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The completely redesigned Optima, named the '''Kia K5''' in the South Korean and China market, made its world debut at the 2010 [[New York Auto Show]]. It features a much sleeker, sportier profile designed by new Kia design chief [[Peter Schreyer]], following the new design language featured on the [[Kia Forte]], [[Kia Sorento]], and upcoming [[Kia Sportage]] and [[Kia Cadenza]] — and using Kia's new corporate grille, known as the [[Kia Motors#Design emphasis|Tiger Nose]], also designed by Schreyer. Lead designer of the TF in the team of Peter Schreyer and Miklos Kovacs was the Italian Davide Limongelli. For the first time, this model will be using the Optima name worldwide, where the Magentis name had been used previously. |
The completely redesigned Optima, named the '''Kia K5''' in the South Korean and China market, made its world debut at the 2010 [[New York Auto Show]]. It features a much sleeker, sportier profile designed by new Kia design chief [[Peter Schreyer]], following the new design language featured on the [[Kia Forte]], [[Kia Sorento]], and upcoming [[Kia Sportage]] and [[Kia Cadenza]] — and using Kia's new corporate grille, known as the [[Kia Motors#Design emphasis|Tiger Nose]], also designed by Schreyer. Lead designer of the TF in the team of Peter Schreyer and Miklos Kovacs was the Italian Davide Limongelli. For the first time, this model will be using the Optima name worldwide, where the Magentis name had been used previously<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.caradvice.com.au/129643/kia-optima-wins-design-award-at-the-australian-international-design-awards |title=Kia Optima wins Design Award at the Australian International Design Awards |publisher=Caradvice.com.au |date=2011 |accessdate=2011-07-25}}</ref>. |
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Revision as of 01:05, 18 April 2012
| Kia Optima | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai (2000–2005) Kia Motors (2005–present) |
| Production | 2000–present |
| Assembly | Hwasung Plant, Hwasung, South Korea |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front engine, front wheel-drive |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Kia Credos |
The Kia Optima is a mid-size four-door sedan manufactured by Kia Motors since 2000 and marketed globally through various nameplates. First generation cars were mostly marketed as the Optima, although the Kia Magentis name was used in Europe and Canada when sales began there in 2002. For the second generation models, Kia used the Kia Lotze & Kia K5 name for the South Korean market, and the Magentis name globally, except in the United States and Malaysia where the Optima name was retained. The Optima name is now going to be used for all markets except China, where they will use the South Korean market name.
First generation (MS; 2000–2005)
| First generation (MS) | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Also called | Kia Magentis (Europe) Kia Optima Regal (KDM Facelift) |
| Production | 2000–2005 |
| Assembly | Hwasung Plant, Hwasung, South Korea Yangcheng Plant, Jiangsu, China[citation needed] Kaliningrad, Russia[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Hyundai Sonata (EF) Hyundai Santa Fe (SM) Hyundai Trajet |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.4 L Sirius II I4, 149 hp 2.5 L Delta V6 2.7 L Delta V6, 138 kW (185 hp) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (110 in) |
| Length | 4,745 mm (186.8 in) |
| Width | 2000–2005:1,815 mm (71.5 in) 2002–2005:1,820 mm (72 in) |
| Height | 1,420 mm (56 in) |
From 2000-2005 Optimas were a rebadged variant of the Hyundai Sonata, differing only from the Sonata in minor exterior styling details and equipment content.
In 2010, Subaru started a viral marketing campaign using a 2001-2002 Kia Optima dressed up as the "2011 Mediocrity", in order to "promote" a generic mid-size car with nothing special about it. It is being used in comparison to Subaru's real mid-size offering, the Subaru Legacy.[2][3][4] All of the Kia badges were removed from the "2011 Mediocrity".
Update
The 2002 Optima received a minor update. The Optima Regal was a luxurious version of Kia Optima sold in South Korea. American models did not wear the Kia logo on the grille, but the Kia logo was used in the grille for Canada. The grille was redesigned for the United States in 2003 (2004 model year) to feature the Kia badge, and the headlamps were restyled for 2004 (2005 model year).
Total U.S. sales
| Calendar Year | Sales |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 97 |
| 2001 | 25,912 |
| 2002 | 26,793 |
| 2003 | 34,681 |
| 2004 | 53,492 |
| 2005 | 41,349 |
| 2006 | 38,408 |
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2003 Kia Optima (US) -
2003 Kia Magentis (Canada) -
2005–2006 Kia Optima (US)
Second generation (MG; 2005–2010)
| Second generation (MG) | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Kia Magentis (Europe, Canada, Australia, Brazil) Kia Lotze (South Korea) Kia Lotze Advance (KDM Model Year) Kia Lotze Innovation (KDM Facelift) |
| Production | 2005–2010 |
| Assembly | Hwasung Plant, Hwasung, South Korea Kaliningrad, Russia[5] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Grandeur/Azera Kia Carens/Rondo |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0L Beta II 145 hp (108 kW) I4 petrol 2.4L Theta II 175 hp (130 kW) I4 petrol 2.7L Mu V6 194 hp (145 kW) petrol 2.0L CRDI VGT 140 hp (104 kW) I4 diesel |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual 5-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm (107 in) |
| Length | 2005–2008: 4,755 mm (187.2 in) 2008–2010:4,810 mm (189 in) |
| Width | 1,820 mm (72 in) |
| Height | 1,480 mm (58 in) |
The second generation Optima, known as the Kia Magentis globally except the United States and Malaysia, and as the Kia Lotze in South Korea, was launched in South Korea in November 2005. This generation differed further from the Hyundai Sonata donor vehicle than the previous model. Unlike the previous Optima though, this vehicle uses a global platform, unique to Kia, designated "MG". The car continues to be built in South Korea and shares its 2.4 litre inline-four engine, five-speed Sportmatic automatic or five-speed manual transmission with the Sonata.
