2016 Kia Optima Hybrid Base
The 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid Base is a 199-hp 2.4-liter with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,995 MSRP and is rated at 37 mpg combined.
It makes 199 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 235 lb-ft of torque at 1000-2500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 35 mpg city and 38 mpg highway (37 mpg combined).
The Optima Hybrid measures 190.7 inches long on a 110.0-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,995 ($35,202 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,845 ($36,353 *) |
| Destination Charge | $850 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L MPI HEV, aluminum block and head |
| Displacement | 2.359 L |
| Horsepower | 199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft @ 1000-2500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, four valves/cylinder with CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.0 mm / 97.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0 : 1 |
| Injection Type | Multi-Point Injection (MPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Final Drive | 3.32 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 35 MPG |
| Highway | 38 MPG |
| Combined | 37 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 17.2 gal |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | AHB (Active hydraulic boost) System, ESC, HAC standard |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.7 in |
| Width | 72.05 in |
| Height | 57.08 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.04 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.12 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.78 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.96 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.47 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.65 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.28 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.71 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.65 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.49 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars