New 2009 Kia Optima

Offering excellent value, a spacious interior, and a choice of fuel-efficient, powerful engines, the 2009 Kia Optima is a well-rounded sedan with a lot of features.

Available in two trim levels – the solid LX and the uplevel EX – the Optima features two new powerful engines. The 2.4-liter, 175-horsepower inline 4-cylinder engine boasts ample acceleration, and is mated to a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission with Sportmatic® manual shifting capability. The available 2.7-liter, 190-horsepower V-6 engine has ample amounts of torque for passing and highway merging. The V-6 is available only with the five-speed automatic transmission.  The Optima gets nice fuel economy with 20-22 mpg in the city and 28-32 mpg on the highway and competes with the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord.

Interior amenities include automatic temperature control for a cool cabin environment. An available Infinity® AM/FM/MP3/Cassette audio system with in-dash 6-disc CD changer and 6 speakers offers every conceivable audio format and excellent sound quality. Available power-adjustable pedals make it easy for drivers of all sizes to enjoy the Optima. Available heated leather seats with 8-way power driver’s seat and 4-way power passenger’s seat offer excellent support and toasty comfort.

Safety features include optional 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with Brake Assist for improved stopping power and resistance to wheel lockup during hard braking. A total of six airbags, including dual front airbags, dual front seat-mounted side airbags, and full-length side curtain airbags, keep front and rear passengers protected in a collision. Standard Electronic Stability Control improves directional stability of the vehicle during emergency maneuvers, while Traction Control limits wheelspin on slippery roads or during quick takeoffs. A standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System alerts the driver is any of the tires are under-inflated.

Offering abundant safety features, more powerful, fuel efficient engines, and convenient amenities, the 2009 Kia Optima is a compact sedan that’s big on value.