2016 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan

2016 Optima Hybrid

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$25,995 MSRP From
36.5 mpg AVG, Comb.
Hybrid Powered
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Kia Optima Hybrid is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same 2.4L Inline-4 engine that produces 199 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $1,550 to $1,600, which over the course of five years will save you $2,750 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: -
Width W/O Mirrors: 72.1 in
Length: 190.7 in
Height: 57.1 in
Wheelbase: 110.0 in

2016 Optima Hybrid has a relatively long wheelbase ( 110.0 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3496 - 3622 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 45.5 inHip Room: 54.7 inHead Room: 40.0 inShoulder Room: 57.3 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 34.7 inHip Room: 54.5 inHead Room: 37.6 inShoulder Room: 55.7 in

Trunk Volume

10.8 ft³

2016 Optima Hybrid seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - legs and head - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on shoulders and hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Optima Hybrid falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 10.8 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2016 Optima Hybrid Base	2016 Optima Hybrid EX
Starging MSRP	$25,995	$32,195
Engine	2.4L Inline-4	2.4L Inline-4
HP	199 hp	199 hp
Drivetrain	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
City	35 MPG	35 MPG
Highway	38 MPG	38 MPG
Combined	36 - 37 MPG	36 - 37 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost	$1,550 - $1,600	$1,550 - $1,600

2016 Optima Hybrid Sedan comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $549 more compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, Optima Hybrid has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 36.5 mpg.

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Side Crash Rating

2016 Kia Optima Hybrid Side Pole Crash Test

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Side Pole Crash Rating

Complaints: 3
Recalls: 0

2016 Optima Hybrid Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed three complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals.