About the Kia Optima
The new Kia Optima is a medium-sized car offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $33,390 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the SI variant and topping out at $44,490 for the GT.
There are 2 variants of the Optima available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.0L turbo petrol direct injection (180kW/350Nm) and 2.4L petrol direct injection (138kW/241Nm). All variants feature 6-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2020 Optima is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2022 Kia Optima Price
Si
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.4L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $33,390 |
GT
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $43,290 |
| 2.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | $44,490 |
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2022 Kia Optima Fuel Economy
| Kia Optima | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 8.3 L/100km |
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Kia Optima FAQs
The cheapest Kia Optima is the Si that starts from $33,390.
The most expensive Kia Optima is the GT that starts from $44,490.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Optima is offered by the Si which can tow 1700 kg
The largest Kia Optima is the Si which measures 1860mm wide, 4855mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Optima is the GT which has 180kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection engine.
The Kia Optima is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Optima is the GT which weighs 2120 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Optima uses Unleaded.