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Has released the 2011 Kia Optima Sedan is designed at Kia’s studios in Frankfurt, Germany and Irvine, California, the all-new Kia Optima is longer, wider and lower than the Magentis it replaces and is based on an all-new midsize platform. From the distinctive sweeping chrome accent that stretches through the C-pillars to the sleek greenhouse and flared wheel arches, every inch of the Kia Optima projects a distinguished and refined style and extreme attention to detail
Kia Optima’s roofline connects with its high and pronounced shoulder line that leads to its sculpted flanks and the extended (2795 mm) wheelbase. Boldly flared wheel arches and a steeply sloping rear window create a saloon with a graceful muscular stance. The all-new Optima will offer numerous standard exterior features including dual exhausts, solar glass and indicators on the wing mirrors. Depending on the trim level, fog lights, heated exterior mirrors, exterior chrome or body-colour door handles along with 17-inch alloy wheels and 215/55 R17 tyres will also be available.
Higher trim levels add HID headlights with auto levelling, LED rear lights, unique front grille design, rear lip spoiler, sculpted side sills, aero wiper blades, red brake calipers and 18-inch black machined finish alloy wheels furnished with 225/45 R18 tyres – achieving a true performance look.
Interior shows sporty and luxurious manner. A high console with a short shifter adds to the cockpit ambience, while an optional glass panoramic sunroof will provide an open-air feeling. It is offer Modern standard features such as six-way adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support, illuminated vanity mirrors and a trip computer will further expand the cabin’s luxurious qualities. Stylishly appointed cloth seats provide comfortable seating while a 60/40 split-folding rear seat offers a versatile cargo capacity.
Kia Optima Sedan has a different machine powered on each marketing place. For Western Europe, the new Kia Optima will be available with a choice of 2.0-litre CVVL petrol and 1.7-litre VGT turbo-diesel engines. In Russia and some Eastern European markets it will be offered with a 2.4-litre MPI petrol engine producing 178 ps. All transmissions for the new Kia Optima, both manual and automatic, will have six speeds. Outside Europe, Kia Optima will be available with six all-new Theta II family engines (depending on market), with Kia’s first application of GDI technology and up to 278 ps of power.
