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2020 Kia Optima EX FWD

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User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

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2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$23,939
46 listings nationwide

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2017 Kia Rondo
EX
CarGurus Instant Market Value
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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
Kyree Rollerson Preview:

The Kia Optima competes with other midsize family-sedans like the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Volkswagen Passat. It receives a few changes for 2020. You’ll find one of three power...

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2017 Kia Rondo
EX
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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
Harvey writes:
Power Ranked 2020 Honda Accord 2.0T EX-L FWD better.
"No Turbo lag, stomp the accelerator and it moves out fast."
Family Car Ranked 2020 Honda Accord 2.0T EX-L FWD better.
"Lots of room and convenience features. "
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2017 Kia Rondo
EX
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Specs

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
2017 Kia Rondo
EX
Powertrain 7-Speed Dual Clutch
Drivetrain
FWD
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Fuel Economy, City
27 MPG
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Fuel Economy, Highway
37 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 18.5 gal --
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
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Power
178 hp @ 5,500 RPM
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Torque
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 RPM
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Cylinders
4 cylinders
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Compression Ratio
10:1
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Displacement
1,600 cc
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Bore x Stroke
3.03 in x 3.35 in
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Safety
ABS Brakes Optional --
Driver Airbag Optional --
Passenger Airbag Optional --
Front Side Airbags Optional --
Curtain Airbags Optional --
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall 5 stars --
Front Crash Overall 5 stars --
Front Crash Driver 5 stars --
Front Crash Passenger 4 stars --
Side Crash Overall 5 stars --
Side Barrier Driver 5 stars --
Side Barrier Passenger 5 stars --
Side Pole Driver 5 stars --
Rollover 5 stars --
Comfort and Convenience
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Optional --
Radio Optional --
Power Windows Optional --
Power Door Locks Optional --
Driver Power Seats Optional --
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats --
Front Legroom 45.5 in --
Back Legroom 35.6 in --
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 15.9 cu ft --
Exterior
Length 191.1 in --
Width 73.2 in --
Height 57.7 in --
Wheelbase 110.4 in --

Available Options

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Ebony Black
  • Gravity Grey
  • Horizon Blue
  • Sangria
  • Snow White Pearl
  • Sparkling Silver
2017 Kia Rondo
EX

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