Compare 2018 Kia Optima specifications by trim levels
Optima is a 5-seat Sedan from Kia, which first hit the market back in 2001.
With the price tag ranging from $22,500 to $30,500, 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 31 to 37 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 73.20mm x 191.10mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2018 Kia Optima
Fuel Tank: 18.5 gal
Wheelbase: 110.4 in
MPG: 25 city/36 hwy
0-60 mph: 7.3 sec
Ground clearance: 5.3 in
Engine: 2.4L I-4
Towing capacity: 2000 lbs
Curb: 3219 lbs
Passenger capacity: 5
Dimensions(LxWxH): 191.1 x 73.2 x 57.7
2018 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
Main Info
Body Style Sedan
Doors 4
Engine
Engine 2.4L I-4,1.6L I-4,2.0L I-4 DOHC
Horsepower 178 hp @ 1933 –
245 hp @ 1930Torque 178 lb-ft. @ 4,000 –
260 lb-ft. @ 1,350Transmission 6-spd w/OD
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.8 - 7.6 sec
1/4 mile time 15.2 - 15.9 sec
Dimensions
Length 191.1 in
Width 73.2 in
Height 57.7 in
Wheelbase 110.4 in
Curb Weight 3219 lbs
GVWR 4541 lbs
Towing capacity 2000 lbs
Ground clearance 5.3 in
CAPACITY
Luggage capacity 15.9 ft
Cargo capacity 15.9 cu.ft
Seats 5
FUEL
Fuel tank 18.5 gal
City 22 - 28 mpg
Combined 27 - 33 mpg
Highway 31 - 37 mpg
Highway range 573.5 - 684.5 mi
WARRANTY
Basic Warranty 60/60,000 mths/miles
Specifications 
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 73.2 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 57.7 in | 57.7 in | 57.7 in | 57.7 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 185 hp | 185 hp | 178 hp | 185 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 178 lb-ft. | 178 lb-ft. | 195 lb-ft. | 178 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 3219 lbs | 3362 lbs | 3224 lbs | 3362 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 4541 lbs | 4541 lbs | 4321 lbs | 4541 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 110.4 in | 110.4 in | 110.4 in | 110.4 in |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 45.5 in | 45.5 in | 45.5 in | 45.5 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 38 in | 38 in | 38 in | 38 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 58 in | 58 in | 58 in | 58 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length |
| 191.1 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 73.2 in |
| Exterior height |
| 57.7 in |
| Horsepower |
| 245 hp |
| Torque |
| 260 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight |
| 3494 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 4673 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 110.4 in |
| Ground clearance |
| 5.3 in |
| Front legroom |
| 45.5 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 35.6 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 38 in |
| Front hip room |
| 56 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 56 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 58 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 56 in |
| Fuel tank |
| 18.5 gal. |
Interior Features
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | manual | manual | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| 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 | – |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – | – |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | proximity | proximity | proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | leather | leather | leather |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone automatic |
| Clock |
| in-radio display |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 3 |
| Overhead console |
| mini with storage |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| driver and passenger |
| 1-touch window down |
| driver and passenger |
| Instrumentation |
| analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Fuel door release |
| power |
| Remote trunk release |
| proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather |
Exterior Features
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 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 | metal-look w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | metal-look w/chrome surround |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| 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 |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | – | – | – |
| Wheels | |||
| 16 silver aluminum | 17 gray aluminum | 16 silver aluminum | 17 silver aluminum |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna |
| window grid |
| Body material |
| fully galvanized steel |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| metal-look 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 and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
| lip |
| Wheels |
| 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact steel |
| Bodyside insert |
| black |
Seats
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 6-way | 6-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – | – | – |
| Memory | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| YES Essentials premium cloth | YES Essentials premium cloth | YES Essentials premium cloth | leather |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | – | – | – |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver and passenger |
| Front armrests |
| center |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable w/tilt |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints |
| 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
| Cooled front seats |
| driver and passenger |
Entertainment System
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 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 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 630W | – | – | – |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | – | – | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
| single |
| Speakers |
| 6 |
| Amplifier |
| 630W |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 2 |
Safety and Security Features
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 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 |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
| 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 |
| Airbags, knee protection | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Lane departure warning | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | – | – | – |
SX 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 |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front |
| Headlights |
| LED low beam |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
| Airbags, knee protection |
| driver |
| Lane departure warning |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Mechanical Features
LX 4dr Sedan | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | |||
| 2.4L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 | 2.4L I-4 |
| 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 | regular | regular |
| 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 | – |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 2.89 | 2.89 | 3.17 | 2.89 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| intercooled turbo | – | – | – |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Engine |
| 2.0L I-4 |
| 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 | S 4dr Sedan | LX Turbo 4dr Sedan | EX 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 2.4 liters | 2.4 liters | 1.6 liters | 2.4 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,000 | 6,000 | 5,500 | 6,000 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,000 | 4,000 | 1,500 | 4,000 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 25 City / 36 Hwy | 25 City / 36 Hwy | 28 City / 37 Hwy | 25 City / 36 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS | P205/65HR16.0 BSW AS | P215/55VR17.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
SX Turbo 4dr Sedan |
| Luggage capacity |
| 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity |
| 15.9 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size |
| 2.0 liters |
| Base engine type |
| I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6,000 |
| Torque rpm |
| 1,350 |
| EPA mileage estimates |
| 22 City / 31 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts |
| front |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
| 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
| 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
| 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
| 60/60,000 |
| Tires |
| P235/45VR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |