Kia Optima/Magentis
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| Manufacturer | Kia Motors |
| Parent company | Hyundai Kia Automotive Group |
| Production | 2001-present |
| Assembly | Hwasung, South Korea |
| Predecessor | Kia Clarus |
| Class | Mid-size |
| Body style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FF layout |
The Kia Magentis is a mid-size four-door sedan manufactured by Kia Motors and marketed globally through two generations and various nameplates.
The car has been marketed as the Lotze (hangul:기아 로체) in South Korea, and as the Optima in the United States since 2001, Australia since 2001, and Europe since 2002. In Chile the first generation was marketed as Optima, and since as Magentis.
The Optima is produced for the Chinese market by the Dongfeng Yueda Kia Automobile Company, a joint venture with Kia.
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| Also called | Kia Magentis Kia Optima Regal (Korea) |
| Production | 2001–2006 |
| Engine(s) | 2.4 L Theta I4, 138 hp (107 kW) 2.7 L Delta V6, 170 hp (138 kW)Delta 2.5 L V6, 169 hp (138 kW) |
| Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (2700 mm) |
| Length | 185.8 in (4719 mm) |
| Width | 71.5 in (1816 mm) |
| Height | 55.5 in (1410 mm) |
| Related | Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Grandeur/XG |
The 2001 through 2005 model year Magentis were mechanically identical to their sister car, the Hyundai Sonata. Thereafter the Kia Optima differed only from the Sonata in exterior styling and options.
[edit] 2003
The styling of the Magentis/Optima was revamped for the 2003 model year. The grille was redesigned for 2004 to feature the Kia badge, and the headlights were restyled for 2005.
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| Also called | Kia Lotze Kia Magentis Kia Lotze Innovation |
| Production | 2006.5– Present |
| Engine(s) | 2.0L 145 hp (108 kW) I4 2.4L Theta 161 hp (120 kW) I4 2.7L Mu 185 hp (138 kW) V6 |
| Transmission(s) | 5-speed automatic and manual |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in (2720 mm) |
| Length | 2009-:189.0 in (4801 mm) 2006-08: 186.4 in (4735 mm) |
| Width | 71.1 in (1806 mm) |
| Height | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
| Related | Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Grandeur/Azera Kia Carens/Rondo |
The revised Optima was launched in November 2005 in Korea; and for North America on January 9, 2006 at the North American International Auto Show, now differing to a greater degree from the Sonata.
Unlike the previous Optima, this vehicle no longer shares its platform with the current generation Sonata (NF) nor Hyundai Elantra (HD). It instead uses a global platform, unique to Kia, designated "MG," shared with the the Kia Carens/Rondo.
The car continues to be built in South Korea. The current Optima/Magentis shares its 2.4L I4 engine with the Sonata, and uses a 5-speed "Sportmatic" automatic or 5-speed manual transmission.
The Optima received a crash test rating of 5-stars from the NHTSA[1] and 4-stars from Euro NCAP[2].
[edit] 2009
The Optima received a redesigned front end and new taillights for the 2009 model year. This facelift debuted at the 2008 New York International Auto Show. In South Korea, it is marketed as the 'Lotze Innovation.' Noticeable differences from the USDM model include LED taillights, different grille, and more technological options such as push-start button.
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| Sephia/Mentor | Sephia/Mentor | Spectra/Shuma | Spectra/Cerato | |||||||||||||||||
| Mid-size | Clarus/Credos | Optima/Magentis | Optima/Magentis/Lotze | |||||||||||||||||
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| Compact MPV | Carens | Carens | Carens/Rondo | |||||||||||||||||
| Minivan | Carnival & Sedona | Carnival & Sedona | ||||||||||||||||||
| Pickup truck | Bongo Frontier | Bongo Frontier | Bongo III | |||||||||||||||||
[edit] References
The Kia Optima 2.7L Quad V6 engine also could be considered the most powerful engine in the class as it generats 262 hp (195 kW). It can let the optima to reach 0-60 mph in 5.9 sec. and 269 km/h as top speed
[edit] External links
- Kia Motors Lotze Homepage
- Official website: http://www.kia.com/optima/index.php
- Kia Optima (Magentis) Performance Mods: http://www.kfxperformance.com
- Kia Optima at AutoGuide Wiki.com: http://www.autoguidewiki.com/Kia_Optima_EX
- UK's Honest John's Magentis roadtest: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road_tests/index.htm?id=26
- 2006.5 Kia Optima review (US-spec) at About.com: http://cars.about.com/od/kia/fr/ag_06OptimaLX.htm
- The Korean Garage A place for KIA owners to share their car with others and find performance parts retailers.
