Specifications: Kia Optima IV (facelift 2018) 2.4 GDI (185 Hp) Sportmatic 2018, 2019, 2020

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Kia Optima IV (facelift 2018) 2.4 GDI (185 Hp) Sportmatic – Full specifications
General information
Brand Kia
Model Optima
Generation Optima IV (facelift 2018)
Modification (Engine) 2.4 GDI (185 Hp) Sportmatic
Start of production 2018 year
End of production 2020 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Sedan
Seats 5
Doors 4
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) – urban (EPA) 9.4-9.8 l/100 km
25.02 – 24 US mpg
30.05 – 28.82 UK mpg
10.64 – 10.2 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban (EPA) 6.7-7.4 l/100 km
35.11 – 31.79 US mpg
42.16 – 38.17 UK mpg
14.93 – 13.51 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – combined (EPA) 8.1-8.7 l/100 km
29.04 – 27.04 US mpg
34.87 – 32.47 UK mpg
12.35 – 11.49 km/l
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission standard ULEV 70 – LEV III
Weight-to-power ratio 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 6.1 kg/Nm, 164.5 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 185 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre 78.4 Hp/l
Torque 241 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
177.75 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Transverse
Engine Model/Code Theta II / G4KJ
Engine displacement 2359 cm3
143.96 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 4
Engine configuration Inline
Cylinder Bore 88 mm
3.46 in.
Piston Stroke 97 mm
3.82 in.
Compression ratio 11.3:1
Number of valves per cylinder 4
Fuel injection system Direct injection
Engine aspiration Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain DOHC
Engine oil capacity 4.8 l
5.07 US qt | 4.22 UK qt
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Coolant 7.2 l
7.61 US qt | 6.34 UK qt

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1465-1496 kg
3229.77 – 3298.12 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 510 l
18.01 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 70 l
18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Dimensions
Length 4855 mm
191.14 in.
Width 1860 mm
73.23 in.
Height 1465 mm
57.68 in.
Wheelbase 2804 mm
110.39 in.
Front track 1597-1613 mm
62.87 – 63.5 in.
Rear (Back) track 1604-1621 mm
63.15 – 63.82 in.
Front overhang 965 mm
37.99 in.
Rear overhang 1085 mm
42.72 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 135 mm
5.31 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd) 0.27
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.9 m
35.76 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 6 gears, automatic transmission Sportmatic
Front suspension Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspension Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated discs, 305 mm
Rear brakes Disc, 284 mm
Assisting systems ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tires size 205/65 R16; 215/55 R17; 235/45 R18
Wheel rims size 6.5J x 16; 7J x 17; 7.5J 18

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