The 2012 Kia Optima is a midsize sedan and is available in two models, LX and EX. The entry level LX model is equipped with a five speed manual transmission. The fuel economy ratings of the Optima equipped with the 2.4 liter engine are 24 miles per gallon on city streets and 34 miles per gallon on the highway. Optional equipment on the 2012 Optima LX model, are floor mats, keyless entry, cruise control and a steering wheel has a telescoping That facility and music system controls.
With the 2012 Optima SX Turbo, Kia Continues to PROVE its place in the global auto market, showcasing an intuitive ability to meet the practical needs of drivers without sacrificing the fun, sporty ethos That has Become the brand's hallmark.Featuring a handsome exterior design, a luxuriously-equipped cabin and a fuel-efficient turbocharged engines, the new Kia Optima SX Turbo provides impressive value. Boasting an athletic 274 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque, the Turbo produces Optima SX V6-like performance with the fuel economy of a 4-cylinder thanks to the smart Addition of a turbocharger.Further Driving ease is aided through a host of thoughtfully-designed amenities That grace the interior cabin of the Optima.
Could the new Kia Optima Hybrid be the frugal shopper's green alternative to the mainstream Camry and the Fusion or even the Lexus HS250h? From the outside, the new Optima is by far the Looker of the mid-size hybrid segment. Like the EPA numbers with hybrids, your mileage May Vary styling.The look makes the Optima's dash fairly upscale in comparison with the Camry and Fusion competition.Standard equipment Lately has been a hallmark and the Kia Optima Hybrid is no different; power mirrors, fog lamps, iPod / USB integration, touch screen radio, steering wheel audio and phone controls, Bluetooth, dual-zone climate control, one-touch power windows, air conditioned glove box, trip computer, auto-dimming rear view mirror and power driver's seat are Among the long list of standard features on the Optima Hybrid. To keep prices low That at the level of hybrid sports Kia's only one option: the $ 5,000 "premium package". Five-large gets you the panoramic sunroof, navigation system, backup camera, up-level Infinity sound system, HID headlamps, 17-inch wheels, power passenger seat, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, snazzier trim bits, auto dimming rear-view-mirror, and the holy grail: the heated steering wheel. Standard tech has recently become a hallmark and the Kia Optima Hybrid is no different. The Optima Hybrid is the first Kia to come with the new UVO infotainment system by Microsoft. The premium package integrates the climate control into the large display as well as the crisp hybrid status displays. Under the hood beats the Optima Hybrid 2.XL a four-cylinder engine, essentially the same "Theta II 'engine in the majority of Hyundai / Kia models but retuned to run on a modified Atkinson cycle. In hybrid form the engine turns out 168HP at 6.600 rpm and 154 lb-ft at 4.250 rpm. The clutch packs enable the Optima to operate under electric-only, gasoline-only, or Both. Out on the road in the Optima delivers a firm, quiet ride. Due to the lower a cd of .25 vs .28 the regular Optima's combined with the frequent all-electric Locomotion, the noise is particularly muted in the hybrid model. If you prefer a smooth CVT experience the other hybrids Will be your cup of tea, if shifts are more your thing, the Optima delivers in spades. If highway cruising describes the majority of the miles on your future hybrid, the Optima is the natural choice as it delivers the highest highway numbers in the bunch, four more MPGs than Fusion. You may have noticed I'm Ignoring the Sonata Hybrid. The Optima's Biggest feature, like most working class, is its price tag. At $ 26.500 the Optima is significantly cheaper than the $ 28.600 $ 36.330 Fusion or the Lexus HS250h. Toyota has obviously decided the Optima is encroaching on Their turf and the 2012 Camry Hybrid is now the cheapest in the bunch at $ 25.900.Is the new Camry Hybrid is really the better car for the bargain hunter? How is a $ 31.500 Hybrid the better value? It still undercuts the competition and delivers loaded with features like ventilated seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel and panoramic roof not available on the other hybrids. If you want a smooth driving hybrid sedan under 30K, buy the Ford. If you want a great car under $ 30K, skip the Hybrid and just buy a turbo Optima, if you are seeking a premium hybrid sedan, give the fully-loaded Optima Hybrid a long look before you swing by the Lincoln or Lexus dealer.
