Compare 2002 Kia Optima specifications by trim levels
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Optima is a 5-seat Sedan from Kia, which first hit the market back in 2001.
With the price tag ranging from $14,899 to $18,849, the Kia Optima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Regal.
The Kia Optima has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Kia Optima boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 24 to 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 71.50mm x 185.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2002 Kia Optima
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Fuel Tank: 17.2 gal
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Wheelbase: 106.3 in
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MPG: 21 city/28 hwy
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0-60 mph: 8.95 sec
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 3157 lbs
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Tires: P195/70SR14.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 13 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 185.9 x 71.5 x 55.5
2002 Kia Optima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Optima is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Kia Optima safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Kia Optima specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 149 hp @ 6000 –
178 hp @ 6000 -
Torque 159 lb-ft. –
181 lb-ft. -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.45 - 8.95 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.6 - 17.1 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 185.9 in
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Width 71.5 in
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Height 55.5 in
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Wheelbase 106.3 in
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Curb Weight 3157 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 100
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 17.2 gal
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City 18 - 21 mpg
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Combined 21 - 25 mpg
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Highway 24 - 28 mpg
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Highway range 412.8 - 481.6 mi
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Specifications 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 185.90 in | 185.90 in | 185.90 in | 185.90 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 71.50 in | 71.50 in | 71.50 in | 71.50 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 55.50 in | 55.50 in | 55.50 in | 55.50 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 149 | 178 | 149 | 178 |
| Torque | |||
| 159 | 181 | 159 | 181 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 21 mpg | 18 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 28 mpg | 24 mpg | 28 mpg | 24 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 8.95 seconds | 7.45 seconds | 8.95 seconds | 7.45 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 17.10 seconds | 15.60 seconds | 17.05 seconds | 15.60 seconds |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.41/3.94 " | 3.41/2.95 " | 3.41/3.94 " | 3.41/2.95 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3157.00 lbs | 3190.00 lbs | 3157.00 lbs | 3190.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 106.30 in | 106.30 in | 106.30 in | 106.30 in |
| Front track | |||
| 60.60 " | 60.60 " | 60.60 " | 60.60 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 59.80 " | 59.80 " | 59.80 " | 59.80 " |
| Front legroom | |||
| 43.30 in | 43.30 in | 43.30 in | 43.30 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 36.20 in | 36.20 in | 36.20 in | 36.20 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 39.00 in | 39.00 in | 39.00 in | 39.00 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37.60 in | 37.60 in | 37.60 in | 37.60 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 55.80 in | 55.80 in | 55.80 in | 55.80 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 54.40 in | 54.40 in | 54.40 in | 54.40 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 56.90 in | 56.90 in | 56.90 in | 56.90 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 55.70 in | 55.70 in | 55.70 in | 55.70 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. | 13.00 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 100 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 17.20 gal. | 17.20 gal. | 17.20 gal. | 17.20 gal. |
Interior Features 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | |||
| 2881 | 2881 | – | – |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Exterior Features 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| 3393 | 3393 | 3395 | 3395 |
| Body material | |||
| 3406 | 3406 | 3406 | 3406 |
| Paint | |||
| 3412 | 3412 | 3412 | 3412 |
| Grille trim | |||
| 3433 | 3433 | 3433 | 3433 |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| 3459 | 3459 | 3459 | 3459 |
| Tinted windows | |||
| 3461 | 3461 | 3461 | 3461 |
| Rear window type | |||
| 3462 | 3462 | 3462 | 3462 |
| Mirrors | |||
| 3470 | 3470 | 3470 | 3470 |
| Front tires | |||
| P195/70SR14.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 14" steel | 15" silver alloy | 15" silver alloy | 15" silver alloy |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| 3488 | 3488 | 3488 | 3488 |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| 3496 | 3496 | 3496 | 3496 |
| Bodyside mouldings | |||
| 3793 | 3793 | 3793 | 3793 |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| 3445 | 3445 | – | – |
| Heated door mirrors | |||
| 3479 | 3479 | – | – |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular power sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Bodyside insert | |||
| 4070 | 4070 | – | – |
Seats 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| 2989 | 2989 | 2989 | 2989 |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 3004 | 3004 | 3003 | 3003 |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 3012 | 3012 | 3012 | 3012 |
| Lumbar support | |||
| 3018 | 3018 | 3018 | 3018 |
| Front armrests | |||
| 3021 | 3021 | 3021 | 3021 |
| Front head restraints | |||
| 3026 | 3026 | 3027 | 3027 |
| Rear seats | |||
| 3051 | 3051 | 3051 | 3051 |
| Rear armrest | |||
| 3072 | 3072 | 3072 | 3072 |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3080 | 3080 | 3080 | 3080 |
| Seat trim | |||
| 3092 | 3092 | 3110 | 3110 |
Entertainment System 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Speakers | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Safety and Security Features 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| 3214 | 3214 | 3214 | 3214 |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| 3220 | 3220 | 3220 | 3220 |
| Occupancy sensor | |||
| 3240 | 3240 | 3240 | 3240 |
| Height adjustable seatbelts | |||
| 3244 | 3244 | 3244 | 3244 |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| 3248 | 3248 | 3248 | 3248 |
| Headlights | |||
| 3250 | 3250 | 3250 | 3250 |
| Daytime running lights | |||
| 3271 | 3271 | 3271 | 3271 |
| Door locks | |||
| 3282 | 3282 | 3282 | 3282 |
| First aid kit | |||
| 3788 | 3788 | 3788 | 3788 |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 2 | 2 | – | – |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| 3274 | 3274 | – | – |
| Content theft deterrent alarm system | |||
| 3286 | 3286 | – | – |
Mechanical Features 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 4757 | 4769 | 4757 | 4769 |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| 3500 | 3500 | 3500 | 3500 |
| Brakes | |||
| 3515 | 3509 | 3515 | 3509 |
| Drive type | |||
| 3529 | 3529 | 3529 | 3529 |
| Exhaust | |||
| 3541 | 3541 | 3541 | 3541 |
| Steering | |||
| 3544 | 3544 | 3544 | 3544 |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| 3562 | 3562 | 3562 | 3562 |
| Front suspension type | |||
| 3568 | 3568 | 3568 | 3568 |
| Front anti-roll bar | |||
| 3577 | 3577 | 3577 | 3577 |
| Front shocks | |||
| 3586 | 3586 | 3586 | 3586 |
| Front springs | |||
| 3602 | 3602 | 3602 | 3602 |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| 3613 | 3613 | 3613 | 3613 |
| Rear anti-roll bar | |||
| 3620 | 3620 | 3620 | 3620 |
| Rear shocks | |||
| 3629 | 3629 | 3629 | 3629 |
| Rear springs | |||
| 3646 | 3646 | 3646 | 3646 |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.88 | 3.77 | 3.88 | 3.77 |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 3517 | 3517 | – | – |
| Sequential shift control | |||
| 3708 | 3708 | – | – |
| Speed sensitive steering | |||
| 3551 | 3551 | – | – |
Other Specs 
LX 4dr Sedan |
LX V6 4dr Sedan |
SE 4dr Sedan |
SE V6 4dr Sedan |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6000 | 6000 | 6000 | 6000 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4500 | 4000 | 4500 | 4000 |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |