2012 Kia Optima Summary

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2012 Kia Optima

Starting MSRP $19,500–$26,500

MPG City: 22 – 24 Highway: 34 – 35

Available Engines

200-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
192-hp, 2.4-liter I-4 (regular gas)
274-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.5) 76 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

•	More standard features for 2012
•	Choice of two four-cylinders, including a 274-hp turbo engine
•	Available hybrid version
•	Available heated and cooled seats, heated steering wheel
•	Available voice-recognition audio system

What We Like

•	Sharp styling
•	Richly appointed cabin
•	Roomy trunk
•	Standard USB/iPod integration
•	Gas mileage
•	Brake-pedal feel

What We Don't

•	Backseat headroom
•	Front seats need more cushioning
•	Manual transmission not offered with turbo four-cylinder
•	Some options unavailable together
•	Folding backseat leaves small pass-through

Kia has transformed its Optima family sedan from a plain, forgettable entry to one of the most distinctively styled cars in the class. Three trim levels are available — LX, EX and SX — and the five-seat Optima competes against cars like the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. It's also offered in hybrid form.

4 Available Optima Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

Standard Equipment & Options

	Engine	MPG	MSRP	Invoice
LX 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	24/35	$19,500	$19,095
EX 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	24/35	$23,200	$21,675
EX Turbo 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	22/34	$25,100	$23,455
SX 4dr Sedan See Specs \| Price with Options	4 cyl	22/34	$26,500	$24,760
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