2019 Kia Optima LX
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- Photo: 2016 Kia Optima LX Plus in Snow White Pearl, front left, 2024-09-06 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2016 Kia Optima LX Plus in Snow White Pearl, rear left, 2024-09-06 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Kia Optima (JF) Interior by Milhouse35, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2019 Kia Optima LX is a 185-hp inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,900 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 35 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The Optima measures 191.1 inches long on a 110.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,230 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,900 |
| MSRP with Destination | $23,825 |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| 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 | 35 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 | 3,230 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 |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (9.8 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Kia OPTIMA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 19, 2019 · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Optima vehicles equipped with Gamma 1.6L Turbo-GDI or Theta II 2.0L Turbo-GDI engines. A software error in the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system may cause the braking assist function to not engage when a stationary vehicle is detected.
Consequence: Improper intervention of the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the FCA software, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC179.
NHTSA campaign 19V539000
212 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2019 Kia OPTIMA
Owner Complaints
212 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Kia OPTIMA (20 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 11 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 92 |
| Unknown Or Other | 43 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 36 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 17 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2019 KIA OPTIMA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.