
Coolant	6.7 l 7.08 US qt \| 5.9 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture	The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the rear wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
Drive Wheel	Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox	6 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension	Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension	Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
System Power	205 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
System Torque	375 Nm @ 2300 rpm. 276.59 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm.
Engine Systems	Start & Stop System

Brakes

The Hyundai Optima is a mid-size car with ventilated discs in the front and disc brakes in the rear, assisted by an Anti-lock braking system. It features electric power steering and 17-inch wheels with 215/55 R17 tires. Overall, it's a well-equipped and reliable ride.

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Front Brakes	Ventilated discs, 300 mm
Rear Brakes	Disc, 300 mm
Assisting Systems	ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type	Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering	Electric Steering
Tires Size	215/55 R17
Wheel Rims Size	7J x 17

Battery - Electric / Hybrid

The Kia Optima is a hybrid electric vehicle with a lithium-polymer battery pack, providing an all-electric range of 62 km (38.53 mi) and a top speed of 120 km/h (74.56 mph). The electric motor produces 68 Hp and 205 Nm of torque, making it suitable for city driving and short highway trips.

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Gross Battery Capacity	11.3 kWh
Battery Technology	Lithium-polymer (LiPo)
Battery Location	Under the trunk
Max Speed Electric	120 km/h 74.56 mph
Type 2 Ac Mennekes Sae J3068 Iec 62196 2	Front left
Electric Motor Power	68 Hp @ 2330-3300 rpm.
Electric Motor Torque	205 Nm @ 0-2330 rpm. 151.2 lb.-ft. @ 0-2330 rpm.
Electric Motor Location	Between the combustion engine and the transmission
Net Usable Battery Capacity	9 kWh
Battery Voltage	360 V
Average Energy Consumption Nedc	12.3 kWh/100 km 19.79 kWh/100 mi 170 MPGe 8.1 km/kWh 5.1 mi/kWh
All Electric Range Nedc	62 km 38.53 mi

Weight & Capacity

The Hyundai Optima is a mid-size car with a weight-to-power ratio of 8.5 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.6 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1740-1805 kg and a maximum weight of 2270 kg. The car has a minimum trunk boot space of 440 l and a maximum of 1574 l. It has a fuel tank capacity of 55 l and a maximum roof load of 100 kg.

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Weight To Power Ratio	8.5 kg/Hp, 117.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio	4.6 kg/Nm, 215.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight	1740-1805 kg 3836.04 - 3979.34 lbs.
Max Weight	2270 kg 5004.49 lbs.
Max Load	465-530 kg 1025.15 - 1168.45 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum	440 l 15.54 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum	1574 l 55.59 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 l 14.53 US gal \| 12.1 UK gal
Max Roof Load	100 kg 220.46 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent	1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes	750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download	80 kg 176.37 lbs.
Battery Weight	131 kg 288.81 lbs.