Used 2003 Kia Optima LX - Specs & Features

More about the 2003 Optima

Starting MSRP

$17,895

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	21 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	13.6 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,279 lbs.
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	South Korea

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$192/mo
Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	18/25 MPG

EPA combined MPG	21 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	309.6/430.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	17.2 gal.
CO2 Emissions	6.9 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	2.7 L
Cylinders	V6
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	170 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	181 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
Valves	24
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Drivetrain

Transmission	4-speed shiftable automatic
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
Double wishbone front suspension	Standard
Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	185.8 in.
Overall width without mirrors	71.5 in.
Height	55.5 in.

Wheelbase	106.3 in.
Front track	60.6 in.
Rear track	59.8 in.
EPA interior volume	100 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	13.6 cu.ft.
Turning circle	34.1 ft.
Ground clearance	6.1 in.
Curb weight	3,279 lbs.
Country of final assembly	South Korea

Colors

Exterior Colors	Imperial Blue Crystal Silver Ebony Black Magenta Red Iron Grey Olive Green Gold Beige Steel Blue Diamond Silver Ruby Red Clear White
Interior Colors	Beige Gray

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	39 in.
Front leg room	43.3 in.
Front shoulder room	56.9 in.

Front hip room	55.8 in.
Cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
4-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.6 in.
Rear leg room	36.2 in.
Rear shoulder room	55.7 in.

Rear hip room	54.4 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage center armrest	Standard

Safety

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard

Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Dusk sensing headlamps	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height adjustable headrests	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard
Mast antenna	Standard

Power Feature

1 one-touch power windows	Standard
Power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt-adjustable steering wheel	Standard
Speed-proportional power steering	Standard
Cruise control	Standard

Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
First aid kit	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Wood trim on center console	Standard
Wood trim on doors	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
15 x 6.0 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

P205/60R H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Drivetrain	10 yr./ 100,000 mi.
Rust	5 yr./ 100,000 mi.

Roadside assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.

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