Kia Optima second generation
The Kia Optima second generation (2006–2010): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the European Union and the United States.
Model codes: MG · Sold in: European Union and United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,755–4,810 mm |
| Width | – | 1,820 mm |
| Height | – | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,720 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,945 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
501 complaints for model years 2007–2010. 43 crashes · 15 fires · 38 injuries · 9 deaths
- Airbags 162
- Transmission and drivetrain 82
- Engine 58
- Electrical system 49
- Visibility and wipers 46
- Lights 42
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 6 versions of the Kia Optima second generation
European Union 3 versions
New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 183 g/km | 164 |
| 2010 | 2.0 L | Diesel | 172 g/km | 68 |
| 2010 | 2.7 L | Petrol | 215 g/km | 22 |
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–20102MODE CLKUP | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 2006–2010 | 2.4 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 2006–20102MODE CLKUP | 2.7 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.