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The Kia Optima was introduced in 2001 and shared many similarities to the Hyundai Sonata. It had similar styling with a few of the same interior features. Mechanically, they were also very similar.
In 2003, the Optima was give dual headlights and minor designs enhancements. The following year, the grilled was redesigned.
An all-new Optima was introduced in Korea in late 2005. The 2006 North American International Auto Show saw the introduction of this new Optima in production form. The car is offered with three engine options, a four-cylinder in 2.0 and 2.4-liter form that provides 145 and 160 horsepower respectively. The V6 engine provides 185 horsepower. There is a five-speed automatic and manual gearbox.
In 2003, the Optima was give dual headlights and minor designs enhancements. The following year, the grilled was redesigned.
An all-new Optima was introduced in Korea in late 2005. The 2006 North American International Auto Show saw the introduction of this new Optima in production form. The car is offered with three engine options, a four-cylinder in 2.0 and 2.4-liter form that provides 145 and 160 horsepower respectively. The V6 engine provides 185 horsepower. There is a five-speed automatic and manual gearbox.
2002 Kia Optima |
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| Year | 2002 |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Optima |
| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series | 2001 - 2005 |
| Weight | 3157 lbs | 1432 kg |
| Engine [Optional Engines] | |
| Engine Configuration | I |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Aspiration/Induction | Normal |
| Displacement | 2.40 L | 146.4 cu in. | 2399.5 cc. |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Horsepower | 138.00 BHP (101.6 KW) @ 6000.00 RPM |
| Torque | 159.00 Ft-Lbs (215.6 NM) @ 4500.00 RPM |
| HP to Weight Ratio | 22.9 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio) |
| HP / Liter | 57.5 BHP / Liter |
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| Gears | 5 |
| Transmission | Manual |
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