2012 Kia optima hybrid review
The Optima Hybrid uses a parallel hybrid system, allowing four doors operate on its electric motor, gas or any combination of the two. Aerodynamic improvements such as reduced height, body panels and system of active flap hybrid Optima help achieve low 0.26 drag coefficient.
Four-wheel ABS, electronic stability control, a traction control system, a brake assist system and Hill Assist Control are also standard.
The hybrid version tries to take on the likes of Toyota Camry Hybrid, Ford Fusion hybrid, a past winner of this award and his counterpart from Hyundai, the Sonata hybrid. What is a hybrid sedan to do?
The 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid not provide higher mileage, but if you're buying for a hybrid sedan, is competent as a player you will find in the market.
The Optima Hybrid uses both electric and gas power plants to power the car, together or independently, while achieving an EPA estimated 35/40 mpg city / highway, 37 mpg combined.
The hybrid battery cuts trunk space, as in most hybrid sedan. In the Optima, cargo space of 15.4 cubic feet is the normal version to a tiny 9.9 cubic feet in the hybrid.
The Optima Hybrid scored a crash test five-star general of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The Optima Hybrid comes with a standard set of airbags, including side curtain airbags for front and rear seats and side airbags mounted in the front passenger seats.
The 2012 Kia Optima Hybrid: Use the first hybrid introduced last year: take the train from the unit is in the 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
As a full hybrid, the hybrid Optima is able to run on the gas engine, electric motor or both. As expected, fuel economy rating of the hybrid Optima is the same as its cousin Hyundai: city road 40 35 and 37 mpg combined.
Optimal designs above were forgettable, but the current car has striking seems to be retained in the guise of hybrids. The hybrid version of the Optima unique aerodynamic exterior - Exhaust rear fascia is hidden: a unique lighthouse, lower height, an air flap system, 16 inch wheels drive lower aero body to reduce drag adjustment and low rolling resistance tires. Drag coefficient of the hybrid Optima is an exceptionally low 0.26, but not very slippery as the Sonata. Add to hybrid-ness of the Kia Optima is what's called a "sound system Virtual Engine". Optima Hybrid's trunk is quite small, only 9.89 cubic feet of space, which is lower than the 10.7 cubic feet of trunk room in the hybrid Sonata. However, the fixed rear seats have a ski pass, a rare feature with hybrid vehicles.
The Optima Hybrid was the first Kia vehicle to offer information and entertainment system UVO optional ($ 700). A hybrid Premium and Technology Package ($ 5,350) Options include a hard disk to resist panoramic sunroof, leather interior, power heated and had cooled front seats, rear seat air-conditioned, an Infinity audio system, navigation system, HID headlamps and other treats.
The Optima is a hybrid car capable offering up a quiet, comfortable ride while offering excellent fuel mileage. From a stop, the hybrid system always rolls out in electric mode.
Based on a tapered design, attractive amenities and competitive prices, hybrid buyers looking for a midsize sedan should make efficient hybrid Kia Optima in execution with the Hyundai Sonata and Ford Fusion hybrid Toyota Camry hybrid.
