Since the car is not entirely new, I will not describe its exterior. Each of you can go outside, stand at the nearest traffic light and wait a couple of minutes. You will definitely see at least one Optima, is it just a GT or not? If the nameplate is not visible, how can you distinguish Optima in this configuration from cheaper versions?
Korean trick: in addition to the specified configuration, there is also a GT Line very similar to it. The main difference between them, of course, is in the engines (on the GT Line there is a weaker naturally aspirated 2.4 GDI with a capacity of 188 hp), but there are also external differences.
From the front, the LED headlights are the first sign of a true GT. By the way, not all manufacturers condescend to install washers with LED light (they usually do it with xenon), but Optima has washers. “Lovely, just lovely,” as one of my acquaintances a crow used to say in a famous cartoon about a nihilistic parrot.
The second distinctive feature is the 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/45 tires. They are very similar on the GT Line, but our car has a twist that can be seen through these same alloy wheels: red brake calipers. And on the GT Line they are red only in front, and our GT is so sporty and aggressive that the calipers of the same color are on the back. Beauty - you can't take your eyes off.
Otherwise, the GT Line and GT are the same on the outside. Therefore, to find a few more differences, we will have to open the door and sit in the salon.
What makes any Optima happy is the size of the cabin. They did not save on space, and it is better for a person with geographic cretinism (and there are such people) to take a compass with him to the salon. But it's especially nice that this whole really huge passenger compartment is made of high-quality materials, so the usual question in such cars (damn it, why should I pay almost two million?) I did not have. The interior here was painted by a person with a good sense of taste, and not with an excess of plastic under the "piano lacquer" in the warehouse.
And at the same time, a reference to the German classics is felt in the interior: the center console is turned towards the driver, the top line of the doors follows the line along the bottom of the windshield, forming one whole with them. Classics - that's why it's a classic to repeat it periodically. The main thing is that it all looks appropriate and does not look like a cheap copy. In a word, we put a solid A for the salon, sit down in a chair and try to evaluate the fit and ergonomics.
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Everything and a little more
The first thing you touch in the car is the chair. And it pleases in Optima: the range of adjustments allows you to sit down as comfortably as possible, and the memory for two positions makes it possible for two drivers to drive without much hassle. There are no complaints about the chair itself, it is quite rigid, but with good lateral support, a long pillow and - what is especially important for us - the GT lettering.
The steering wheel is another feature of our equipment. Its feature is the thinning of the rim over the side spokes and, of course, the cut at the bottom. To be honest, I didn't like those thin areas above the spokes - maybe my feet are too big for the thin areas of the rim. But the rest of the steering wheel is very good, and one cannot help but notice how organically it echoes with the chairs: leather with red stitching looks not so sporty, but somehow serious and even expensive. Of course, the automatic transmission selector is also "dressed" in the same leather with stitching.
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In addition to leather, aluminum is also used in the interior decoration. And it looks much more expensive than plastic "wood" inserts. In general, the interior is very different from what Korean business sedans have taught us. Here, finally, everything is done thoughtfully, with taste and from really good materials. Although, of course, the leather on the upholstery of the doors and panels is only called leather, but this substitute also looks quite decent.
It would be a crime to build such a car and not install a panoramic sunroof. The Koreans did not go to it, so these things are also in the GT, which makes the interior seem even larger and more spacious.
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It seems that my natural reserve of molasses has dried up, so let's start the engine and go to wind our 1,500 kilometers.
From joy to refueling
We start the engine with a button. We start it - and we don't hear anything: the sound insulation is very good, and, looking ahead, I will say that the car is also very quiet on the move. So, what engine did we just start up?
Engine
2.0 l, 245 hp
Our engine is a 2-liter unit of the Theta-II series with direct fuel injection. Not only do we look at GDI with caution, but it is also turbocharged. Yes, this unit causes fear, partly even deservedly - we will dwell on this issue in the next article about Optima, which will be devoted to maintenance and repair. But why not leave aside gloomy thoughts about the turbine and fuel injection pump and just enjoy driving? Yes Easy!
