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Kia Optima Generations
For each major redesign, a vehicle is said to begin a new "generation."
The Optima is available in three trim levels; LX, EX and SX. The LX is equipped with a 175-hp 2.4-liter DOHC 4 cylinder. The EX and SX trims can be had with the same 175-hp 2.4-liter 4 cylinder, or a 190-hp 2.7-liter V6. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard on the LX, while a Sportmatic 5-speed automatic is available on the LX and standard on EX and SX trims. The SX upgrades to sport-tuned suspension, a black mesh grille, blacked-out headlights and hyper-silver 17" alloy wheels. Standard safety features include traction-control, stability-control, 4-wheel antilock breaks and a tire pressure monitor.
The following model years make up the most recent Kia Optima generations:
2006 - 2010 Kia Optima
Major changes included: The second generation Optima is available with either a 2.4 liter inline 4-cylinder engine or a 2.7 liter V6. Both engines are available in EX or LX trims. Power features, cloth seats, and tire pressure monitoring system is standard on all trims. |  |
Retails prices on this generation of Kia Optima
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