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Key specs

Kia Optima III 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic /Sedan 2010 - 2013/
What is the body type of Kia Optima III?
Sedan, 4 Doors, 5 Seats
What is the fuel consumption and economy of Kia Optima III 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
9 l/100 km
26.1 US mpg
31.4 UK mpg
11.1 km/l
How environmentally friendly is Kia Optima 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
185 g/km CO2
Euro 4
What is the power output of Kia Optima Sedan 2010 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
278 Hp, 365 Nm
269 lb.-ft.
What is the engine displacement of Kia Optima Sedan 2010 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
2.0 l
1998 cm3
121.93 cu. in.
What is the number of cylinders in 2010 Kia 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
4, Inline
What is the drivetrain of Kia Optima III Sedan 2010 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
Front wheel drive. ICE. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
What is the length of 2010 Kia Optima Sedan?
4845 mm
190.75 in.
What is the width of 2010 Kia Optima Sedan?
1830 mm
72.05 in.
What is the kerb weight of 2010 Kia Optima III 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
1433 kg
3159 lbs.
What is the maximum permissible mass of 2010 Kia Optima III 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
1980 kg
4365 lbs.
What is the trunk (boot) capacity of 2010 Kia Optima Sedan?
436 l
15.4 cu. ft.
What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 2010 Kia Optima III 2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic?
6, automatic transmission

General information

Brand
Model
Generation
Modification (Engine)
2.0 T-GDI (278 Hp) Automatic
Start of production
2010
End of production
2013
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
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Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban
10.7 l/100 km 22 US mpg
26.4 UK mpg
9.3 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined
9 l/100 km 26.1 US mpg
31.4 UK mpg
11.1 km/l
CO2 emissions
185 g/km
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission standard
Euro 4
Weight-to-power ratio
5.2 kg/Hp, 194 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio
3.9 kg/Nm, 254.7 Nm/tonne

Engine specs

Power
278 Hp @ 6000 rpm.
Power per litre
139.1 Hp/l
Torque
365 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm. 269 lb.-ft. @ 1750-4500 rpm.
Engine layout
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1998 cm3 121.93 cu. in.
Number of cylinders
4
Engine configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke
86 mm 3.39 in.
Compression ratio
9.5:1
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Fuel injection system
Direct injection
Engine aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine oil specification

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight
1433 kg 3159 lbs.
Max. weight
1980 kg 4365 lbs.
Max load
547 kg 1206 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space - minimum
436 l 15.4 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal

Dimensions

Length
4845 mm 190.75 in.
Width
1830 mm 72.05 in.
Height
1455 mm 57.28 in.
Wheelbase
2795 mm 110.04 in.
Front track
1595 mm 62.8 in.
Rear (Back) track
1595 mm 62.8 in.
Front overhang
965 mm 37.99 in.
Rear overhang
1085 mm 42.72 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd)
0.285
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)
11.8 m 38.71 ft.

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel
Front wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox
6 gears, automatic transmission
Front suspension
Independent, McPherson type with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Independent multi-link spring suspension with anti-roll bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type
Steering rack and pinion
Tire size
215/55 R17
Wheel rim size
6.5J x 17