A distinctive feature of this motor is a huge range of maximum torque. The latter is 350 Nm and is available at 1,400 to 4,000 rpm. Maximum power - 245 HP at 6,000 rpm. This beast accelerates to the first hundred in 7.4 seconds. There is no data on the acceleration speed to 200 km / h, but there is a maximum speed. And its magnitude is 240 km / h. Unfortunately, I personally could not verify this fact, but the Optima GT gains 200 km / h easily (here I felt ashamed and I blushed).
So the engine is running. We have an automatic box (this configuration is not required for another), so we translate the selector and get under way.
Dimensions (edit)
4 855/1 860/1 485 mm
Immediately, we note: the noise in the car did not increase, and leaving the tight parking lot did not become a difficult task, although the dimensions of the car are decent (4 855/1 860/1 485 mm). Cameras, of which there are two - both in front and behind, help to partly boldly ride in tight spaces. The review "from above" is implemented, however, traditionally in Korean, nondescript, but in general the cameras cope with the tasks. What else is there to help the driver?
What's in this car at a glance: Blind Spot Assist (BSD), Reverse Exit Parking Assist (RCTA), Automatic Windshield Defogger, Rain Sensor, Intelligent Auto Parking, Electric Parking Brake (EPB) ) with Autohold function. The list is far from complete, but I have no intention of copying the equipment brochure here. But what I have highlighted, for various reasons, deserves a more detailed consideration.
Acceleration to 100 km / h
7.4 seconds
The blind spot monitoring system on Optima is almost a necessity: I have not had to deal with such flawed mirrors for a long time. Maybe someone clever can explain to me why they are made of this shape, with a cut off the top corner? I can somehow come to terms with the lack of a bottom corner, but when a very useful mirror area is sacrificed to design, I feel sad. When reversing, the mirrors can automatically tilt downward. But they are so narrow that this capability makes the driver completely blind. Well, when rebuilding in tight traffic, the BSD system is often useful.
Regarding the automatic windshield fogging prevention system, and the entire Optima climate system, the following must be said. I usually don't like the way the climate control works in Koreans. He either tries to burn his face or freeze him - there is no middle ground for him. But in Optima (it's still a business class!) It works as expected. But there is also a drawback - it is a very noisy work. If you start adding fan speed, it looks like an old vacuum cleaner is turning on somewhere. And it sucks the nobility of the GT completely. Here is the same trouble with the fogging of the windshield: it is worth directing air at it and making its flow a little stronger, as the howl of the wind rises, which does not allow using some options with pleasure.
I somehow quickly lost interest in all kinds of car parkers: they work slowly, they look for much more places than they really need, and in a city they are usually completely useless. But Optima's intelligent automatic parking system surprised me with its adequacy. Its only drawback is the disregard for what is happening on the opposite side of the parking lot. Fully surrendering to the desire to take an empty seat, Optima fearlessly turns the steering wheel. And if the road is narrow, then it is ready to ram cars (or a wall) from the opposite side. In a word, rely on the system, but do not make a mistake yourself.
But many other things (rain sensor, Autohold function, navigation system with 8-inch display) work perfectly. An unpleasant aftertaste only remained from the inoperative driver's window regulator closer: it worked, then it didn't. Moreover, I did not notice the logic in his behavior.
But back to the trip.
At high revs with active pedaling, the motor is still audible. But this does not bother: active driving presupposes the presence of at least some kind of sound response from the motor. If you put the car in sport mode, and tug the paddle shifters of the box with your fingers, then Optima becomes a very lively car. Rubber does not allow to fully appreciate the dynamics: it lacks a grip, and it begins to grind. But even without this, it is clear that the letters GT are here for a reason.
And yet the GT element is the track. Relaxing comfortably in the seat, you can tirelessly devour hundreds of kilometers, and at the same time - entertain yourself with music from the Harman / Kardon audio system with ten speakers (including a subwoofer). You can also connect your phone to it via Bluetooth. Everything works quickly, the touchscreen display with adequate responses and a human interface is also pleasing. The only inconvenience can arise if you get too carried away looking at the sky through the panoramic roof: on a sunny day, it makes the cabin too sunny in the cabin, and nothing is visible on the display. But this is already nit-picking.
In general, the six-speed gearbox does the job too. It's hard to call it delicate, switching in city mode is very noticeable. But it works predictably, and I will not complain about it.
