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2012 Kia Optima
Get Pricing$19,500 - $26,500 Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
26 MPG Comb.
Body Type
Sedan
Transmission
Automatic w/manual shift
Seatings
5 Seats
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Overview
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.
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Mileage
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 22
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 34
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): 600
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 110
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 3.5
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3385
Trailering
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
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear: Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in): - TBD -
Brakes
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): 12.6 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.2 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Tires
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P225/45R18
Rear Tire Size: P225/45R18
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Wheels
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: - TBD -
Steering
Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.9
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 18.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 110.0
Length, Overall (in): 190.7
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 72.1
Height, Overall (in): 57.3
Track Width, Front (in): 62.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 62.6
Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.3
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³): 15.4
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 102.2
Front Head Room (in): 40.0
Front Leg Room (in): 45.5
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
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
Summary
Vehicle Name: Kia Optima
Body Style: Sedan
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 7.1
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 6
Pricing
This model has 6 different trims.
| MSRP | $26,500 |
|---|---|
| Invoice | $24,760 |
| Description | 2.0L/122, 274 @ 6000, Automatic w/manual shift |
Fuel Economy
This model has 6 different trims.
| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Hwy | 34 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Description | 2.0L/122, 274 @ 6000, Automatic w/manual shift |
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