The Kia Optima, later rebranded as the Kia K5 globally in 2019, is a mid-size sedan that has been a staple in Kia's lineup since 2000, offering a balance of practicality and performance.
Over its production span, the Optima/K5 showcased a variety of engine options, ranging from a 2.4L engine producing 138 horsepower in 2006 to a 2.0L turbocharged engine delivering 274 horsepower and 276 lb-ft of torque by 2020.
Transmission options included 5-speed manuals, 6-speed automatics, and even a 7-speed auto-shift manual, all paired with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout.
Notably, the 2020 model introduced a 2.0L plug-in hybrid configuration, signaling Kia's move toward electrification.
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Fifth Generation: 2019-2025
The fifth-generation Kia Optima (K5) offers a range of powertrains, including a 1.6L turbocharged inline-four producing 180 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque, and a high-performance 2.5L turbocharged inline-four delivering 286 hp and 311 lb-ft, paired with an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
A newly available all-wheel-drive system distinguishes it from its predecessor, while the 2025 facelift introduces a base 2.5L naturally aspirated engine with 191 hp and 181 lb-ft.
Notably, the K5 integrates advanced technology, including dual 12-inch interior screens and a rotary gear selector in its updated cabin.
2020 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2020 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 178 hp with the 1.6L engine to 245 hp with the 2.0L engine, both utilizing automatic transmissions.
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 276 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine, all configurations featuring front-wheel drive.
2020 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
276 ft-lbs @ 2,330 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SE Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| S Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2020 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Premium Sedan |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| EX |
2.0L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
276 ft-lbs @ 2,330 rpm |
| EX |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| SX |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SE |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2020 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| S |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Premium DCT |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| EX DCT |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
2019 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2019 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 178 hp with the 1.6L engine to 245 hp with the 2.0L engine.
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 276 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine.
All configurations utilize automatic transmissions, with front-wheel drive as the standard drivetrain layout.
2019 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
276 ft-lbs @ 2,330 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| S Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2019 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| EX |
2.0L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
276 ft-lbs @ 2,330 rpm |
| EX |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| SX |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| S |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2019 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX DCT |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
Fourth Generation: 2015-2018
The 2015-2018 Kia Optima offered a range of powertrains, including a 1.6L turbocharged engine producing 178 hp paired with a 7-speed auto-shift manual transmission, and a 2.0L turbocharged engine delivering up to 274 hp with a 6-speed automatic.
All models featured front-wheel drive (FWD) configurations.
A notable innovation was the plug-in hybrid variant, combining a 2.0L GDI engine with a 50 kW electric motor and a 9.8 kWh battery, achieving a 27-mile all-electric range and a low drag coefficient of 0.24 Cd.
2018 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2018 Kia Optima features a horsepower range from 178 hp with the 1.6L I4 engine to 245 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 276 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine.
The vehicle is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive configuration.
2018 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
276 ft-lbs @ 2,330 rpm |
| Premium Sedan |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| S Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2018 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2017 Kia Optima2017 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2017 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 178 hp with the 1.6L I4 engine to 245 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Torque varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 276 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Transmission options include a 7-speed automatic with manual shift mode and a 6-speed automatic, both configured for front-wheel drive.
2017 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Plug-In Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
202 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
276 ft-lbs @ 2,330 rpm |
| Sedan |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs @ 1,770 rpm |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
2017 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2016 Kia Optima2016 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2016 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 178 hp with the 1.6L I4 engine to 245 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Torque output varies from 178 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 260 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration and is equipped with either a 7-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission, depending on the engine choice.
2016 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
235 ft-lbs @ 1,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
235 ft-lbs @ 1,000 rpm |
| SXL Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
245 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
260 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
1.6L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 7 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
195 ft-lbs @ 1,500 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2016 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
178 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2015 Kia Optima Horsepower
The Kia Optima features a horsepower range from 192 hp with the 2.4L I4 engine to 274 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Torque output varies from 181 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and utilize a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2015 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
235 ft-lbs @ 1,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
235 ft-lbs @ 1,000 rpm |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,650 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,650 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2015 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
Third Generation: 2010-2014
The 2010-2014 Kia Optima offered a range of powertrains, including a 2.4L GDI engine producing 175 hp and 169 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L turbocharged engine delivering 274 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, both paired with 6-speed automatic or manual transmissions.
A hybrid variant combined a 2.4L MPI engine with a 30 kW electric motor, achieving up to 39 mpg highway and featuring a lightweight lithium polymer battery.
Notably, the turbocharged model shared its powertrain with the Hyundai Sonata 2.0T, emphasizing performance within the midsize sedan segment.
2014 Kia Optima Horsepower
The Kia Optima features a horsepower range from 192 hp with the 2.4L I4 engine to 274 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Torque output varies from 181 lb-ft with the 2.4L I4 engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine.
