Kia Optima IV
Car comparison
Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI · Stage 3vsKia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI · Stage 2vsKia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI · Stage 1vsKia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)
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GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)
Kia Optima IV
GT 2.0 T-GDI
Comparison overview
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Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.7 s
- Fastest top speed281 km/h175 mph
- Most powerful367 hp274 kW
- Highest torque547 Nm404 lb-ft
- Lightest1,680 kg3,704 lb
- Best power-to-weight219 hp/t163 kW/t4.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption11.8 L/100 km19.9 mpg US23.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions191 g/km
- Best estimated range854 km530 mi
- Largest trunk510 L
- Best overall score74/100
- Best performance score73/100
- Best economy score85/100
- Best practicality score76/100
Specification comparison
| Model | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp |
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| Power | 367hp274kW+122 hp | 318hp238kW+73 hp | 289hp216kW+44 hp | 245hp183kW |
| Torque | 547Nm404lb-ft+194 Nm | 477Nm351lb-ft+124 Nm | 431Nm318lb-ft+78 Nm | 353Nm260lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,680kg3,704lb | 1,680kg3,704lb | 1,680kg3,704lb | 1,680kg3,704lb |
| Gross weight | 2,120kg4,674lb | 2,120kg4,674lb | 2,120kg4,674lb | 2,120kg4,674lb |
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 59.0s99% target: 278 km/h / 173 mph-13.7 s Calculated | 63.7s99% target: 266 km/h / 165 mph-9.0 s Calculated | 67.1s99% target: 259 km/h / 161 mph-5.6 s Calculated | 72.7s99% target: 248 km/h / 154 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7s-1.7 s | 6.3s-1.1 s | 6.7s-0.7 s | 7.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.1s-8.3 s Calculated | 18.6s-5.8 s Calculated | 20.5s-3.9 s Calculated | 24.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5s-1.6 s Calculated | 6.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 7.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK | 11.8L/100 km19.9mpg US23.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 14.2s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 219hp/t163kW/t99hp/1000 lb Calculated | 190hp/t141kW/t86hp/1000 lb Calculated | 172hp/t128kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 146hp/t109kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 326Nm/t218lb-ft/ton Calculated | 284Nm/t190lb-ft/ton Calculated | 256Nm/t172lb-ft/ton Calculated | 210Nm/t141lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 854km530mi Calculated | 854km530mi Calculated | 854km530mi Calculated | 854km530mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in | 1,998cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,855mm191in | 4,855mm191in | 4,855mm191in | 4,855mm191in |
| Width | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in |
| Height | 1,465mm58in | 1,465mm58in | 1,465mm58in | 1,465mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,805mm110in | 2,805mm110in | 2,805mm110in | 2,805mm110in |
| Front track | 1,597mm63in | 1,597mm63in | 1,597mm63in | 1,597mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,608mm63in | 1,608mm63in | 1,608mm63in | 1,608mm63in |
| Trunk volume | 510L | 510L | 510L | 510L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 70L | 70L | 70L | 70L |
| CO2 emissions | 191g/km | 191g/km | 191g/km | 191g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp: Power / Torque
- Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2) 318 hp: Power / Torque
- Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1) 289 hp: Power / Torque
- Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,350-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,350-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,350-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,350-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.4 s | 7.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.1 s | 18.6 s | 20.5 s | 24.4 s |
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph Likely limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.3 s | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.5 s | 9.8 s | 10.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.6 s | 12.1 s | 12.4 s | 12.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.6 s | 14.2 s | 14.6 s | 15.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 183 km/h 113 mph | 174 km/h 108 mph | 169 km/h 105 mph | 160 km/h 100 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 367 hp 274 kW |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 318 hp 238 kW |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 289 hp 216 kW |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp has 122 hp more than Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp and Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp: 122 hp (91 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 547 Nm 404 lb-ft |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 477 Nm 351 lb-ft |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 431 Nm 318 lb-ft |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 353 Nm 260 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 5.7 s |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 6.3 s |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 6.7 s |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 7.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp and Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2) 318 hp and Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1) 289 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 190 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 854 km 530 mi |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 854 km 530 mi |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 854 km 530 mi |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 854 km 530 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 367 hp 274 kW | 5.7 s | 281 km/h 175 mph |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 318 hp 238 kW | 6.3 s | 269 km/h 167 mph |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 289 hp 216 kW | 6.7 s | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 7.4 s | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp |
| 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||
Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | 190 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
| KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3)367 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2)318 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1)289 hp | KiaOptima IVGT 2.0 T-GDI245 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 367 hp 274 kW | 318 hp 238 kW | 289 hp 216 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 547 Nm 404 lb-ft | 477 Nm 351 lb-ft | 431 Nm 318 lb-ft | 353 Nm 260 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 281 km/h 175 mph | 269 km/h 167 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | Unrestricted 250 km/h155 mph Restricted 240 km/h149 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | 1,680 kg 3,704 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km 28.7 mpg US 34.4 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 854 km 530 mi | 854 km 530 mi | 854 km 530 mi | 854 km 530 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 191 g/km | 191 g/km | 191 g/km | 191 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 219 hp/t 163 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 190 hp/t 141 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 172 hp/t 128 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 146 hp/t 109 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp | Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2) 318 hp | Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 1) 289 hp | Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp |
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| Consumption | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK | 8.2 L/100 km28.7 mpg US34.4 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 14.35 LC100 km | 14.35 LC100 km | 14.35 LC100 km | 14.35 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi | 23.09 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal | 1,230 L325 US gal271 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,153 LC/year | 2,153 LC/year | 2,153 LC/year | 2,153 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 3) 367 hp
- Has 49 hp more
- Has 71 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Kia Optima IV GT 2.0 T-GDI (Stage 2) 318 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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