The Optima received a crash test rating of five stars from the NHTSA,[6] and four stars from EuroNCAP.[7]
Update
The Optima was revised and updated in 2008, debuting at the New York International Auto Show (as a 2009 model year). This update features new front-end styling and tail lamps. The design of the updated Optima was penned under the guidance of Peter Schreyer, Kia's chief design officer, and also former chief designer for Audi and Volkswagen. In addition to the revised exterior, length is also slightly increased by roughly 70 millimetres (2.8 in) to approximate 4,800 millimetres (190 in) long. There is also a new engine and the interior has also been revised.[8] Main changes in the interior are a redesigned instrument cluster and a Sirius Satellite Radio/AM/FM/MP3/CD with an auxiliary jack. In certain markets, the option of satellite navigation is offered.
The new Theta II 2.4 litre inline-four engine employs dual continuously variable valve timing (CVVT) and a variable intake system (VIS) to increase power to 131 kilowatts (176 hp) while returning improved fuel consumption over its predecessor. Torque is rated at 229 newton-metres (169 lbf⋅ft) there is 2.0L for other markets middle east etc. a 2.0L 4cyl with 5 manual or 4 automatic gearbox with power 164 hp (122 kW) at 6200 rpm and 197 N⋅m (145 lb⋅ft) torque takes it from 0–100 km/h(0-60 mph) in 9.2sec for manual and 10.1 for auto with top speed up to 208 km/h (129 mph) outside the US. The 2.7 litre V6 has few changes to the previous model, though power is increased to 144 kilowatts (193 hp), and torque to 249 newton-metres (184 lbf⋅ft) with standard 5speed automatic takes it from 0-60 mph (97 km/h) in 8.9sec with top speed up to 220 km/h (137 mph). A five-speed manual transmission is standard in the base model, and a five-speed automatic is included with mid- and high-end levels (or as an option in the base model).
2010 models see the addition of a Proximity Key with Push-Button Start and paddle shifters on SX models.
Third generation (TF; 2011)
| Third generation (TF) | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Kia K5 (South Korea, China, Indonesia) Kia Optima K5 (Malaysia) |
| Production | 2010-present |
| Assembly | West Point, Georgia, USA[9] Hwasung Plant, Hwasung, South Korea Oskemen, Kazakhstan (Azia Avto) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Hyundai Sonata (YF) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 1.7 L U2 I4 CRDi turbo diesel 136hp 2.0 L Theta II I4 163hp 2.0 L Theta II I4 (turbo) 274hp 2.4 L Theta II I4 178hp 2.4 L Theta II GDI I4 200hp |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic 6-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,795 mm (110.0 in) |
| Length | 4,845 mm (190.7 in) |
| Width | 1,835 mm (72.2 in) |
| Height | 1,455 mm (57.3 in) |
The completely redesigned Optima, named the Kia K5 in the South Korean and China market, made its world debut at the 2010 New York Auto Show. It features a much sleeker, sportier profile designed by new Kia design chief Peter Schreyer, following the new design language featured on the Kia Forte, Kia Sorento, and upcoming Kia Sportage and Kia Cadenza — and using Kia's new corporate grille, known as the Tiger Nose, also designed by Schreyer. Lead designer of the TF in the team of Peter Schreyer and Miklos Kovacs was the Italian Davide Limongelli. For the first time, this model will be using the Optima name worldwide, where the Magentis name had been used previously[10].
As with its Hyundai Sonata sibling, the Optima's lineup has been replaced with a universal GDI 2.4 liter 4-cylinder engine, either mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission with Eco dash display, or to a 6-speed manual transmission that is only standard on the LX model. Sales began in Fall 2010. The new K5 was released in the South Korean market on April 29, 2010.
The new Optima retains its trim lines of the base LX, upscale EX, and sporty SX models. Standard equipment includes safety features such as electronic stability control (ESC) and ABS brakes, as well as Sirius Satellite Radio, cooled glove box, iPod connectivity, and handsfree Bluetooth phone operation. EX model options include Kia's new UVO infotainment system by Microsoft, integrated backup camera, and Proximity Key with Push-Button Start. A panoramic moonroof, heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats and a navigation system are also available. SX models add a rear spoiler, metal pedals, black hybrid metal and carbon insert trim, paddle shifters, and illuminated scuff plates.