Unfortunately, our roads are very far from ideal. Fortunately, the Optima has an amazing suspension. They did not skimp on the rear multi-link (as, for example, on the new Hyundai Elantra with its beam), which is great. The car not only does not wag its back with or without reason, but also does not pay attention to the rut. Yes, this is exactly the "Gran Turismo" on which you want to travel.
This is facilitated by the consumption of gasoline: the 70-liter tank was just enough to pick up the car in Moscow and drive to the center of St. Petersburg (this is about 730 kilometers). But in the city ... In the city, I would not trust the readings of the on-board computer. This digital partisan, even under torture, did not show me more than 10.5 liters per hundred kilometers. In fact, the consumption was at least 15 liters, and maybe even a little more.
By the way, there is another story connected with gasoline. The instructions indicate the requirement for gasoline: AI-92 / AI-95. On the tank flap - AI-92. What? "Ninety-second" gasoline in a direct injection GDI engine? Come on! I poured both such and such. There is no difference in consumption or dynamics. But something tells me that this engine is not too happy with 92nd gasoline.
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Overall, the Kia Optima GT is a very interesting car. A very good interior, excellent handling, maximum comfort, decent dynamics - that's all about Optima. But how long the Jidiay will last, and even on the gasoline recommended by the manufacturer, is a big question. And if they do not ask themselves, then this car is definitely worth its money (1 809 thousand).
Despite the fact that the fourth generation Optima is developed on the modernized platform of its predecessor, there are almost no interchangeable parts between the two models. For example, while the configuration of the doorways has been preserved, the A-pillars and B-pillars are now manufactured using advanced hot-stamping technology, and the share of high-strength steels in the body structure has increased from 20 percent to 51. The number of adhesive seams that join parts together, in addition to welding, is even more impressive: the total length was 21 meters, but now it is almost 120. As a result, the rigidity of the body increased by one and a half times, and its weight, at least slightly, but still decreased.
A similar picture is in the chassis design. The McPherson front suspension has a new subframe with different attachment points to the body and hubs with reinforced bearings, in the rear multi-link - the same thing, plus the changed kinematics due to the elongated trailing arms (which is why the wheelbase has grown by a centimeter). And in the GT version, more rigid silent blocks and an original steering mechanism are used, with an electric power steering mounted on a "rail" (in "civilian" modifications it is on the steering shaft), and a "shorter" gear ratio.
The two-liter turbo Optima GT, like the 2.4-liter naturally aspirated, belongs to the Theta II family, the history of which dates back to the World Engine project, implemented at the beginning of the century by the Chrysler-Hyundai-Mitsubishi consortium. Engines of different brands are not identical, but the architecture is common: these are aluminum "fours" with two camshafts, phase shifters and variable intake manifold. Two-liter units are "square", that is, the diameter of the cylinders is equal to the piston stroke (86 mm), and the 2.4-liter units are slightly "bored", 88x97 mm. Thus, the 188-horsepower G4KG engine on the new Optima can be considered a sibling of the 4V11 unit from Mitsubishi Outlander, adjusted for direct petrol injection instead of distributed one. And the top-end turbocharged G4KH is called a technical clone of the famous 4V11T from the latest generation of the cult Lancer Evolution, although the engines differ significantly both in individual elements and in operational characteristics, for example, in the volume of engine oil.
The two-liter engine, basic for the Russian specification, belongs to the more recent Nu family, which has a smaller cylinder diameter (81 mm) and a double variable valve timing system. But the automatic transmission of the two aspirated engines is common, with the designation A6MF2, while the turbocharged Optima GT is equipped with an A6LF2 transmission capable of “digesting” more torque. Classic six-speed hydromechanical "automatic machines" since 2009 have replaced "five-step" copied from Mitsubishi boxes, and they got rid of "childhood diseases" long ago. By the way, Hyundai-Kia is one of the few automakers that produce “automatic machines” on their own, rather than ordering them on the side.
Updated sedan
The KIA Optima is a front-wheel drive mid-size sedan. The car has been produced since 2000 and is one of the brightest representatives of the business class. The updated model has a solid design, luxurious interior, and modern functionality that gives it superior dynamics and comfort. The bold body lines are complemented by striking LED optics. You can buy a new sedan in Moscow at a bargain price from an authorized dealer - U Service + Group of Companies.
