Specifications: Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) LX 2.7 V6 (172 Hp) Automatic 2003

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Kia Optima I (facelift 2003) LX 2.7 V6 (172 Hp) Automatic – Full specifications
General information
Brand Kia
Model Optima
Generation Optima I (facelift 2003)
Modification (Engine) LX 2.7 V6 (172 Hp) Automatic
Start of production 2003 year
End of production 2003 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Sedan
Seats 5
Doors 4
Performance specs
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio 8.6 kg/Hp, 115.7 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 6.1 kg/Nm, 164.8 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 172 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre 64.8 Hp/l
Torque 245 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
180.7 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement 2656 cm3
162.08 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 6
Engine configuration V-engine
Cylinder Bore 86.7 mm
3.41 in.
Piston Stroke 75 mm
2.95 in.
Compression ratio 10:1
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel injection system Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1487 kg
3278.27 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 385 l
13.6 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 65 l
17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Dimensions
Length 4719 mm
185.79 in.
Width 1815 mm
71.46 in.
Height 1410 mm
55.51 in.
Wheelbase 2700 mm
106.3 in.
Front track 1540 mm
60.63 in.
Rear (Back) track 1520 mm
59.84 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.4 m
34.12 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Front wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 4 gears, automatic transmission
Front suspension Wishbone
Rear suspension Coil spring
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Disc
Assisting systems ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size 205/60 R15
Wheel rims size 15

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