2018 Kia Optima Plug in Hybrid review
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Battery range (EPA estimate)
29 miles
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2018 Kia Optima Plug in Hybrid trims
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- 202-hp, 276-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Power Seats
- Memory Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
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Kia Optima Plug in Hybrid features and specs
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EX 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
202
Torque (ft-lbs)
276
Engine type
Plug-in Hybrid
Fuel capacity
14.5
Wheelbase
110.4"
Overall length
191.1"
Width
73.2"
Height
57.5"
Leg room
F 45.5"/R 35.6"
Head room
F 39.8"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P215/55VR17
Rear tires
P215/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Kia Optima Plug in Hybrid FAQ
The 2018 Kia Optima Plug in Hybrid EX offers 103 MPG City and 104 MPG Highway + battery range of 29 miles. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
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