The Kia Amanti, known as the Opirus globally, marked Kia's entry into the premium sedan market from 2004 to 2009 in North America, offering a blend of luxury and comfort in a full-size sedan.
Initially powered by a 3.5L V6 producing 200 horsepower and 220 lb-ft of torque, the Amanti received a significant performance upgrade in 2007 with the introduction of a 3.8L V6 engine, delivering 264 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque—a 32% power increase.
Both engines were paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and Sportmatic shifter, driving the front wheels.
The 2007 facelift also reduced the vehicle's weight by 250 pounds, further enhancing its performance.
Scroll down to see the detailed horsepower and torque data below.
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2009 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
The 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a 3.8L V6 engine producing 264 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive Sportmatic shifter.
2009 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Sedan |
3.8L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
264 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2008 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
The 2008 Kia Amanti is equipped with a 3.8L V6 engine producing 264 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive Sportmatic shifter.
2008 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Sedan |
3.8L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
264 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2007 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
The 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a 3.8L V6 engine producing 264 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive Sportmatic shifter.
2007 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Sedan |
3.8L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
264 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2006 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
The 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine producing 200 horsepower and 220 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive Sportmatic shifter.
2006 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
220 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
2005 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
The 2005 Kia Amanti is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine producing 200 horsepower and 220 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with an overdrive Sportmatic shifter.
2005 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
220 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
2004 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
The 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine producing 200 horsepower and 220 lb-ft of torque.
It features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2004 Kia Amanti Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Base Sedan |
3.5L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
220 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
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