Kia Optima GT 2017 new car review

The Optima has always been one of the sharpest looking mid-sized cars - and now it has a new dose of power.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Overall score , 4.4 out of 5

The good

Excellent build quality both inside and out
Beefy turbocharged engine and smart transmission
Only a small fuel economy penalty

The not-so-good

Softened responses to avoid wheel spin

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Cost of ownership

Overall

Details

Price

$53,990

Engine

2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, 180kW and 350Nm

Transmission

Six-speed automatic

Fuel type

Premium

Fuel economy

8.5 litres per 100km

Towing capacity

700kg/1400kg

Turning ciecle

10.9 metres

Safety rating

5 stars

Warranty

5 years

Servicing

After 12 months or at 15,000km

Spare wheel

Full-sized alloy wheel

Length

4855mm

Width

1860mm

Height

1465mm

Weight

1575kg

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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