2012 Kia Optima REVIEW - The 2012 Kia Optima is a midsize sedan and is available in two models, LX and EX. Both models are available with either a four cylinder or a six cylinder engine. Both are powered by a 2.4 Liter engine that is rated at 162 horsepower. The entry level LX model is equipped with a five speed manual transmission. The EX model derives its power from a 2.7 Liter V6 engine which is rated at 185 horsepower mated to a five speed automatic transmission. The Optima achieves a speed of 60 miles per hour in 9.2 seconds. The fuel economy ratings of the Optima equipped with the 2.4 Liter engine are 24 miles per gallon on city streets and 34 miles per gallon on the highway. The fuel economy ratings of the Optima equipped with the V6 engine are 22 miles per gallon on city streets and 30 miles per gallon on the highway.
Sunday, 26 February 2012
2012 Kia Optima REVIEW
The 2012 Optima LX model is equipped with 16 inch tires, heated mirrors, the driver's seat can be adjusted according to the height of the driver, air conditioning, a music system equipped with a CD player and six speakers. Optional equipment on the 2012 Optima LX model, are floor mats, keyless entry, cruise control and a steering wheel that has a telescoping facility and music system controls. LX also gets a convenience equipment package, which adds, a powered passenger seat, heated front seats, adjustable pedals and a rear window sunshade. The 2012 Optima EX model is equipped with chrome door handles, temperatures inside the vehicle are controlled automatically, an expensive music system that is equipped with a CD player located in the dashboard and speakers manufactured by Infinity, a steering wheel wrapped in leather and fog lights
