2016 Kia Optima Review

2016 Kia Optima Review

Posted on September 15, 2015

2016 Kia Optima | Sophisticated Freedom

Cruise the streets in the 2016 Kia Optima and never look back. With world-class engineering and an array of interior and exterior features that make everyday driving a breeze, you are given the opportunity for greatness. Available in the LX, EX, EX Luxury and SX, you will not be disappointed with the vehicle that has been build around your needs and wants.

On the inside of the 2016 Kia Optima, the soft comfort and high-tech environment offer you an at-home feeling on the road. With many options available to you for a customizable and personal feel, you are able to control how your needs are met. The available dual-zone automatic climate control ensures that you are always sitting in the most optimal climate by allowing the driver and passenger to choose their own temperature settings. An available all-new steering wheel design enhances driver handing, while the available heating function makes those cold winter morning more doable. Enjoy the freedom that comes with the hands-free technology of voice-activated Bluetooth. Take your calls on the road but allow this system to keep your eyes and focus where they should be. Through the technology of UVO Powered by Microsoft, you have access to a system that offers audio entertainment and navigation. The exterior design is bold and sophisticated and speaks of a higher sense of style. With LED ‘Light Bar’ taillights and available HID Xenon headlights you enjoy the ability to see and be seen in a vast array of driving conditions. Add the optional two-panel panoramic sunroof to either tilt or slide open the sunroof to experience an open-air environment and fresh breeze. Drive in the freedom that comes from intelligent design.

The 2016 Kia Optima offers two powerful and capable engines to bring you a smooth ride. With the 2.0L Turbo GDI engine, you have up to 274 horsepower for a ride that is full of determination and is capable of going further. Thanks to the 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, you are able to reach new territory with agility and control.
2016 Kia Optima Engines:

* 2.4L GDI Theta II 4-cylinder: 192 horsepower with 181 lb-ft of torque
* 2.0L Turbo GDI Theta II 4-cylinder engine: 274 horsepower with 269 lb-ft of torque

Keep going with resilient features that ensure you stay on your path of intent to reach your destination. Surround yourself with safety features in the 2016 Kia Optima and drive with confidence. Starting with a reinforced body structure you are given added crash protection at the root of the design. Thanks to the standard hill-start assist control, you are able to keep from rolling backward when starting on a steep hill through the use of automatically holding brake pressure. The available blind spot detection system provides radars on both sides of the rear bumper to detect vehicles entering your blind spots. Drive with peace of mind, knowing that the 2016 Kia Optima has got your back, and front, and sides. Bring luxury and performance together and learn more about this stylish sedan from Eastside Kia.

Kelly Temple
Eastside Kia