2016 Kia Optima SX Turbo
Kia Optima Details
Automatic
4 Cyl, 2.0L
Remington Red
FWD
Gasoline
196,645 Miles
Black
6Z0132
5XXGW4L25GG048474
Leather
SX Turbo
About This 2016 Kia Optima
Equipment
This vehicle offers Automatic Climate Control for personalized comfort. See the road and the surrounding area better with the Xenon HID headlamps on it. Once you have these you'll want them on all your cars. See what's behind you with the back up camera on this mid-size car. This model has automated speed control that adjusts to maintain a safe following distance, enhancing highway driving convenience. The installed navigation system will keep you on the right path. The vehicle's Lane Departure Warning keeps you safe by alerting you when you drift from your lane. This vehicle is pure luxury with a heated steering wheel. This unit will allow to see the road and so much more with the HID headlights. The leather seats in the Kia Optima are a must for buyers looking for comfort, durability, and style. This vehicle features a hands-free Bluetooth phone system. The rear parking assist technology on this mid-size car will put you at ease when reversing. The system alerts you as you get closer to an obstruction.
Packages
Technology Package: Bi-Xenon HID Headlights; Harman-Kardon Audio System; Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror; LED Overhead Front and Rear Reading Lamps; Advanced Smart Cruise Control; Panoramic Sunroof; Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Blind Spot Detection; Premium Esc; Electronic Parking Brake; Rear Parking Assist System; Rear Cross Traffic Alert; Wireless Charging System; Front Collision Warning System; 10-Way Power Front Passenger Seat; Rear Side Window Sun Shades; Heated Rear Outboard Seats; Lane Departure Warning System; Autonomous Emergency Braking. Cargo Mat. Rear Bumper Applique. Cargo Net. **Equipment listed is based on original vehicle build and subject to change. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling the dealer prior to purchase.**
This vehicle offers Automatic Climate Control for personalized comfort. See the road and the surrounding area better with the Xenon HID headlamps on it. Once you have these you'll want them on all your cars. See what's behind you with the back up camera on this mid-size car. This model has automated speed control that adjusts to maintain a safe following distance, enhancing highway driving convenience. The installed navigation system will keep you on the right path. The vehicle's Lane Departure Warning keeps you safe by alerting you when you drift from your lane. This vehicle is pure luxury with a heated steering wheel. This unit will allow to see the road and so much more with the HID headlights. The leather seats in the Kia Optima are a must for buyers looking for comfort, durability, and style. This vehicle features a hands-free Bluetooth phone system. The rear parking assist technology on this mid-size car will put you at ease when reversing. The system alerts you as you get closer to an obstruction.
Packages
Technology Package: Bi-Xenon HID Headlights; Harman-Kardon Audio System; Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror; LED Overhead Front and Rear Reading Lamps; Advanced Smart Cruise Control; Panoramic Sunroof; Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Blind Spot Detection; Premium Esc; Electronic Parking Brake; Rear Parking Assist System; Rear Cross Traffic Alert; Wireless Charging System; Front Collision Warning System; 10-Way Power Front Passenger Seat; Rear Side Window Sun Shades; Heated Rear Outboard Seats; Lane Departure Warning System; Autonomous Emergency Braking. Cargo Mat. Rear Bumper Applique. Cargo Net. **Equipment listed is based on original vehicle build and subject to change. Please confirm the accuracy of the included equipment by calling the dealer prior to purchase.**
Features & Options
- Engine: 2.0L DOHC I4 GDI Turbo
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic w/Sportmatic
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
- Variable Intermittent Wipers
- Lip Spoiler
- 60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Sport Heated Leather Steering Wheel
- Remote Releases -Inc: Proximity Cargo Access and Power Fuel
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination; Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Smart Device Integration
- Perimeter Alarm
- Immobilizer
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Rear Child Safety Locks
- UVO eServices
- Technology Package: Bi-Xenon HID Headlights; Harman-Kardon Audio System; Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror; LED Overhead Front and Rear Reading Lamps; Advanced Smart Cruise Control; Panoramic Sunroof; Heated and Ventilated Front Seats; Blind Spot Detection; Premium Esc; Electronic Parking Brake; Rear Parking Assist System; Rear Cross Traffic Alert; Wireless Charging System; Front Collision Warning System; 10-Way Power Front Passenger Seat; Rear Side Window Sun Shades; Heated Rear Outboard Seats; Lane Departure Warning System; Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Cargo Mat
- Rear Bumper Applique
- Cargo Net
- Pedestrian impact prevention
- Rear mounted camera
- Adaptive cruise control with stop and go
- Predictive brake assist system
- Cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls
- Ventilated driver and front passenger seats
- Integrated navigation system with voice activation
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Heated rear seats