Harmonious lines, striking details, eye-catching contours and striking headlights make the sedan easy to draw attention to.
The image of a born winner
The signature radiator grill and original headlights give the vehicle a dynamic and elegant look. Electric power steering and an impressive 2,805 mm wheelbase ensure easy handling. The luxurious interior with carefully thought-out ergonomics makes even long journeys comfortable.
The embodiment of corporate identity
The glazed C-pillar and the elegant profile of the boot lid with rear wing make the sedan absolutely unique. The wheel rims are available in a variety of options to give the exterior even more uniqueness. The new car is also capable of impressing with wide functionality that maintains comfort at a high level.
In the basic version, the sedan is equipped with:
- electric outside mirrors;
- an assistant for maintaining exchange rate stability;
- emergency braking warning function;
- airbags;
- LED running lights;
- the assistant to start the movement from the rise.
The range of engines allows you to buy KIA Optima New with one of three highly efficient gasoline engines - 2.0 Turbo GDI, 2.4 GDI or 2.0 MPI.
The car is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission with 4 driving modes - Comfort, Eco, Sport and Smart. The system adjusts the shift point to suit the selected driving style, maintaining the best performance and economy.
Engines
TECHNOLOGIES OF COMFORT
Safety
The modern city is characterized by a high rhythm of life. Modern technologies used in the new KIA Optima ensure predictable vehicle behavior and maximum safety on the road. You can drive in complete peace of mind without worrying about yourself and the passengers.
You can order a new Kia Optima in Moscow by visiting the U Service + car dealership or by calling.
GT racing character
The special design of the sedan assumes the expansion of the basic functionality and the use of unique design elements. The GT and GT Line models feature exclusive bumpers and steering wheel designs, aluminum pedals and sills, and red stitching on the seat upholstery. The sporty character of these modifications is underlined by the black wave-patterned grille and the honeycomb air intakes in the front bumper.
GT
Combines aggressive racing design with Turbo engine power.
GT Line
Complemented by a design package with unique exterior and interior details for a more expressive look.
Top performance
Those wishing to buy KIA Optima in sports versions are offered chairs with reinforced lateral support, which increase comfort when cornering. Also in these modifications there is an ergonomic steering wheel with paddle shifters that allow you to change the speed with one movement of your finger.
The 2018 Kia Optima is a sedan from the Korean manufacturer Kia that has been updated this year. The car is equipped with a 6-speed "automatic" or manual transmission, and the following engines: 2-liter 150 HP, 2.0 L 188 HP and 2.0 245 HP.
On the page, all information about the new body of the Kia Optima 2018 configuration and prices, photos, specifications and video test drive.
The well-known and popular Kia Optima 2018 in the Russian market has recently received updates, presenting a modernized and improved one. The car received from the developers a new engine, a number of details in the external appearance and several elements in the interior trim.
In the Russian Federation, the Kia Optima sedan has the third place in the leaderboard. The popularity of a car is primarily due to its democratic price. In the process of carrying out the next restyling, our marketers tried to contain the increase in prices as much as possible. To do this, we had to limit the number of improvements.
It is worth noting that the 2018 Kia Optima has mainly cosmetic updates, literally giving the car a new "face". New design solutions are available both inside and outside. The version now has enhanced assistant technology, improved assistants, a universal infotainment device.
The model will be sold in four different trim levels - classic, comfort, prestige, luxe, gt-line and gt.
Exterior
Kia Optima in a new body after restyling has acquired a converted front end. The hood is flat, practically devoid of relief. The developers installed a unique false radiator grille on it. The latter is small in width and decorated with an exquisite fine-mesh structure.
Cosmetic changes to the new Kia Optima. It is black and highlighted with a chrome stripe. The bumper received a modernization. It is characterized by small, neat dimensions and the presence of plastic protection at the bottom.
It has a pair of air intakes that provide efficient cooling of the engine and braking system. The fog lights of the new Optima are made in the form of horizontal LED strips.
The headlights have also received updates, which are now available in LED design. They are large in size and shape, which combines hard and straight lines.
