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2020 Kia Optima price and specs
Kia’s mid-sized family sedan will soon be withdrawn from Australia. Pricing kicks off at $33,390 before on-road costs, with a choice of just two trim levels.
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2001 Kia Optima
The new Kia Optima is a medium-sized car offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $24,990 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $28,490 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the Optima available in Australia.
The Kia Optima is only available with an null motor that produces 127kW and 230Nm of torque. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2001 Optima is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$24,990 - $28,490†
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
N/A
Retail Price
$24,990 - $28,490†
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
N/A
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Kia Optima
Kia Optima
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2001 Kia Optima
Available Variants
The Kia Optima comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Power to Weight
67.37 - 67.91 kW/t
64.34 kW/t
102.87 kW/t
Boot Space
351 litres
351 litres
528 litres
Price
$24,990 - $28,490
$24,990
$68,300
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
60,000 km
Unlimited
Kia Optima
Dimensions
4,720 mm
1,815 mm
1,410 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,720 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,815 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,400 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Optima is the Base that starts from $24,990.
See all Kia Optima PricingThe most expensive Kia Optima is the Base that starts from $28,490.
See all Kia Optima PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Optima is offered by the Base which can tow 1650 kg
See all Kia Optima towing capacityThe largest Kia Optima is the Base which measures 1815mm wide, 4720mm in length and sits 1410mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Optima is the Base which has 127kW of power from its 2.5L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Kia Optima is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Optima is the Base which weighs null kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Optima uses Unleaded.
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