Kia Optima 2013 Owner's Manual

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With world-class engineering, outstanding performance and ad-

vanced safety systems, the 2013 Kia Optima gives you good reason to be passionate
about driving a midsize sedan. It combines bold exterior styling, performance and a
spacious, luxurious cabin. It also comes with a long list of technologically advanced
features for your entertainment, convenience and safety. Like all Kia models, every
Optima comes with an industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, * See Features and Specifications pages for availability and endnotes. *Not all optional features are available on all trims. †No system, no matter how advanced, can prevent all accidents.
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HORSEPOWER AND MPG

The Optima LX and EX are both

equipped with a 2.4L 200-hp

4-cylinder engine that provides

outstanding acceleration and fuel

efficiency of 24 city/35 hwy mpg.

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GDI

SPACIOUSNESS

A spacious and luxurious cabin

is designed to let five people

travel in comfort. There’s

plenty of cargo space thanks

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to a roomy trunk.

ADVANCED SAFETY SYSTEMS†

All Optimas have a long list

of standard safety features,

including six airbags,

Stability Control and Vehicle

Stability Management.

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Electronic

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY

A voice-command navigation

system with rear-camera

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display,

and both air-cooled

and heated front seats are

available on select models.*

SLEEK STYLING

Sculpted bodywork features

a contemporary design and

enhanced aerodynamics, while

unique grilles and alloy wheels

help define each model.

TURBO PERFORMANCE

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Optima SX is equipped with a 2.0L GDI

Turbo engine. It provides the benefit of

4-cylinder fuel efficiency

ering the horsepower of V6 engines.

SMOOTH, PRECISE HANDLING

Optima has four-wheel independent

suspension featuring front MacPherson

struts and a rear multi-link design with

High-Performance Dampers for a remark-

ably smooth ride without sacrificing its

agile handling characteristics.

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while deliv-

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SPORTMATIC

The 6-speed automatic transmission

provides smooth, seamless shifting.

Its Sportmatic function allows you to

choose between automatic mode or,

for a sportier driving experience, clutch-

free manual shifting.

STYLE AND PERFORMANCE

The Optima SX has steering-wheel-

mounted paddle shifters for fingertip

control of the Sportmatic transmission.

It also has a sport-tuned suspension,

18-inch alloy wheels with black-colored

front calipers, HID headlights, LED

taillights and a rear spoiler.

EXCEPTIONAL FUEL EFFICIENCY

Optima features a “smart alternator,”

Electric Power Steering and silica tires,

all of which contribute to its outstanding

24 city/35 hwy mpg for the 2.4L and 22

city/34 hwy mpg for the 2.0L engine.

ACTIVE ECO SYSTEM

With a push of the Eco button, it adjusts

the engine and trans mission calibration

to optimize fuel efficiency.

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TRANSMISSION

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With the Optima SX, exhilaration is standard. The key to its exciting

performance is its turbocharged 2.0L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) I4 engine that
delivers 274 horsepower and fuel efficiency of 22 city/34 hwy mpg.
has a standard 6-speed Sportmatic

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transmission for an even sportier driving experience.

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The Optima also

ONE OF THE CLEANEST,

MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT

VEHICLES

ON THE ROAD

FOR THE 201 2 OPTIMA

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The new Optima Limited delivers a remarkable combination of per-

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formance, elegance and technology. Like the Optima SX, it features a GDI turbocharged
engine generating 274 horsepower and fuel efficiency of up to 22 city/34 hwy mpg.
Optima Limited adds innovative features such as an electronic parking brake and its own
unique exterior touches, including 18-inch chrome wheels, red brake calipers, LED daytime
running lights, chrome accent side trim and rear spoiler. Consider the Optima Limited a
trophy you’ll want to display proudly on the road and at home.

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The

ELEGANCE AND TECHNOLOGY

The Optima Limited includes an impressive

array of features. A panoramic sunroof lets

you enjoy pleasant weather while an

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Infinity

audio system with eight speakers

provides remarkable audio quality so you

can travel in comfort.

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NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM

For both impressive comfort and el-

egance, the Optima Limited features

a choice of striking white or black Nappa

leather. You’ll appreciate the soft, supple

feel and natural appearance of this

premium full-grain leather.

LUXURY THROUGHOUT

The Optima Limited offers a variety of

luxurious amenities, including heated front

seats and rear seat cushion, air-cooled front

seats and a four-way power adjustable

front-passenger seat. Wood interior accents

add to its sophisticated design.

STATE-OF-THE-ART FEATURES

To make driving more convenient than

ever, the Optima Limited features a rear-

camera display

navigation system, giving you access

to detailed highway conditions from

SiriusXM Traffic.

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and a voice-command

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