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Those of you who know this program well would be aware that I am a strong fan of the Kia Optima. It’s classified as a medium sized car and you get a lot for your money.
It looks good.
It has a slopping sedan back not like a hatch back which is almost a station wagon but a lovely long slopping shape that flows along the car. A distinctive style
Does it have the other necessary qualities to go with its looks – let’s ask Brent Davison from the Newcastle Herald and the Illawarra Mercury.
- It was released in 2011 but it looks haven’t dated – there is a few things different
- It’s a big car from the side it looks like a limousine – big boot
- Looks are good
- Australianised the handling
- Inside, less chrome more satin metallic finishes
- The instrument layout simple white-on-black treatment for the dials, switches and digital readouts.
- Engine – Not huge but adequate In-line 4 cyl. DOHC GDI1 D-CVVT2 16 valve
- Capacity (cc) 2,359
- Max power (kW @ rpm) 148 @ 6,300
- Max torque (Nm @ rpm) 250 @ 4,250
Base Model – Si
- Hill start assist
- Front and rear parking sensors with dash display
- Rear view camera with mirror display & parking guidelines
- Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls
- Auto only
SLi
- LED daytime running light (DRL)
- Static cornering lamps
- Leather trim seats†
- 8-way power driver’s seat
- Satellite navigation multimedia system with traffic information (SUNA™)
Platinum
- Blind Spot Detection
- RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
- Smart key with push button start
- 4-way power front passenger’s seat
- Premium exterior highlights (unique grille mesh, lower air intake, rear diffuser)
- Panoramic sunroof (powered)
