Kia Optima III (2010–2013)
The Kia Optima III was offered with 7 gasoline engine versions, from 165 to 278 hp, built 2010–2013.
EnlargeProduction years2010–2013
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length190.7 in (4,845 mm)
Width72.0 in (1,830 mm)
Height57.3 in (1,455 mm)
Cargo volume15.4 cu ft (436 l)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l)
All Kia Optima III engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 T-GDI (278 hp) Automatic | 2010–2013 | Gasoline | 278 hp (204 kW) | 269 lb-ft (365 Nm) | Front-wheel drive | |||
| 2.4 GDI (194 hp) Automatic | 2010–2013 | Gasoline | 194 hp (143 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | Front-wheel drive | |||
| 2.0 CVVT 16V (165 hp) | 2011 | Gasoline | 165 hp (121 kW) | 146 lb-ft (198 Nm) | 9.8 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 CVVT 16V (165 hp) Automatic | 2011 | Gasoline | 165 hp (121 kW) | 146 lb-ft (198 Nm) | 10.9 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.4 CVVT (180 hp) | 2011 | Gasoline | 180 hp (132 kW) | 170 lb-ft (231 Nm) | 9.1 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.4 CVVT (180 hp) Automatic | 2011 | Gasoline | 180 hp (132 kW) | 170 lb-ft (231 Nm) | 9.5 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.4 GDI (201 hp) Automatic | 2011–2013 | Gasoline | 201 hp (148 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 9 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.