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The Optima was entirely new in 2011, and it comes back basically the same for 2012. The new model showcases a dramatic new design that’s been led by Kia’s new Soul and Forte small cars. The Optima shows off the brand’s new European-influenced style, with crisp but flowing lines and a chrome-tipped dual exhaust on all models.

The new Optima comes in four trims: LX, EX, EX Turbo and SX. Both the LX and EX are powered by an all-new 2.4L direct-injected 4-cylinder engine making 200 horsepower. EX Turbo and SX models get a new direct-injected turbocharged 2.0L four making 274 horsepower. The base LX can be equipped with a 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed automatic, while all the other models come only with the automatic.

Fuel economy ratings with the base 2.4L 4-cylinder are very impressive, at 24 mpg city, 35 highway with the manual gearbox and 24 city, 34 highway with the automatic. The turbo models aren’t that much lower, at 22 city/34 highway. All automatics come with a Sportmatic manual mode.

The Optima is front-wheel drive, utilizing a 4-wheel independent suspension incorporating MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link layout in back, with anti-roll bars in front. The suspension is tuned to be rather firm compared to some other mid-size sedan models, while electric power steering manages convey some feel of the road in tight corners. Inside, there’s enough comfortable space for five adults and the trunk is among the more spacious ones in its class.

Features and Specs

EXTERIOR

	LX M/T	LX A/T	EX	EX TURBO	SX
16" Tires w/ Steel Wheels
16" Tires w/ Alloy Wheels
17" Tires w/ Steel Wheels
18" Tires w/ Alloy Sport Wheels
18" Tires w/ Alloy Luxury Wheels
Dual Flow Dampers
Sport-Tuned Suspension
Unique Front Grille
Sculpted Front & Rear Valence, Side Sills & Rear-Lip Spoiler
Chrome Accent Door Handles
Clear-Lens Projection Headlights
HID Headlights w/ Auto Leveling
Front Fog Lights
LED Taillights
Dual Exhaust w/ Chrome Tip
Dual Body-Color Heated Power Mirrors w/ LED Turn-Signal Indicators
Power Folding Outside Mirrors
Panoramic Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
In-Glass Antenna
Wheel Locks

= Standard = Optional = Accessory = Not Available

INTERIOR

	LX M/T	LX A/T	EX	EX TURBO	SX
UVO Powered by Microsoft Infotainment System
Rear-Camera Display and HD Radio
Infinity AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System w/ 8 Speakers
AM/FM/CD/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System
6-Speakers w/ Front Door-Mounted Tweeters
Navigation w/ SiriusXM Traffic & Rear-Camera Display
USB/Auxiliary Input Jacks
BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology
Smart Key & Push Button Start
Steering-Wheel-Mounted Audio Control Buttons
Cruise Control w/ Steering-Wheel-Mounted Control Buttons
Active Eco System
Steering-Wheel-Mounted Paddle Shifters
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Full Automatic Temperature Control
Power Windows w/ Driver’s One-Touch Auto-Down
Power Windows w/ Driver & Passenger One-Touch Auto-Down
Power Door Locks
Cooling Glove Box
Door Mounted Lamp & Rear Reading Lamps
Keyless Entry w/ Panic and Alarm Function
Manual Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Supervision Meter Cluster
Trip Computer
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror
Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror w/ HomeLink and Compass
Overhead Sunglasses Holder
Front & Rear Map Pockets w/ Bottle Holder
Front Center Console w/ Armrest and Storage
Fold-Away Rear Center Armrest w/ Dual Cup Holders
Floormats
All Weather Floormats
Cargo Tray
Cargo Net

= Standard = Optional = Accessory = Not Available