A Hybrid model and a Turbo model have already been released. In addition, a wagon version will hit European markets, and two-door coupe version may arrive in the U.S. at a later date.[11] The turbo model will have the same powertrain as the Hyundai Sonata 2.0T. [12] The turbocharged model will have 274 hp (204 kW) and 269 lb⋅ft (365 N⋅m) of torque in the North American model.[13] The car is estimated to obtain 34 mpg‑US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg‑imp) on the highway.[14]
Engines
| Model | Engine type | Power, torque@rpm | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel engines | |||
| 1.7 CRDi | 1,685 cc (102.8 cu in) I4 U2 | 136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 4000 rpm 33.7 kg⋅m (330 N⋅m; 244 lbf⋅ft) @ 2000-2500 rpm |
Europe |
| Petrol engines | |||
| 2.0 MPI | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 Theta II | 165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp) @ 6200 rpm 20.2 kg⋅m (198 N⋅m; 146 lbf⋅ft) @ 4600 rpm |
Europe |
| 2.4 MPI | 2,359 cc (144.0 cu in) I4 Theta II | 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) @ 6000 rpm 23.6 kg⋅m (231 N⋅m; 171 lbf⋅ft) @ 4000 rpm |
Europe and Middle East |
| 2.0L Turbo | 1,998 cc (121.9 cu in) I4 turbo Theta II | 274 hp (204 kW; 278 PS) @ 6000 rpm 269 lbf⋅ft (365 N⋅m) @ 1750 rpm |
North America |
| 2.4L GDI | 2,359 cc (144.0 cu in) I4 Theta II | 200 hp (149 kW; 203 PS) @ 6300 rpm 186 lbf⋅ft (252 N⋅m) @ 4250 rpm |
North America, Australia |
Hybrid version
The 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid was unveiled at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show, and was launched in the U.S. market in November 2011. During its first month in the market sold 524 units.[16] Considering cumulative sales in the U.S. market through December 2011, with 19,672 units sold, together the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and the Kia Optima Hybrid ranked second in hybrid sales for calendar year 2011, after the Toyota Prius.[17]
The Optima Hybrid uses the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid powertrain, combining a 2.4-liter engine with a six-speed automatic transmission, and a 30kW electric motor and lightweight lithium polymer batteries to produce a full gasoline-electric hybrid with an estimated 37 miles per US gallon (6.4 L/100 km; 44 mpg‑imp) city and 39 miles per US gallon (6.0 L/100 km; 47 mpg‑imp) highway.[18] Korean and European markets will get the Optima Hybrid with a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine.[19]
There are no externally apparent features that differentiate it from the Kia Optima except for the hybrid badge, different wheel discs, a lowered ride height by approximately 1 inch, and special light platinum graphite paint color. It also has active cooling vents behind the grille, allowing the car to redirect airflow to the electric motor and its components when the gas engine's heat levels allow (such as when the car is operating in total electric, or before the gas engine is fully warmed up).[citation needed]
See also
References
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- ^ "Mediocrity | The New 2011 Mediocrity Sedan". Subaru.com. Retrieved 2010-10-30.
- ^ Bowman, Zach (2010-10-05). "Subaru launches 2011 Mediocrity marketing campaign [w/video] — Autoblog". Autoblog.com. Retrieved 2010-10-30.
- ^ Fallah, Alborz (2010-10-06). "Subaru 2011 Mediocrity Advertising Campaign | Car Advice | Reviews". Car Advice. Retrieved 2010-10-30.
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- ^ "internationallanding". Kia.com. Retrieved 2009-11-02.
- ^ "Kia Magentis Review". Carpages.co.uk. Retrieved 2009-11-02.
- ^ Redesigned 2009 Kia Optima Debuts in New York March 20, 2008, The Torque Report
- ^ By Chris Shunk RSS feed. "Kia adding optima production line to georgia plant". Autoblog.com. Retrieved 2012-02-25.
- ^ "Kia Optima wins Design Award at the Australian International Design Awards". Caradvice.com.au. 2011. Retrieved 2011-07-25.
- ^ 19 April 2010 (2010-04-19). "Kia to launch Magentis estate". Autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 2010-10-30.
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- ^ a b "Specifications". kia.com. Retrieved 2011-01-06.
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- ^ John O'Dell (2011-12-06). "Hybrid Sales Soar In November". Edmunds.com. Retrieved 2011-12-07.
- ^ "December 2011 Dashboard: Sales Still Climbing". HybridCARS.com. 2012-01-09. Retrieved 2012-01-10.
- ^ "Kia Optima Hybrid Coming in 2011". HybridCars.com. 2010-09-23. Retrieved 2010-09-26.
- ^ Car supermarkets (2011-03-22). "Kia Optima hybrid driven - Car and Car-Buying News - What Car?". Whatcar.com. Retrieved 2012-02-25.