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Compare 2005 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 $16,195 to $20,195, the Kia Optima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Regal.

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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 27 to 30 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 71.50mm x 185.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2005 Kia Optima

  • Fuel Tank: 17.2 gal

  • Wheelbase: 106.3 in

  • MPG: 23 city/30 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9.4 sec

  • Towing: 2000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 2000 lbs

  • Curb: 3281 lbs

  • Tires: P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 13.6 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 185.8 x 71.5 x 55.5



2005 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

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Sedan

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 138 hp @ 5500 –
      170 hp @ 6000

    • Torque 147 lb-ft. –
      181 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.8 - 10.4 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.5 - 17.6 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 185.8 in

    • Width 71.5 in

    • Height 55.5 in

    • Wheelbase 106.3 in

    • Curb Weight 3281 lbs

    • Towing capacity 2000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.1 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 100

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 17.2 gal

    • City 20 - 23 mpg

    • Combined 24 - 27 mpg

    • Highway 27 - 30 mpg

    • Highway range 464.4 - 516 mi



Specifications

LX 4dr Sedan

LX V6 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX V6 4dr Sedan
Exterior length
185.80 in 185.80 in 185.80 in 185.80 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
138 170 138 170
Torque
147 181 147 181
Fuel economy - city
23 mpg 20 mpg 22 mpg 20 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
30 mpg 27 mpg 30 mpg 27 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.40 seconds 8.80 seconds 10.40 seconds 8.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.30 seconds 16.50 seconds 17.60 seconds 16.50 seconds
1/4 mile speed
83 mph 87 mph 80 mph 87 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.90 0.80 0.90
Slalom speed
59 mph 60 mph 59 mph 60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.41/3.94 " 3.41/2.95 " 3.41/3.94 " 3.41/2.95 "
Curb weight
3281.00 lbs 3279.00 lbs 3301.00 lbs 3279.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
2000.00 lbs. 2000.00 lbs. 2000.00 lbs. 2000.00 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 "
Turning radius
17.10 17.10 17.10 17.10
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
13.60 cu.ft. 13.60 cu.ft. 13.60 cu.ft. 13.60 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
13.60 cu.ft. 13.60 cu.ft. 13.60 cu.ft. 13.60 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

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 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

EX 4dr Sedan

EX V6 4dr Sedan
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS
Wheels
15" steel 16" silver aluminum 15" silver aluminum 16" silver aluminum
Sunroof
1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open sliding and tilting glass – –

Seats

LX 4dr Sedan

LX V6 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX V6 4dr Sedan
Front seat type
2989 2989 2989 2989
Standard seating
5 5 5 5
Front driver seat direction controls
3002 3002 3005 3005
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

EX 4dr Sedan

EX V6 4dr Sedan
Speakers
6 6 6 6

Safety and Security Features

LX 4dr Sedan

LX V6 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX 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
3283 3283 3283 3283
Exterior light control
3264 3264 – –
Door curb lights
2 2 – –
Illuminated entry
3273 3273 – –
Remote keyless entry
3274 3274 – –
Panic alarm
3280 3280 – –
Content theft deterrent alarm system
3286 3286 – –

Mechanical Features

LX 4dr Sedan

LX V6 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX V6 4dr Sedan
Axle ratio
3.88 3.77 3.77 3.77

Other Specs

LX 4dr Sedan

LX V6 4dr Sedan

EX 4dr Sedan

EX V6 4dr Sedan
Horsepower rpm
5500 6000 5500 6000
Torque rpm
3000 4000 3000 4000
Maximum towing capacity
2000 lbs. 2000 lbs. 2000 lbs. 2000 lbs.