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2009 Kia Optima
$17,495 - $22,145Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Transmission
Automatic w/ODSportmatic shifter
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The 2009 Kia Optima comes with a choice of two engines. The base engine is a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine making 175 horsepower, 169 pound/feet of torque and the Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and Variable Intake System (VIS).
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EPA Classification: Midsize
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 2.7L/162
Fuel System: MPFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 194 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 184 @ 4500
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again: Sportmatic shifter
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.79
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.06
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.42
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.03
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.73
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.81
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.31
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20 (Est)
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 28 (Est)
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 110
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 7.3
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3294
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.0 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 10.3 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P215/50R17
Rear Tire Size: P215/50R17
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Alloy
Rear Wheel Material: Alloy
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.86
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.5
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 16.4
Wheelbase (in): 107.1
Length, Overall (in): 189.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 71.1
Height, Overall (in): 58.3
Track Width, Front (in): 61.5
Track Width, Rear (in): 61.1
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.3
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Trunk Volume (ft³): 15.0
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 104.2
Front Head Room (in): 39.8
Front Leg Room (in): 43.7
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.1
Front Hip Room (in): 54.5
Second Head Room (in): 38.0
Second Leg Room (in): 37.8
Second Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Second Hip Room (in): 54.7
Vehicle Name: Kia Optima
Body Style: 4dr Sedan
Pricing
This model has 6 different trims.
MSRP
$22,145
Invoice
$20,600
Description
2.7L/162, 194 @ 6000, Automatic w/ODSportmatic shifter
Fuel Economy
This model has 6 different trims.
City
20 MPG
Hwy
28 MPG
Combined
undefined MPG
Description
2.7L/162, 194 @ 6000, Automatic w/ODSportmatic shifter
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