- Leather front seat upholstery
- Primary monitor touchscreen
- Lane departure warning
- Rear collision warning
- First and second-row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with express open/close activation sunshade
- Driver seat power reclining
- lumbar support
- cushion tilt
- fore/aft control and height adjustable control
- 2L I-4 gasoline direct injection
- DOHC
- variable valve control
- intercooled turbo
- regular unleaded
- engine with 245HP
- 2L I-4 DOHC
- Front wireless smart device charging
- UVO eServices restricted driving mode/alerts
- Smart key with hands-free access and push button start
- Push-button
- Automatic brake hold
- Bluetooth wireless audio streaming
- Proximity cargo area access release
- Blind spot warning
- Following distance alert
- Dual-zone front climate control
- Bi-Xenon high-intensity discharge low and high beam headlights
- Directionally adaptive headlights
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Immobilizer
- Harman kardon speakers
- Real-time traffic
- Bluetooth handsfree wireless device connectivity
- UVO smart device app link
- UVO external memory control
- Chrome rear bumper insert
- Electronic stability control system
- Hill start assist
- Leather rear seat upholstery
- Automatic climate control
- Manual rear side window sunblinds
- Rear parking sensors
- LED daytime running lights
- Auto-leveling headlights
- LED brake lights
- Leather steering wheel
- Sport ride suspension
- UVO eServices 911 Connect emergency SOS system via mobile device
- -
2016 Kia Optima LX Turbo Review
The midsized Optima is the vehicle that's largely responsible for Kia's U.S. sales breakthrough, proving yet again how important captivating design is to selling cars. For 2016 it gets redesigned. But don't worry, Kia didn't mess with success.All week long I would find myself parked next to other Optimas and I would visually examine the design differences to see exactly what Kia changed here. This is far and away their best-selling vehicle and it’s obvious they didn’t want to tinker too much with their blue chip car. Making it look even less new, my tester arrived in this nondescript Platinum Graphite paint riding on little 16” wheels finished in an equally dull light gray. And because it’s the base LX trim there’s no distinguished exterior lighting either, unless you count these optional LED tail lights. The original Optima is a great looking car; a compliment I’m not willing to pay here.
Marginally longer, taller and wider the Optima’s growth bestows more head room, shoulder room and rear seat leg room while allowing a little more luggage space. A stiffer overall structure allowed engineers to focus on improving ride and handling and this car steps up its maturity level with a newfound smoothness and far better steering feel. But it’s the models equipped with the 2.0-liter turbo that strive for greater driver engagement. This car is happier letting its Michelin Energy Saver tires and fortified suspension components keep things soft, quiet and refined.
3 engines are available and 2 of them are carry overs, but this base LX trim can be specified with a new efficiency minded 1.6 liter turbo that's rated at 28mpg city 39mpg highway...which is why my 26mpg average is a bit disappointing.
This 178 horsepower motor uses a twin scroll turbo to generate 195 pound-feet of torque and works through a 7-speed dual clutch transmission – that’s a manual gearbox that shifts automatically. Its benefit if efficiency but it can’t match the traditional shift feel and smoothness of the company’s 6-speed auto.
More than any other, Hyundai and Kia do the best job of keeping their relationship on the QT. For instance, the average consumer likely understands the correlation say between Ford and Lincoln but would have no idea that this Kia Optima is ostensibly a Hyundai Sonata Eco. Now I’m already on record as saying this powertrain is not for me, there’s just too much sacrifice for too little reward but with some perspective I could see a frugal shopper driving off of the lot with this specific Optima – it’s not terrible but it will not in any way excite the passionate driver.
Eco, Normal and Sport modes can be selected but there are too many moments of pressing the accelerator and waiting for something to happen.
What the Optima LX Turbo does particularly well is give you a car that’s doesn’t feel base…at least when ordered with the optional $2,600 Technology Package. Pleasant surprises come in the form of smart key access with a proximity sensor to active the outside lighting and unfold the mirrors. There’s a hands-free trunk that doesn’t require a swipe of the foot. The power driver’s seat has an easy access feature and memory settings. Dual zone climate control, 3 USB ports with one in the rear and an excellent navi system with tons of easy to use features such as Siri Eyes Free…and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto coming soon is an impressive array. And on the safety front, you get side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert and a backup cam. And in the end it’s priced very reasonably like this for $27,415. The black cloth seating is comfortable but the high beltline in the rear makes seeing out the windows tough on kids.
Perhaps it’s because it arrives on the heels of the outstanding BMW 7 Series I recently tested that the all-new Optima feels like a bit of a letdown. It’s an OK car that doesn’t move the emotional needle.