The Kia Optima
The Kia Optima is a mid size car that has been on production by Kia Motors since 2000. A mid size car is a standard in North America and Australia for a vehicle with an equal size or greater than the compact car. In Europe this type of vehicle is referred as D segment. The Optima has been globally marketed with several name plates. The first generation of this vehicle was from 2000 through 2005. During the first generation this vehicle in Canada and Europe was known as Kia Magentis. The second generation was from the year 2005 through 2010. The second generation Optima was launched in South Korea in November 2005. For this generation the automobile continues to be built in South Korea and uses a unique global platform called MG. In 2008 the Optima was updated with tail lamps, new front end style, changes in the interior, new engine, satellite navigation, etc. The 2010 model had a new feature added called the proximity key. The proximity key is an electronic authorization and access system.
The third generation of this vehicle started at the end of 2010 to present. The début of the third generation Optima was exhibit at the New York Auto Show 2010. The Optima, also known as Kia K5 in South Korea features a new sportier design. The Kia Optima manual six speed and automatic six speed are the available transmissions for this automobile. The Kia Optima 2011 new features are the following: Abs brakes, Ipod connectivity, bluetooth, proximity key, navigation system, moon roof, etc. Other Kia Optima accessories can be found at any dealership of the company.
The Kia Optima Hybrid was officially launched to the vehicle market on 2011. In the United States, the hybrid version arrived as a two door coupe and in Europe was a wagon version. Here, will find all facts about this vehicle model.