Kia Optima third generation

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The Kia Optima third generation (2011–2015): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 32 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: TF · Sold in: United States, Canada, European Union, United Kingdom, and France

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,850–4,860 mm RDW	4,840 mm TC	4,845 mm
Width	1,830–1,860 mm RDW	1,830 mm TC	1,835 mm
Height	1,460–1,470 mm RDW	1,450 mm TC	1,455 mm
Wheelbase	2,800–2,810 mm RDW	2,800 mm TC	2,795 mm
Front track	1,591–1,601 mm ASTRA	1,580–1,590 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,591–1,601 mm ASTRA	1,580–1,600 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,481–1,562 kg RDW	1,454–1,615 kg TC	1,391–1,583 kg
Mass in running order	1,581–1,662 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,050–2,080 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,300–1,500 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	650–750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	283–425 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,888 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	190 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	180–320 Nm ASTRA	–	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/65R16, 215/55R17, 225/45R18, 215/60R16, 235/45R18

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2015: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
6–8 years	82.9% (81.0–84.6)	86.4%	1,691
9–12 years	73.3% (72.0–74.6)	77.9%	4,484

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Brakes	34.9%	25.6%
Tyres	31.8%	30.4%
Suspension	20.3%	23.3%
Lights and electrics	13.1%	15.0%
Steering	12.5%	3.6%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	6.5%	7.9%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

4,736 complaints for model years 2011–2015. 160 crashes · 352 fires · 141 injuries · 8 deaths

Engine 2,297
Steering 682
Electrical system 574
Brakes 392
Fuel system 253
Body and structure 243

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 32 versions of the Kia Optima third generation

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European Union 13 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	Power	Fuel	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	EU registrations
2011–2015	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	–	142–151 g/km	21,075
2015	1.7 L	104 kW (141 PS)	Diesel	–	116 g/km	868
2012–2015	2.0 L	110 kW (150 PS)	Petrol	–	119–125 g/km	2,080
2012–2015	2.0 L	121 kW (165 PS)	Petrol	–	169–170 g/km	1,572
2014–2015	2.0 L	110 kW (150 PS)	Hybrid	–	118–119 g/km	564
2015	2.0 L	120 kW (163 PS)	Petrol	–	174 g/km	30
2014	2.0 L	110 kW (150 PS)	Petrol	1.2 kWh/100 km NEDC	121 g/km	648
2012–2014	–	–	Diesel	–	146–148 g/km	160
2013	1.7 L	–	Other fuel	–	138 g/km	378
2013	2.0 L	–	Other fuel	–	125 g/km	66
2012	2.4 L	166 kW (226 PS)	Petrol	–	196 g/km	38
2012	–	–	Petrol	–	173 g/km	16
2011	2.0 L	106 kW (144 PS)	Petrol	–	191 g/km	18

United Kingdom 7 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015'1' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG · '2 Luxe' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG · '2 Tech' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG and 2 more trims	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	6-speed manual	4.9 L/100 km NEDC	128 g/km
2015'2 Luxe' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp · '2 Tech' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp · '3' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp and 2 more trims	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	6-speed automatic	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	158 g/km
2015'3' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	5-speed manual	4.9 L/100 km NEDC	128 g/km
2013–2014'1' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG · '2 Luxe' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG · '2 Tech' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp ISG and 2 more trims	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	Manual	4.9 L/100 km NEDC	128 g/km
2013–2014'2 Luxe' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp · '2 Tech' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp · '3' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp and 2 more trims	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	Automatic	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	158 g/km
2012'1' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp 6-speed manual ISG · '2 Luxe' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp 6-speed manual ISG · '2 Tech' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp 6-speed manual ISG and 1 more trim	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	6-speed manual	4.9 L/100 km NEDC	128 g/km
2012'2 Luxe' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp 6-speed auto · '2 Tech' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp 6-speed auto · '3' 1.7 CRDi 134bhp 6-speed auto	1.7 L	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	6-speed automatic	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	158 g/km

France 4 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2014–2015OPTIMA HYBRID 2.0 essence (150ch) / Electrique IPM (40ch) BVA6	–	110 kW (150 PS)	Hybrid	6-speed automatic	5.1 L/100 km NEDC	119 g/km
2012–2014OPTIMA 1.7 (136ch) GO BVA 6	–	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	6-speed automatic	6.0 L/100 km NEDC	158 g/km
2012–2014OPTIMA 1.7 (136ch) GO BVM 6	–	100 kW (136 PS)	Diesel	6-speed manual	5.1 L/100 km NEDC	133 g/km
2013OPTIMA HYBRID 2.0 Essence (150ch) / Electrique IPM (40ch) BVA6	–	110 kW (150 PS)	Hybrid	6-speed automatic	5.4 L/100 km NEDC	125 g/km

United States 5 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
2013–2016	2.4 L	Hybrid	6-speed automated manual	Front-wheel drive	36–37 MPG (6.4–6.5 L/100 km) EPA	150–153 g/km
2011–2015SIDI	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	24–26 MPG (9.0–9.8 L/100 km) EPA	211–231 g/km
2011–2015SIDI	2.4 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	26–27 MPG (8.7–9.0 L/100 km) EPA	203–208 g/km
2011–2013SIDI	2.4 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA	203–205 g/km
2011–2012	2.4 L	Hybrid	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	36 MPG (6.5 L/100 km) EPA	153 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2011–2015Mid-size	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	8.9–9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	205–228 g/km
2011–2015Mid-size	2.4 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	6.2–8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	143–200 g/km
2011–2013Mid-size	2.4 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	8.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	198 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.