2011 Kia Optima Hybrid

The all-new Optima Hybrid, which we first saw at last year’s Los Angeles Auto Show. In States, Kia Optima Hybrid is ready to talk pricing on its first ever hybrid vehicle.


Kia show the Optima’s parallel hybrid powetrain makes use of a modified 2.4-liter Theta II engine without direct-injection that runs on the Atkinson cycle and delivers 166HP and 151 lb-ft of peak torque. The four-cylinder gasoline unit is linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission and an electric motor capable of delivering 40.2 horsepower (30 kW) and 151.2 pound-feet of torque when electric only.

It is interesting, when in hybrid mode, the combined output of the two motors comes to 206.2 horsepower and 195.4 pound-feet of torque. A set of lithium polymer batteries from LG Chem completes the hybrid package.



Kia claims that the Optima Hybrid can deliver up to 35 miles per gallon in city driving and 40 miles per gallon on the highway.


The Kia Optima Hybrid has Standard features include 16-inch alloy wheels, eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat, dual zone automatic temperature control with rear vents, push-button start with smart key and the company’s UVO powered by Microsoft hands-free, voice-activated infotainment and communications system.