2012 Kia Optima

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2012 Kia Optima

Starting MSRP $19,500–$26,500

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Standard Equipment & Options

Available options may vary. Build this vehicle to price actual configurations.

Standard Equipment Available Options Not Available

 

LX

$19,500

EX

$23,200

EX Turbo

$25,100

SX

$26,500

Body Exterior

Dual exhaust
Heated door mirrors
Turn signal indicator mirrors
Spoiler
Rear cargo:trunk
Number of doors:4
Power door mirrors

Convenience Features

Air conditioning
Automatic temperature control $2,700
Power moonroof $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
Memory seat $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
Speed control $1,500
Power front windows
Remote keyless entry
Heated steering wheel $2,950 $2,950
Tilt steering wheel
Telescoping steering wheel
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $350
Garage door transmitter $350
Navigation system $2,700 $1,400 $1,400 $1,400
Front beverage holders
Rear beverage holders

Entertainment Features

AM/FM radio
CD player
Steering wheel mounted audio controls
MP3 decoder

Speakers

8 $2,700 $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
6

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

High intensity discharge headlights
Fully automatic headlights
Delay-off headlights
Front fog lights
Variably intermittent wipers
Rear window defroster
Reverse sensing system:rear camera only
Tachometer
Compass $350
Outside temperature display
Low tire pressure warning
Trip computer
Electronic instrumentation

Powertrain

Number of valves:16
Fuel tank capacity:18.5gal.
Compressor:intercooled turbo
Cylinder configuration:I-4
Variable valve control
Sequential sport shift $1,500
Mode select transmission $1,500
Recommended fuel:regular unleaded
Drive type:front-wheel

Engine liters

2.4
2.0

Fuel economy city

22mpg
24mpg

Fuel economy highway

34mpg
35mpg

Horsepower

274hp @ 6,000RPM
192hp @ 6,300RPM
200hp @ 6,300RPM

Torque

186 lb.-ft. @ 4,250RPM
181 lb.-ft. @ 4,250RPM
269 lb.-ft. @ 4,500RPM

Transmission

6 speed automatic $1,500
6 speed manual

Safety and Security

Stability control
Security system
Immobilizer
Panic alarm
Occupant sensing airbag
Traction control
Dual front side impact airbags
Dual front impact airbags
Brake assist
ABS brakes
Overhead airbag

Seats and Trim

Heated rear seats $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
Leather upholstery $3,300
Rear seat center armrest
Split folding rear seat
Rear seats:bench
Front center armrest
Ventilated front seats $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
Heated front seats $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
Power passenger seat $2,950 $2,950 $2,950
Power driver seat $600
Front seats:bucket
Max. seating capacity:5

Suspension/Handling

Four wheel independent suspension
Alloy wheels $1,500
Speed-sensing steering
Power steering

Front tires

205/65HR16.0 BSW
215/55HR17.0 BSW
215/55VR17.0 BSW
225/45VR18.0 BSW

Rear tires

215/55HR17.0 BSW
205/65HR16.0 BSW
225/45VR18.0 BSW
215/55VR17.0 BSW

Warranty

Basic warranty:60 months/60,000miles
Roadside assistance coverage:60 months/60,000miles
Corrosion perforation warranty:60 months/100,000miles
Powertrain warranty:120 months/100,000miles

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