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2001 Kia Optima Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Length | 4,719 mm |
| Width | 1,816 mm |
| Height | 1,410 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,488 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,019 mm (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 385 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2001 Kia Optima
| 2001 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could comfortably fit 3 adults in back. Actually has rear leg room! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2001 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fine for short trips, but seats become uncomfortable on long trips (hurts back). Perhaps upper end model better or offer better adjustment. see full Kia Optima review |
2001 Kia Optima Specs: Engines, Transmissions, and Drivetrains
| Engines | Transmissions | Drivetrains |
| 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 149 hp@5500 156 lb-ft@3000 |
4-speed automatic | FWD |
| 5-speed manual | FWD | |
| 2.5L V6 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6000 166 lb-ft@4000 |
4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | FWD |
2001 Kia Optima MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Sedan | LX | 16,195 | 15,055 | 590 |
| 4dr Sedan | SE | 18,900 | 17,420 | 590 |
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