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2003 Kia Optima Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 2003 Kia Optima specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 2003 Kia Optima warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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2003 Kia Optima
Lease
$0 / month
Finance
$0 / month
Style:
2003 - LX 4dr Sedan 2003 - LX V6 4dr Sedan 2003 - SE 4dr Sedan 2003 - SE V6 4dr Sedan
Based on 55% Residual Value : 12,000 Annual Miles
Loan Term
72 Months
Lease Term
36 Months
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Overview

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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MSRP *
$15,500
Invoice *
$14,370
Engine
2.4L I-4 138 HP 147.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,000 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
23.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
30.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
60/60,000

Powertrain

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Engine
2.4L I-4 138 HP 147.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,000 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Alternator
110 amp
Battery
600 amp with run down protection
Axle Ratio
3.88 / 3.77
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
17.2 gal.
Exhaust
partial stainless steel
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Front Suspension
double wishbone
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Front Shocks
gas-pressurized
Rear Suspension
independent multi-link
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Rear Springs
coil
Rear Shocks
gas-pressurized
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
4-wheel disc
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
15.0 " steel
Front Tires
P205/60HR15.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Seating Capacity
5
Front Seat Type
bucket
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Armrests
center
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
8-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
60-40 bench
Rear Headrests
adjustable
Rear Armrests
center
Seat Trim
cloth
Door Trim
cloth
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Auxiliary Visors
dual
Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
locking
Dome Light
fade
Reading Lights
front
Floor Console
full
Overhead Console
mini with storage
Cup Holder
front and rear
Instrument Panel Storage
covered bin
Seatback Storage
2
Door Bins
dual
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Cargo Net
cargo net
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
CD
in-dash mounted single
Speakers
6 / 6 Infinity
Antenna
fixed / power retractable
Cruise Control
with steering wheel controls
Door Locks
power with 2 stage unlock
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
power
Remote Fuel Flap Release
mechanical
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Power Outlets
2
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Retained Accessory Power
retained accessory power
Smokers Package
ashtray
Lighter Elements
front
First Aid Kit
first aid kit
Instrument Display
analog
Tachometer
tachometer
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel Type
tilt
Front Windows
power
Rear Windows
power
1-Touch Open Window
driver
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Sun Visor Strip
sun visor strip
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Daytime Running Lights
daytime running lights
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
seat mounted
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
seat mounted
Occupancy Sensor
occupancy sensor
Head Protection
driver and passenger
Side Impact Bars
side impact beams
Seatbelt Pretensioners
front

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Door Count
4 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
13.6 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
185.8 "
Exterior Width
71.5 "
Exterior Height
55.5 "
Wheelbase
106 "
Front Tread
61 "
Rear Tread
60 "
Curb Weight
3,281 lbs. / 3,301 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
2,000 lbs.
Front Legroom
43.3 "
Rear Legroom
36.2 "
Front Headroom
39.0 "
Rear Headroom
37.6 "
Front Hiproom
55.8 "
Rear Hiproom
54.4 "
Front Shoulder Room
56.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.7 "
Passenger Volume
100 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
13.6 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Mud Flaps
front and rear
Rear Spoiler
wing / lip
Bumpers
body-colored
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Grille Moldings
chrome
Paint
clearcoat monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote

Warranty

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Style:
LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $15,500 LX V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,895 SE 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,095 SE V6 4dr Sedan - MSRP $19,495
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
60/60,000
Major Components Months/Miles
120/100,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/100,000
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
60/unlimited

Safety Ratings

Below is the 2003 Kia Optima safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

LX 4dr Sedan
DRIVER
PASSENGER
FRONT SEAT
N/A
REAR SEAT
N/A
LX V6 4dr Sedan
DRIVER
PASSENGER
FRONT SEAT
N/A
REAR SEAT
N/A
SE 4dr Sedan
DRIVER
PASSENGER
FRONT SEAT
N/A
REAR SEAT
N/A
SE V6 4dr Sedan
DRIVER
PASSENGER
FRONT SEAT
N/A
REAR SEAT
N/A

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