2016 Kia Optima LX
The 2016 Kia Optima LX is a 185-hp inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,140 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 185 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 178 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The Optima measures 191.1 inches long on a 110.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,219 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,140 ($29,981 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,990 ($31,132 *) |
| Destination Charge | $850 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Theta II G4KJ 2.4L GDI DOHC inline-4, Dual-CVVT, naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC 16-valve with Dual-CVVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 88.0 x 97.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.212 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.637 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.8 |
| 4th Gear | 1.386 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.772 |
| Reverse | 3.385 |
| Final Drive | 2.885 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 36 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, multi-link, coil springs, anti-roll bar |
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 ft |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 in |
| Wheels Rear | 16 in |
| Tires Front | 205/65R16 |
| Tires Rear | 205/65R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 191.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in |
| Height | 57.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in |
| Front Track | 63.1 in |
| Rear Track | 63.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,219 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 35.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 58.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars