Designed to be smarter and more efficient, the Optima Hybrid features improved aerodynamics and an updated powertrain. And with its 6-speed automatic transmission and 2-liter Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine, it offers a combined 271 lb.-ft. of torque for an exhilarating drive.
The Optima Hybrid comes packed with enhancements designed to stretch your fuel even further. We examined everything from the aerodynamic shape to systems under the hood, and found ways to maximize efficiency without sacrificing on performance.
Meet Kia’s Full Parallel Hybrid system. A cutting-edge design that couples an electric motor with a Gas Direct Injection (GDI) engine. They work together or separately to offer the right combination of power, based on your driving conditions, for the optimum driving experience.
Reaching new levels of convenience and efficiency, the Optima Hybrid has an EPA-estimated 39 mpg in the city, 45 mpg on the highway, and 41 mpg combined. That means fewer stops at the pump and more time enjoying the open road.
Projector beam headlights offer enhanced illumination, enabling you to better detect obstacles and the road ahead.
Stand behind the Optima Hybrid with your Smart Key and the trunk opens automatically for you.
Refined. Relaxing. Ready for the road. The Optima Hybrid offers a spacious, well-appointed cabin filled with premium features, like an available heated steering wheel and ventilated front seats. And with its battery pack placed right under the floor, the Optima Hybrid is fitted with 60/40 split-folding seats for added versatility.
The Optima Hybrid is meticulously crafted with comfort-focused features for all passengers. Plus, exceptional aerodynamics, noise-reducing insulation, and improved body stiffness offer a quiet, relaxing ride. From the available heated leather steering wheel, to the generous head- and legroom, this interior design makes every seat inviting.
The vibrant supervision cluster displays all you need to know at a glance—and with crisp Thin-Film-Transistor (TFT) LCD clarity. Track your battery charge, MPG, driving style, and much more.
The advanced hybrid system switches intelligently between electric motor and gas engine to suit your driving conditions. It uses exclusively electric power during start-up and low-speed driving, and both gas and electric systems at full acceleration. For intelligent hybrid power no matter the drive.
The redesigned Optima Hybrid is packed with amenities to give you maximum convenience. Split-folding rear seats provide generous cargo space and a variety of storage options. And with Smart Key, as well as the available Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), every journey can begin with the simple press of a button.
Your Optima Hybrid is packed with technology, and we’ve developed an owner's manual for you to take anywhere. Using the Augmented Reality (AR) App, simply scan your Kia to learn more about a displayed feature. Or, get useful tips and info even at home. It's the convenient way to get the most out of your hybrid.
The Optima Hybrid’s Iso-Structure™ construction is so strong, it’s made of 53% advanced high-strength steel. Put together so intelligently, we’ve patented the manufacturing techniques. The result is a stronger yet lightweight unibody with remarkable rigidity.
The advanced airbag system comes with dual front, front-seat-mounted side, and full-length side curtain airbags. It also features high-tech sensors that can detect the level of an impact and presence of a front passenger, helping to control airbag inflation. It’s added protection no matter the destination.