These are standard specifications for the 2016 Kia Optima, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Automatic Sportmatic; Electronically-controlled , 7 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Steel unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 2016 - |
| Price : | MSRP: $218,401-35,790 |
| Introduced At : | 2015 New York International Auto Show |
Engine & Transmission
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Power : | 185 HP (136.16 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 178 Ft-Lbs (241 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 11.3:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Direct Fuel Injection | |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 1596 cc | 97.4 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
| Power : | 178 HP (131.008 KW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Torque : | 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1500 RPM |
| Compression : | 10.0:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
| Inline 4 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L. |
| Power : | 185 HP (136.16 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 178 Ft-Lbs (241 NM) @ 4000 RPM |
| Compression : | 11.3:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Direct Fuel Injection | |
6 Automatic Sportmatic; Electronically-controlled , 7 Automatic
Gear Ratios
| 1st Gear : | 4.212:1 |
| 2nd Gear : | 2.637:1 |
| 3rd Gear : | 1.800:1 |
| 4th Gear : | 1.386:1 |
| 5th Gear : | 1.000:1 |
| 6th Gear : | 0.772:1 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | ENGINE |
|---|---|
| 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 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20151110 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 16V231000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 10, 2015, to February 12, 2016. In these vehicles, a chemical enhancer required for the for the second stage deployment of the driver's frontal air bag was not loaded, resulting in the second stage not deploying in necessitating crashes. |
| Consequence | If the second stage air bag does not deploy it increases the risk of injury or death. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC131. |
| 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 | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20151113 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 16V705000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 13, 2015, to April 23, 2016 and equipped with a 2.4l engine. The right front axle driveshaft may crack and fail. |
| Consequence | If the driveshaft cracks and separates from the vehicle, it will not be able to move forward. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied upon exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front axle driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC139. |
| 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 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
| Mfr Report Date | 20160828 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V007000 |
| Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) has recalled one 2016 Optima vehicle. In this vehicle, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash. |
| Consequence | In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | The affected vehicle was remedied on January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC143. |
| 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
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2016 Kia Optima?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima has a wheelbase size of 110.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima has a length of 191.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima has a width of 73.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Kia Optima have?A: The 2016 Kia Optima has 40.10 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Kia Optima have?A: The 2016 Kia Optima has legroom of 45.40 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2016 Kia Optima cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2016 Kia Optima had an MSRP of $218,401 - $$35,790 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2016 Kia Optima have? A: The 2016 Kia Optima had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 185 HP (136.16 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 178 Ft-Lbs (241 NM) @ 4000 RPM Turbocharged Inline 4 (1596 cc | 97.4 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 178 HP (131.008 KW) @ 5500 RPM and 195 Ft-Lbs (264 NM) @ 1500 RPM Inline 4 (2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 185 HP (136.16 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 178 Ft-Lbs (241 NM) @ 4000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2016 Kia Optima have? A: The 2016 Kia Optima had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Automatic Sportmatic; Electronically-controlled, 7 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima has a wheelbase size of 110.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima has a length of 191.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima has a width of 73.20 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2016 Kia Optima have?A: The 2016 Kia Optima has 40.10 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2016 Kia Optima have?A: The 2016 Kia Optima has legroom of 45.40 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2016 Kia Optima? A: The 2016 Kia Optima was a Sedan.Q: How much did the 2016 Kia Optima cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2016 Kia Optima had an MSRP of $218,401 - $$35,790 (USD).Q: What engines did the 2016 Kia Optima have? A: The 2016 Kia Optima had the following engine options: Inline 4 (2359 cc | 144.0 cu in. | 2.4 L.) with 185 HP (136.16 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 178 Ft-Lbs (241 NM) @ 4000 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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April 2024
65,754
March 2024
69,472
February 2024
59,059
January 2024
51,090
December 2023
60,275
November 2023
58,338
October 2023
59,164
September 2023
67,264
August 2023
72,147
July 2023
70,930
June 2023
70,495
May 2023
71,497