2015 Kia Optima Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2015 Kia Optima, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Engine Location : Front
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Body / Chassis : Steel unibody
Production Years for Series : 2011 - 2015
Price : MSRP: $21,650-35,500
Introduced At : 2010 New York International Auto Show
Inline 4
Displacement : 2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L.
Power : 192 HP (141.312 KW) @ 6300 RPM
Torque :181 Ft-Lbs (245 NM) @ 4250 RPM
Valvetrain : 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Construction : Aluminum block and head
Turbocharged Inline 4
Displacement : 1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L.
Power : 274 HP (201.664 KW) @ 6000 RPM
Torque :269 Ft-Lbs (365 NM) @ 1650 RPM
Valvetrain : 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Construction : Aluminum block and head
Transmission:
6 Automatic Sportmatic; electronically controlled

1st Gear : 4.21:1
2nd Gear : 2.64:1
3rd Gear : 1.80:1
4th Gear : 1.39:1
5th Gear : 1.00:1
6th Gear : 0.77:1
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
2015 Kia Optima 4 DR FWD
Frontal driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Frontal passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side rear passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating 9.6%
2015 Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD
Frontal driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Frontal passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side driver : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Side rear passenger : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : NHTSA Safety data vehicle rating 9.6%

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

NHTSA Campaign ID23V652000
SummaryKia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
ConsequenceAn engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
RemedyOwners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. The first owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Kia will continue a phased mailing as the remedy becomes available for different makes and model vehicles. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

NHTSA Campaign ID21V331000
SummaryKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
ConsequenceAn electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.
RemedyOwners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will install a new multi-fuse, and inspect the HECU for leaks, replacing the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 2, 2021. This recall supersedes previous NHTSA recall number 20V-519. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC212.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

NHTSA Campaign ID20V519000
SummaryKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short.
ConsequenceIf the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.
RemedyKia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for leaking brake fluid and replace the HECU if necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from other vehicles and structures until the recall repair is completed. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC197.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Component

ENGINE

Manufacturer

Kia Motors America

Mfr Report Date20100812
NHTSA Campaign ID18V907000
SummaryKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
ConsequenceA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
RemedyKia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
NotesOwners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
2015 Averages
Avg. Gallon of Gas : $2.71
Total Car Production : 12,100,095

For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.

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Q: What engines did the 2015 Kia Optima have? A: The 2015 Kia Optima had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 192 HP (141.312 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 181 Ft-Lbs (245 NM) @ 4250 RPM
  • Turbocharged Inline 4 (1998 cc | 121.9 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 274 HP (201.664 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 269 Ft-Lbs (365 NM) @ 1650 RPM
  • Q: What transmission did the 2015 Kia Optima have? A: The 2015 Kia Optima had a 6 speed Automatic Sportmatic; electronically controlled gearbox.

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