Compare: Kia Optima 2003 Sedan 172 Hp

General information

Brand

Kia

Model

Optima

Generation

Optima I (facelift 2003)

Modification (Engine)

LX 2.7 V6 (172 Hp) Automatic

Start of production

2003 year

End of production

2003 year

Body type

Sedan

Seats

Doors

Performance specs

Fuel Type

Petrol (Gasoline)

Internal combustion engine specs

Power

172 Hp @ 6000 rpm.

Torque

245 Nm @ 4000 rpm.

Engine layout

Front, Longitudinal

Engine displacement

2656 cm³

Number of cylinders

Engine configuration

V-engine

Cylinder Bore

86.7 mm

Piston Stroke

75 mm

Compression ratio

Number of valves per cylinder

Fuel injection system

Multi-port manifold injection

Engine aspiration

Naturally aspirated engine

Valvetrain

DOHC

Space, Volume and weights

Kerb Weight

1487 kg

Trunk (boot) space - minimum

385 l

Fuel tank capacity

65 l

Dimensions

Length

4719 mm

Width

1815 mm

Height

1410 mm

Wheelbase

2700 mm

Front track

1540 mm

Rear (Back) track

1520 mm

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

10.4 m

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drive wheel

Front wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

4 gears, automatic transmission

Front suspension

Wishbone

Rear suspension

Coil spring

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Disc

ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

yes

Steering type

Steering rack and pinion

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Tires size

205/60 R15

Wheel rims size