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2015 Kia Optima
$21,840 - $35,500Starting MSRP
Ebony Black
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
24 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic w/OD
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The 2015 Kia Optima comes in five different trims, LX, EX, SX, SX Turbo and SXL Turbo. LX and EX models come with a 200-horsepower, 2.4L direct-injection 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. The Optima SX-Turbo and the SXL get a...
What’s new in the 2015 model?
Following a thorough refresh last year the Kia Optima hits 2015 with only minor changes. Among them, the UVO infotainment system has been upgraded,...
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Exterior
Ebony Black
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Specs
EPA Classification: Midsize Cars
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement: 2.0 L/122
Fuel System: Gasoline Direct Injection
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 274 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 269 @ 1650
Drivetrain: Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.65
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.83
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.39
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.77
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.39
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.88
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 31
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 130
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3468
Suspension Type - Front: Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): Multi-Link
Brake Type: 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.6
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.2
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: P225/45VR18
Rear Tire Size: P225/45VR18
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 X 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 X 7.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.8
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.5
Wheelbase (in): 110
Length, Overall (in): 190.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 72.1
Height, Overall (in): 57.1
Track Width, Front (in): 62.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 62.6
Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.1
Trunk Volume (ft³): 15.4
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 102.2
Front Head Room (in): 40
Front Leg Room (in): 45.5
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.3
Front Hip Room (in): 54.7
Second Head Room (in): 37.6
Second Leg Room (in): 34.7
Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.7
Second Hip Room (in): 54.5
Vehicle Name: Kia Optima
Body Style: Sedan
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.3
Pricing
This model has 5 different trims.
MSRP
$35,500
Invoice
$33,140
Description
2.0 L/122, 274 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
Fuel Economy
This model has 5 different trims.
City
20 MPG
Hwy
31 MPG
Combined
24 MPG
Description
2.0 L/122, 274 @ 6000, Automatic w/OD
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