2012 Kia Optima

The Kia Optima should repair the image of Koreans cheap cars. With sharp features and elegant side line to the big Kia Optima – on the market from April 2012 – should bury the competitors, especially the French and Japanese cars. The Kia Optima even confidently aiming for VW Passat buyers-wannabe.

Besides the sleek appearance of the Kia Optima with the large 18-inch wheels, the top version is also spoiling the costumers with leather upholstery in beige and black in the interior. The wheelbase is nine inches longer than the VW Passat, so that the rear passengers also enjoy generous legroom. However, one should renounce the panoramic roof, which cost valuable headroom. Even the basic version has a standard automatic climate control. For extra cost, one can order a driver’s seat which can be cooled down and safety features such as headlamps and lane assist.

The Kia Optima should be fun to drive, so the steering and suspension designed more athletic. A little more comfort in would be desirable. A 170-horsepower gasoline engine comes in July, in autumn there will be a hybrid engine available.
Meanwhile, the customers must be satisfied with a rough and inharmonious 1.7 liter turbo diesel with 136 horsepower.