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2016 Kia Optima SX Limited Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh As turbocharged four-cylinder engines go, the Kia Optima's 2.0-liter performs pretty well. Though horsepower is down from the previous generation's 274 to 245, the revised engine is significantly smoother and quieter. The problem with this engine: it doesn't approach competing V6s in subjective or objective performance. It doesn't sound... Comparison vehicle: 2016 Nissan Maxima |
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2016 Chevrolet Malibu Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh Fitted with a 250-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (much like that similarly optional in the 2013-2015) and a new eight-speed automatic transmission, and carrying fewer pounds, the Chevrolet Malibu is quicker than four-cylinder competitors, including the Kia Optima. But it's not as quick as the V6s from Honda, Toyota, Nissan,... Comparison vehicle: 2016 Kia Optima |
Beauty is skin deep on the Optima 2012 Kia Optima Pros and Cons Member5802 Having owned a non turbo ex which was a dog, I traded in less than one year for the E Turbo... |
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Beauty is skin deep on the Optima 2012 Kia Optima Pros and Cons Member5802 Having owned a non turbo ex which was a dog, I traded in less than one year for the E Turbo... |
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2013 Kia Optima SXL Review Official TrueDelta review by Michael Karesh The Kia Optima SXL's 274-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is among the strongest in the segment. Despite the use of boost, the power flows smoothly and linearly, without the surges and lags that often plague turbocharged engines at part throttle. Go full throttle to the redline, and the engine also... Comparison vehicle: 2013 Ford Fusion |
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Looks and performance from a surprising company 2013 Kia Optima Pros and Cons Member3901 The SX Limited has the 274 HP turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which is more than sufficiently powerful. In comparing to the 2010 Acura TL I had, (3.5L V6 at 280HP), there's a hint of turbo lag with the Kia, but it's still quicker to 60MPH. When it hits its peak, the... |
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2011 Kia Optima Pros and Cons Member5110 Amazing combo of turbo torque and mpg potential if you stay out of the turbo. 6 spd paddle shifters, or "Eco" mode for high mpg. On trips as much as 33 mpg ! But 274 bhp available if needed. |
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2009 Kia Optima Pros and Cons A member in Kentucky, United States Engine shakes below 1500 RPM, underpowered |
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2007 Kia Optima Pros and Cons A member in Michigan, United States The 4 cylinder is surprisingly powerful, and gets EXCELLENT gas mileage |
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2004 Kia Optima Pros and Cons Member124 I wish it had at least 250 HP and still had the same efficiency, I think with the new Sonatas Kia could pump up the V6. |