Both engine configurations are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and utilize a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2014 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
235 ft-lbs @ 1,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
199 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
235 ft-lbs @ 1,000 rpm |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,650 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,650 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2014 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
192 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2013 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2013 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 199 hp with the 2.4L inline-4 engine to 274 hp with the 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine.
Torque output varies from 186 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine, both paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive configuration.
2013 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
199 hp |
235 ft-lbs |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
199 hp |
235 ft-lbs |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
200 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
186 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
200 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
186 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2012 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2012 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with the 2.4L engine to 274 hp with the 2.0L engine.
Torque output varies from 186 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine.
Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic with manual shift capability, and the drivetrain configuration is front-wheel drive.
2012 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,750 rpm |
| SX Limited Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,750 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
186 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
206 hp |
195 ft-lbs |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,750 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
200 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
186 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2011 Kia Optima Horsepower
The Kia Optima 2011 offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with the 2.4L engine to 274 hp with the 2.0L engine.
Torque output varies from 186 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 269 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine.
The vehicle is equipped with a front-wheel-drive configuration and is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.
2011 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,750 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
186 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| Sedan |
2.4L | Hybrid | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
206 hp |
195 ft-lbs |
| EX Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
274 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
269 ft-lbs @ 1,750 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/manual shift | FWD |
200 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
186 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2010 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2010 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 175 hp with the 2.4L engine to 194 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 169 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 184 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, both paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive configuration.
2010 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
194 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
184 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
194 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
184 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
175 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
169 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
175 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
169 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
175 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
169 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
Second Generation: 2005-2009
The second-generation Kia Optima (2005-2009) offered a range of engine configurations, including a 2.4L inline-four producing up to 176 hp and 169 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.7L V6 delivering 193 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission options included a 5-speed manual, a 4-speed automatic, and a 5-speed automatic with Sportmatic (manual shift mode), all paired with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout.
A key innovation was the introduction of the Theta II 2.4L engine, featuring dual continuously variable valve timing (CVVT) and a variable intake system (VIS) for improved power and efficiency.
2009 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2009 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 175 hp with the 2.4L engine to 194 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 169 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 184 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Both engine configurations are paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission and feature a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2009 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
194 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
184 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
194 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
184 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| SX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
175 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
169 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
175 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
169 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
175 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
169 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2008 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2008 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 162 hp with the 2.4L engine to 185 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 164 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 182 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic with Sportmatic shifter, and the drivetrain configuration is front-wheel drive (FWD).
2008 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
182 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
182 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
162 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
164 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
162 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
164 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2007 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2007 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 162 hp with the 2.4L engine to 185 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 164 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 182 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic with Sportmatic shifter, and the vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration.
2007 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
182 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
182 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
162 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
164 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
162 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
164 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2006 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2006 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 138 hp with the 2.4L engine to 185 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 147 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 182 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic with Sportmatic shifter, and the vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration.
2006 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
182 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
185 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
182 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
2006 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque Continued
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
161 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
163 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
161 hp @ 5,800 rpm |
163 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |
2005 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with two engine options: a 2.4L inline-4 producing 138 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.7L V6 generating 170 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.4L engine and a 4-speed automatic with overdrive and Sportmatic shifter for the 2.7L engine.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration across all variants.
2005 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD Sportmatic shifter | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
First Generation: 2000-2004
The 2000-2004 Kia Optima offered a range of engine configurations, including a 2.4L inline-4 producing 138 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.7L V6 delivering up to 178 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque.
Drivetrain options were limited to front-wheel drive (FWD), paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
A key advancement for this generation was the introduction of the 2.7L V6, which provided improved power output and became standard in later models.
2004 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with two engine options: a 2.4L inline-4 producing 138 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.7L V6 generating 170 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.4L engine and a 4-speed automatic with overdrive for the 2.7L engine.
The vehicle features a front-wheel-drive configuration across all variants.
2004 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
| EX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
2003 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2003 Kia Optima is equipped with two engine options: a 2.4L inline-4 producing 138 hp and 147 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.7L V6 generating 170 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines are paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission and feature a front-wheel-drive configuration.
2003 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SE Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SE Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
147 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
2002 Kia Optima Horsepower
The 2002 Kia Optima offers a horsepower range from 149 hp with the 2.4L engine to 178 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 159 lb-ft with the 2.4L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
The vehicle is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission for the 2.4L engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive for the 2.7L engine.
Drivetrain configuration is front-wheel drive (FWD) for both engine options.
2002 Kia Optima Horsepower And Torque
| Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
| SE Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
178 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| SE Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
149 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
159 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
| LX Sedan |
2.4L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual | FWD |
149 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
159 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
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