Compare 2015 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 $21,650 to $35,500, the Kia Optima faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chrysler 200, Ford Fusion.
Overview
Wheels
Bulb Size
The Kia Optima has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The maximum width and height is 72.10mm x 190.70mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2015 Kia Optima
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Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal
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Wheelbase: 110 in
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0-60 mph: 7.9 sec
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Ground clearance: 5.1 in
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Engine: 2.4L I-4
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Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
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Curb: 3237 lbs
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Tires: P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 15.4 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 190.7 x 72.1 x 57.1
2015 Kia Optima Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Optima is offered in 5 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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Engine 2.4L I-4,2.0L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 192 hp @ 6300 –
274 hp @ 6000 -
Torque 181 lb-ft. –
269 lb-ft. -
Transmission 6-spd w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.4 - 8 sec
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1/4 mile time 15 - 16.2 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 190.7 in
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Width 72.1 in
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Height 57.1 in
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Wheelbase 110 in
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Curb Weight 3237 lbs
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Towing capacity 2000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5.1 in
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Turning radius 17.9 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 102
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 18.5 gal
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WARRANTY
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Powertrain Warranty 120 months/100,000 miles mths/miles
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Specifications 
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 190.7 " in | 190.7 " in | 190.7 " in | 190.7 " in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 72.1 " in | 72.1 " in | 72.1 " in | 72.1 " in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 57.1 " in | 57.1 " in | 57.1 " in | 57.1 " in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 192 @ 6,300 rpm | 192 @ 6,300 rpm | 192 @ 6,300 rpm | 274 @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | |||
| 181 @ 4,250 rpm | 181 @ 4,250 rpm | 181 @ 4,250 rpm | 269 @ 1,650 rpm |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds | 6.0 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 16.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds | 16.1 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 88 mph | 88 mph | 88 mph | 94 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| .8 | .8 | .8 | .9 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 59 mph | 59 mph | 59 mph | 61 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.46/3.82 " | 3.46/3.82 " | 3.46/3.82 " | 3.39/3.39 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3,237 lbs. | 3,272 lbs. | 3,327 lbs. | 3,468 lbs. |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 110.0 " in | 110.0 " in | 110.0 " in | 110.0 " in |
| Front track | |||
| 63.0 " | 62.8 " | 62.6 " | 62.6 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 63.0 " | 62.8 " | 62.6 " | 62.6 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' |
| Front legroom | |||
| 45.5 " in | 45.5 " in | 45.5 " in | 45.5 " in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 34.7 " in | 34.7 " in | 34.7 " in | 34.7 " in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40.0 " in | 40.0 " in | 40.0 " in | 40.0 " in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 37.6 " in | 37.6 " in | 37.6 " in | 37.6 " in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 54.7 " in | 54.7 " in | 54.7 " in | 54.7 " in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 54.5 " in | 54.5 " in | 54.5 " in | 54.5 " in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 57.3 " in | 57.3 " in | 57.3 " in | 57.3 " in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 55.7 " in | 55.7 " in | 55.7 " in | 55.7 " in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| .28 | .28 | .28 | .28 |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length |
| 190.7 " in |
| Exterior body width |
| 72.1 " in |
| Exterior height |
| 57.1 " in |
| Horsepower |
| 274 @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque |
| 269 @ 1,650 rpm |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 6.0 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 14.7 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 94 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| .9 |
| Slalom speed |
| 61 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 3.39/3.39 " |
| Curb weight |
| 3,468 lbs. |
| Wheelbase |
| 110.0 " in |
| Front track |
| 62.6 " |
| Rear track |
| 62.6 " |
| Turning radius |
| 17.9 '' |
| Front legroom |
| 45.5 " in |
| Rear legroom |
| 34.7 " in |
| Front headroom |
| 40.0 " in |
| Rear headroom |
| 37.6 " in |
| Front hip room |
| 54.7 " in |
| Rear hip room |
| 54.5 " in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 57.3 " in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 55.7 " in |
| Luggage volume |
| 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
| 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume |
| 102 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
| 18.5 gal. |
| Drag coefficient |
| .28 |
Interior Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | leather/simulated wood | leather | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | digital/analog | digital/analog |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Fuel door release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | leather/piano black | leather/piano black | leather/piano black |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone automatic |
| Clock |
| in-radio display |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| leather/piano black |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 2 |
| Overhead console |
| mini with storage |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| digital/analog |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Fuel door release |
| power |
| Remote trunk release |
| power |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather/piano black |
Exterior Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| trunk | trunk | trunk | trunk |
| Tinted windows | |||
| light | light | light | light |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Front tires | |||
| P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS | P225/45VR18.0 BSW AS | P225/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 16" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 18" machined aluminum | 18" machined aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | – | – |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| 2nd row sunroof | |||
| fixed glass with power sunshade | fixed glass with power sunshade | – | – |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna |
| window grid |
| Body material |
| fully galvanized steel |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| black w/chrome surround |
| Fog/driving lights |
| front |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| trunk |
| Tinted windows |
| light |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| dual power remote |
| Sunroof |
| 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
| lip |
| Front tires |
| P225/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels |
| 18" chrome aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact steel |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |
| 2nd row sunroof |
| fixed glass with power sunshade |
| Bodyside insert |
| chrome |
Seats
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | leather | cloth/leather | cloth/leather |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Memory | |||
| driver | driver | driver | – |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 passengers |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 4-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver |
| Front armrests |
| center |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints |
| 2 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
| Cooled front seats |
| driver and passenger |
Entertainment System
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
| in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers |
| 8 Infinity |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 2 |
Safety and Security Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Height adjustable seatbelts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | high intensity low beam, Xenon |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Height adjustable seatbelts |
| front |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| high intensity low beam, Xenon |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
Mechanical Features
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | sport | sport |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | |||
| Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 2.89 | 2.89 | 2.89 | 2.89 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| intercooled turbo | – | – | – |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Engine |
| 2.0L I-4 |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| front-wheel |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning |
| sport |
| Front suspension type |
| strut |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| multi-link |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Sequential shift control |
| Sportmatic |
| Transmission |
| 6-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 2.89 |
| Turbocharger |
| intercooled turbo |
Other Specs
LX 4dr Sedan |
EX 4dr Sedan |
SX 4dr Sedan |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
SXL Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6000 |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 2000 lbs. |