There are no significant changes in the feed. But some updates can be noticed in the rear as well. These include improved side lights with updated LED graphics. The Kia Optima bumper has a more massive appearance. There is also a plastic protection. Additional elements of overall lighting equipment appeared. 
The 2018 Kia Optima looks bright and stylish in profile. Its roof slopes gently backwards. The chrome edging located in the upper area, stretching from the A-pillar to the luggage compartment, looks spectacular. The door handles can optionally be fitted with a keyless access system. Recycled discs, which have received an asymmetric shape, are striking.
Interior
The interior of the new Kia Optima 2018 body turned out to be quite attractive. The center console looks modern. In addition to the usual mechanical buttons, it has a convenient touchscreen display.
Below is a nice gear knob. With regard to the steering wheel, it is endowed with numerous options, allowing you to use most of the Optima's functions - from tuning the music to controlling the suspension.
The seats of the updated Kia are equipped with either high-quality fabric or breathable leather. Their padding is made of a sufficiently resilient but soft material that guarantees maximum comfort during long periods of driving. Inside the Kia Optima, it can be noted:
modernized LED contour lighting; 
functional modern multimedia system equipped with a touch screen;
the Krell audio system.
In general, the interior of the Kia Optima is very spacious, comfortable and modern.
Top-end wireless charging Technical stuffing
Not only the new body attracts fans of the Kia Optima 2018 in a new version. Some updates during the restyling went to her in technological terms.
The model is available with three different engines. This allows buyers to choose the best option for their own requirements and preferences.
The base 2.0-liter engine develops a power equal to 150 horsepower and is completed with a manual transmission and with an “automatic”.
Next comes a 2-liter engine with a capacity of 188 hp. It is completed only with an automatic transmission.
The top engine - 2.0 liter 245 horsepower comes only in the GT trim.
Options and prices
The trim levels and prices for the 2019 model are here -
| Equipment: | Motor | Fuel consumption | Checkpoint | Max speed km / h | Acceleration to 100 km / h | type of drive | Price |
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| Classic | gasoline 2.0 l. (150 hp) | 10,4/6,1/7,7 | MT | 205 | 9.6 s | Front | 1 219 900 rubles |
| Comfort | gasoline 2.0 l. (150 hp) | 11,2/5,8/7,8 | AT | 202 | 10.7 s | Front | 1,349,900 rubles |
| Luxe | gasoline 2.0 l. (150 hp) | 11,2/5,8/7,8 | AT | 202 | 10.7 s | Front | 1,479,900 rubles |
| gasoline 2.4 l. (188 hp) | 12/6,2/8,3 | AT | 210 | 9.1 s | Front | 1,579,900 rubles | |
| Prestige | gasoline 2.0 l. (150 hp) | 11,2/5,8/7,8 | AT | 202 | 10.7 s | Front | 1,539,900 rubles |
| gasoline 2.4 l. (188 hp) | 12/6,2/8,3 | AT | 210 | 9.1 s | Front | 1 639 900 rubles | |
| Premium | gasoline 2.0 l. (150 hp) | 11,2/5,8/7,8 | AT | 202 | 10.7 s | Front | 1 619 900 rubles |
| GT-line | gasoline 2.4 l. (188 hp) | 12/6,2/8,3 | AT | 210 | 9.1 s | Front | 1,759,900 rubles |
| GT | gasoline 2.0 l. (245 hp) | 12,5/6,3/8,5 | AT | 240 | 7.4 s | Front | 1 929 900 rubles |
Equipment and options
Options - Classic
Price: 1 219 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0 155 hp, MT
The basic modification is equipped with air conditioning, an audio system with 6 speakers, 16-inch wheels, a light sensor, fabric upholstery, a Supervision dashboard with a 3.5-inch screen.
Options - Comfort
Price: 1 349 900 rubles
The Comfort version is equipped with a driving mode selection system, separate climate control, USB charging, paddle shifters, projection fog lights, and a rain sensor.
Version - Luxe
Price: 1 479 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0 155 hp, AT
Price: 1,579,900 rubles
The luxury equipment comes with a Supervision dashboard with a 4.3 "screen, leather trim, the driver's seat is equipped with an electric drive and memory, an intelligent trunk opening system, a rearview camera, an audio system with a 7" screen and support for AppleCarPlay and Android Auto.
