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2017 Kia Optima Fuel Economy

The 2017 Kia Optima is comfortable and luxurious. It features a quiet, spacious cabin that is full of technology and amenities to keep everyone connected. The driver’s cockpit has a clean design and soft-touch materials are implemented throughout the Optima. Let’s take a closer look at the Optima’s power and efficiency!


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2017 Kia Optima Performance Specs

The Kia Optima has three engine options available: a 2.4-liter I4 engine that gets 185 horsepower and is available on the LX and EX trims, a 1.6-liter I4 engine with a turbocharger that gets 178 horsepower and is coupled with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, available on the Optima LX 1.6T trim, and a 2.0-liter I4 engine with a turbocharger and 245 horsepower, available on SX and SX Limited trims.

2017 Kia Optima Fuel Economy and Driving Range

The fuel economy ratings for the Kia Optima depend on the engine option you choose. The Optima has an 18.5 gallon fuel tank. Let’s take a look at the fuel economy and driving range estimates for the Kia Optima:

LX trim:

  • 25 city MPG
  • 36 highway MPG
  • 29 combined MPG
  • Maximum fuel range: 666 miles
LX 1.6T trim:

  • 28 city MPG
  • 37 highway MPG
  • 31 combined MPG
  • Maximum fuel range: 684.5 miles
EX trim:

  • 24 city MPG
  • 34 highway MPG
  • 28 combined MPG
  • Maximum fuel range: 629 miles
SX and SX Limited trims:

  • 22 city MPG
  • 31 highway MPG
  • 25 combined MPG
  • Maximum fuel range: 573.5 miles

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