Used 2012 Kia Optima SX Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$26,500

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	26 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	15.4 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,385 lbs.
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	South Korea

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$137/mo
Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	22/34 MPG

EPA combined MPG	26 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	407.0/629.0 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	18.5 gal.
CO2 Emissions	5.4 tons

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Engine

Base engine size	2.0 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	274 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable
Direct injection	Standard

Drivetrain

Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	190.7 in.
Overall width without mirrors	72.1 in.
Height	57.3 in.

Wheelbase	110.0 in.
Front track	63.0 in.
Rear track	62.6 in.
EPA interior volume	117.6 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	15.4 cu.ft.
Turning circle	35.8 ft.
Ground clearance	5.3 in.
Curb weight	3,385 lbs.
Country of final assembly	South Korea

Colors

Exterior Colors	Titanium Silver Spicy Red Satin Metal Snow White Pearl Ebony Black Corsa Blue
Interior Colors	Black, leather/cloth Black Nappa, premium leather White Nappa, premium leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	40.0 in.
Front leg room	45.5 in.
Front shoulder room	57.3 in.

Front hip room	54.7 in.
Leather/cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
8-way power driver seat	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support	Standard
4-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.6 in.
Rear leg room	34.7 in.
Rear shoulder room	55.7 in.

Rear hip room	54.5 in.
Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage center armrest	Standard

Safety

Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard

Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp	Standard
Self-leveling headlights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front multi-adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
2 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard
USB connection	Standard

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
3 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard
Element antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Keyless ignition	Standard
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel	Standard

Power steering	Standard
Cruise control	Standard
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front and rear door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Dual zone front climate control	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Cooled storage compartment	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Simulated carbon fiber trim on center console	Standard
Simulated carbon fiber trim on doors	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	Standard
Front and rear reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
Tachometer	Standard

Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
18 x 6.5 in. wheels	Standard
All season tires	Standard

P225/45R18 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.
Hybrid component	10 yr./ 100,000 mi.

Rust	5 yr./ 100,000 mi.
Roadside assistance	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.

Packages

Technology and Premium Package	+$4,350
Technology and Premium Touring Package	+$4,350
Premium Touring Package	+$2,950

Premium Package	+$2,950

Interior Options

Cargo Tray	+$75
All Weather Floor Mats	+$115
Cargo Mat	+$95

Cargo Net	+$50

Exterior Options

Rear Bumper Applique	+$70
Wheel Locks	+$50

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Used 2012 Kia Optima SX - Specs & Features