Petrol
2008 Kia Optima
The 2008 Kia Optima is a sedan. It has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 162 hp (121 kW), with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 9.5 seconds and top speed is 109 mph (175 km/h).
SPECS
| Make | Kia | Model | Optima |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2008 | Version / Trim | Kia 2008 Optima |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Clear White, White Pearl, Ebony Black, Bright Silver Metallic, Midnight Grey Metallic, Light Almond Beige Metallic, Dark Red Wine Pearl, Deep Ocean Blue Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | South Korea |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cyl | Engine Size | 2,400 cc |
| Power | 162 hp / 121 kW | Torque | 159 Nm / 117 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 9.5 sec | Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 21 mpg city / 31 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,430 kg (3,153 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SEDANS
Compared with other 2008 sedans in our database, its 162 hp is 40% less than the average 2008 sedan (272 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.3 seconds slower than average, and it is 11% lighter than the typical sedan.
| 2008 Kia Optima | Average 2008 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 162 hp | 272 hp (99 cars) | -40% |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 336 Nm (99 cars) | -53% |
| 0–60 mph | 9.5 s | 7.2 s (98 cars) | +33% |
| Top speed | 109 mph | 136 mph (98 cars) | -20% |
| Kerb weight | 1,430 kg | 1,602 kg (117 cars) | -11% |
| Engine size | 2,400 cc | 3,309 cc (117 cars) | -27% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2008 sedans with similar power to the 2008 Kia Optima.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Kia Optima | 162 hp | 9.5 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2008 Audi A4 | 162 hp | 7.2 s | 1,400 kg |
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 162 hp | 8.3 s | 1,400 kg |
| 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | 160 hp | 7.8 s | 1,430 kg |
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 166 hp | 7.8 s | 1,370 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Power Front Seats
Navigation System
Digital Instrument Cluster
Premium Audio
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Blind Spot Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
LED Headlights
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Push-Button Start
Spare Tyre