These are standard specifications for the 2014 Kia Optima, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Automatic Lock-up torque converter
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 2011 - 2015 |
| Weight : | 3496 lbs | 1585.759 kg |
| Introduced At : | 2013 New York International Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Power : | 159 HP (117.024 KW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 4500 RPM |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Multi Point Fuel Injection | |
6 Automatic Lock-up torque converter
Handling
Safety
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 2014 Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | |
| Frontal driver : |  |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : |  |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover: 9.6% |
| 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | |
| Frontal driver : | |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover: 9.6% |
Recall
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V331000 |
| Summary | Kia 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. |
| Consequence | An electrical short in the HECU increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving. |
| Remedy | Owners 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. |
| Notes | Owners 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 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V093000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-33-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC228. |
| Notes | Owners 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 ID | 20V519000 |
| Summary | Kia 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. |
| Consequence | If the HECU short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire. |
| Remedy | Kia 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. |
| Notes | Owners 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 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20100812 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V907000 |
| Summary | Kia 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. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Kia 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. |
| Notes | Owners 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 AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20100812 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V224000 |
| Summary | Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. |
| Consequence | Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147. |
| Notes | Owners 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 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20121115 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V100000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment. |
| Consequence | If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify Owners, and Dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC187. |
| Notes | Owners 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. |
Data updated January 2023
2014 Averages
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.30 |
| Total Car Production : | 11,660,699 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2014 Kia Optima?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima has a wheelbase size of 110.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima has a length of 190.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima has a width of 72.10 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2014 Kia Optima have?A: The 2014 Kia Optima has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2014 Kia Optima have?A: The 2014 Kia Optima has legroom of 45.50 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima was a Sedan.Q: What engine did the 2014 Kia Optima have? A: The engine powering the 2014 Kia Optima was a Inline 4 (2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 159 HP (117.024 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 4500 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2014 Kia Optima have? A: The 2014 Kia Optima had a 6 speed Automatic Lock-up torque converter gearbox.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima has a wheelbase size of 110.00 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima has a length of 190.70 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima has a width of 72.10 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2014 Kia Optima have?A: The 2014 Kia Optima has 40.00 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2014 Kia Optima have?A: The 2014 Kia Optima has legroom of 45.50 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2014 Kia Optima? A: The 2014 Kia Optima was a Sedan.Q: What engine did the 2014 Kia Optima have? A: The engine powering the 2014 Kia Optima was a Inline 4 (2400 cc | 146.5 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 159 HP (117.024 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 154 Ft-Lbs (209 NM) @ 4500 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2014 Kia Optima have? A: The 2014 Kia Optima had a 6 speed Automatic Lock-up torque converter gearbox. Similarly Sized Vehicles
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