Show full review Kia's midsize sedan used to be a forgettable car with an obscure name. The brakes are marvelous, too, with a strong, linear pedal sensation and little suspension dive on hard stops. Built on a unibody frame, the front-wheel-drive Optima utilizes independent front and rear suspension systems. Appropiate service methods and correct repair procedures are esential for the safe, reliabe operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of the individual carrying out the work. This Kia Optima 2011 2. Sitting upright, my head mashed into the ceiling. It shares a platform with the 2015 , and offers a new design, with new features and enhancements.
Click for a complete list of safety features. Do not take short cuts. Cooling System for Kia Optima 2011 2. Engine Lubrication System for Kia Optima 2011 2. The rear view is a little limited and drivers have to use the back-up camera more than I would prefer. Always use the correct special service tools or equipment specified. With less power assist, the steering wheel feels more settled at speed, and it unwinds back to center more naturally than in lesser trims.
Whatever, they can vote me down along with you. Hyundai is weird fluid look is a bit over done and although it gets comments from the editors about looking nice, i think it looks cheap. The updated Optima was offered with a new 2. Other Kia models, starting with the Forte and Sportage, are also slated to get the system. The specification, maintenance and other information for the components are included, and diagnostic information has also been added where necessary.
By the numbers, the Optima has lost 2 cubic feet of passenger volume in its redesign, but its cabin volume is still comparable to the Camry. It's a quiet drivetrain, too, though another editor found the engine buzzy at certain speeds. My only complaint lies with the electronic stability system. Unlike Hyundai's Genesis and Equus, Kia Optima has included all the luxury bells and whistles in this mid-size sedan- a package with lots of standard stuff at a reasonable price. The descriptions are brief but precise and are supported by photographs, notes, drawings and schematics, as well as exploded and sectional drawings. Optima is built on a platform with an overall width of 72 inches and wheelbase of 110 inches, an increase of 2.
Meanwhile, the turbocharged Optima race cars led more on-track miles than any other manufacturer in the class this season. Information in this manual for Kia Optima 2011 2. Lighting Systems for Kia Optima 2011 2. Detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings and photos guide you through every service repair procedure for Kia Optima 2011 2. Optima in the Market The market's 15 family sedans — several on their last legs — have accounted for nearly one-sixth of all vehicle sales this year.
Kia Racing finished the season with 13 podium finishes, including 5 race wins. Brakes for Kia Optima 2011 2. Luxuriously appointed features, including an Infinity®6 5. Wheels and Tires for Kia Optima 2011 2. Differential for Kia Optima 2011 2. We took an Optima from our Chicago offices to Michigan for January's Detroit auto show, and the tires slipped, slid and spun to keep up with light snow on the interstate.
The third generation Kia Optima is built and manufactured in , which began in 2011 with the 2012 model. When replacing fasteners, always use the same type part number fastener as removed. Front Brakes for Kia Optima 2011 2. The plug-in hybrid features a 50 kW and 2. The ubiquity can be oppressive: At Cars. The new K5 was released in the South Korean market on April 29, 2010.
Keep complete records of all maintenance and repairs with dates and any new parts installed. Emission Control Devices for Kia Optima 2011 2. The nose pushes a bit, and on curvy roads the steering reveals a degree of slop that doesn't plague the Mazda6 or Suzuki Kizashi. Heater and Ventilation for Kia Optima 2011 2. I'm fine with that, but the wheel doesn't firm up enough at higher speeds: Cruising down the highway at 80 mph, it still felt loose. The facelifted 2014 model was unveiled at the 2013 New York International Auto Show in March. Propeller Shafts for Kia Optima 2011 2.