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2002 Kia Optima
2002 Kia Optima
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 | 21 | 18 |
| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 | V6 |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| COLORS | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 3 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | false | false |
| front seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | false | false |
| Emergency interior trunk release | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes | true | false | true |
| Ventilated front disc / rear drum brakes | false | true | false |
| Comfort & Convenience | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | false | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| power steering | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| tilt-adjustable steering wheel | true | true | true |
| alloy and wood trim on center console | true | false | true |
| front reading lights | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | true | false | false |
| leather trim on shift knob | true | false | false |
| wood trim on doors | true | false | true |
| Air conditioning | true | true | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Fuel & MPG | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 | 21 | 18 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 16/22 mpg | 19/26 mpg | 16/22 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.2 gal. | 17.2 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 275.2/378.4 mi. | 326.8/447.2 mi. | 275.2/378.4 mi. |
| Engine | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 2.7 L | 2.4 L | 2.7 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | V6 | inline 4 | V6 |
| Horsepower | 178 hp @ 6000 rpm | 149 hp @ 6000 rpm | 178 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 181 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm | 159 ft-lbs. @ 4500 rpm | 181 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm |
| Valves | 24 | 16 | 24 |
| Measurements | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3223 lbs. | 3157 lbs. | 3223 lbs. |
| Front track | 60.6 in. | 60.6 in. | 60.6 in. |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. | 6.1 in. |
| Height | 55.5 in. | 55.5 in. | 55.5 in. |
| Length | 186.2 in. | 186.2 in. | 186.2 in. |
| Rear track | 60.2 in. | 60.2 in. | 60.2 in. |
| wheelbase | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. | 106.3 in. |
| Width | 71.7 in. | 71.7 in. | 71.7 in. |
| Turning circle | 34.1 ft. | 34.1 ft. | 34.1 ft. |
| Front Seats | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-way power driver seat | true | false | false |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| cloth | true | true | true |
| Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | true | true |
| front headroom | 39 in. | 39 in. | 39 in. |
| front hiproom | 55.8 in. | 55.8 in. | 55.8 in. |
| front legroom | 43.3 in. | 43.3 in. | 43.3 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. |
| Rear Seats | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| folding with storage center armrest | true | true | true |
| rear headroom | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. |
| rear hiproom | 54.4 in. | 54.4 in. | 54.4 in. |
| rear legroom | 36.2 in. | 36.2 in. | 36.2 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. | 55.7 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | true | true | true |
| Drive Train | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Power Features | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 one-touch power window | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | false | false |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | true |
| power door locks | false | true | true |
| Instrumentation | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| double wishbone front suspension | true | true | true |
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| multi-link rear suspension | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 watts stereo output | true | false | false |
| 6 total speakers | true | true | true |
| power antenna | true | false | false |
| AM/FM stereo | true | true | true |
| mast antenna | false | true | true |
| Warranty | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| powertrain | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. | 10 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Rust | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. | 5 yr./ 100000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | false | true |
| temporary spare tire | true | true | true |
| 15 x 6.0-in. wheels | true | true | true |
| all-season tires | true | true | true |
| P205/60R15 tires | true | true | true |
| Steel spare wheel | true | true | true |
| full wheel covers | false | true | false |
| steel wheels | false | true | false |
| SE V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | LX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 5M) | LX V6 4dr Sedan (2.7L 6cyl 4A) | |
|---|---|---|---|
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