Options - Prestige
Price: 1 539 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0 155 hp, AT
Price: 1 639 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0 188 hp, AT
The Prestige version comes with a premium Harman Kardon subwoofer audio system, an 8-inch navigation system and wireless phone charging.
Options - Premium
Price: 1 619 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0 155 hp, AT
Premium version, equipped with light-alloy 18-inch wheels, panoramic roof with electric drive, sports front and rear bumpers.
Kia Optima - GT-Line
Price: 1 759 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0 188 hp, AT
GT-Line version, equipped with 4 all-round cameras, automatic parking, sports steering wheel with GT-Line.
Kia Optima - GT
Price: 1 929 900 rubles
Engine and gearbox: 2.0, 245 HP, AT
GT trim with Advanced Steering System (R-MDPS), red brake calipers and seats with GT logo.
Specifications
| Modifications | 2.0 155HP (MT) | 2.0 155 HP (AT) | 2.0 188 HP (AT) | 2.0 245 HP (AT) |
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| Production year: | 2018 | |||
| Country brand | Korea | |||
| Build country | Russia | |||
| Number of seats | 5 | |||
| type of drive | front | front | front | front |
Dimensions and weight | ||||
| Length mm | 4855 | 4855 | 4855 | 4855 |
| Width mm | 1860 | 1860 | 1860 | 1860 |
| Height mm | 1485 | 1485 | 1485 | 1485 |
| Wheelbase mm | 2805 | 2805 | 2805 | 2805 |
| Clearance, mm | 155 | 155 | 155 | 155 |
| Trunk volume, liters | 510 | 510 | 510 | 510 |
| Fuel consumption (l): | ||||
| Town | 10,4 | 11,2 | 12 | 12,3 |
| Track | 6,1 | 5,8 | 6,2 | 6,3 |
| Average | 7,7 | 7,8 | 8,3 | 8,5 |
| Fuel tank volume, liters | 70 | 70 | 70 | m |
| Acceleration to 100 km / h, seconds | 9,6 | 10,7 | 9,1 | 7,4 |
| Maximum speed, km / h | 202 | 202 | 210 | 240 |
| Vehicle weight, kg | 1530 | 1545 | 1575 | 1655 |
Video test drive
Photo
Interior of the new Optima with GT-Line
Generation, the European version of which debuted in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show on 15th September.
In addition to the "GT" badge on the trunk lid, the 2018 Kia Optima GT stands out in the photo with a different front bumper, a silver diffuser with two large oval exhaust pipes, tinted lights and original rims.
Options and prices KIA Optima GT
AT6 - automatic 6-speed.
Under the hood of the 2017-2018 Kia Optima GT is a 2.0-liter T-GDI turbo engine with 245 hp. and developing 352 Nm of torque, which is transmitted to the wheels of the front axle through a six-speed automatic transmission with sport mode.
The sedan takes 7.4 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h (unfortunately, numerous independent tests do not confirm this figure), and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 240 kilometers per hour. In addition, the car was equipped with an adaptive suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers and a retuned electric power steering.
The overall length of the Kia Optima GT 2016 is 4,855 millimeters, the width is 1,860, the height is 1,485, the wheelbase is 2,805. The ground clearance (clearance) of the model is declared at 155 mm, the trunk volume is 510 liters. In the combined cycle, the engine "eats" 8.5 liters per hundred kilometers, in the city - 12.5 liters, on the highway - 6.3 liters.
An independent suspension with McPherson struts is installed on the front of the sedan, and an independent spring multi-link is installed at the rear. The brakes are circular disc brakes, while on the front axle they are also ventilated. Wheels in 18 ″ base with 235/45 tires. The sedan's gas tank is designed for 70 liters, in the trunk there is a full-size spare wheel, and the curb weight of the car is 1,655 kg.
The price of the Kia Optima GT in Russia is 2 074 900 rubles, the equipment includes seven airbags, parking sensors, all-round cameras, light and rain sensors, climate control, leather interior, full power accessories, a panoramic roof with a sunroof, a premium audio system, keyless access to the salon and engine start with a button and whatnot.
