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SEPT 27 - OCT 4 | 2018
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REFRESHED: Subtle changes to looks are to the fore on the refreshed Kia Optima sedan.
Optima GT
keeps up the Kia pace By DEREK OGDEN The safety pack for both models gains driver attention alert and the lane departure warning is upgraded to the more advanced lane keeping assist version. Importantly, the prices have come down, with the Si at $33,390, plus on-road costs. The inclusion of smart phone compatibility in the Si negates the need for embedded satellite navigation, while HID headlamps are replaced by dual projection lights. The Optima GT still has sat nav through a new head unit with 10-year MapCare and SUNA traffic information. However, Optima’s $1200 price cut to $43,290, means the front passenger power
seat is off loaded for a manual adjusted one. The front seats are no longer ventilated, but remain heated, the panoramic sunroof is left out, as are high beam assist and tyre pressure monitoring. Optima still benefits from Australia’s leading seven-year warranty, seven-year capped price servicing, totalling $3347 and seven-year roadside assist programs. STYLING Minor changes to the radiator grille and front fascia and upper and lower rear panels, do not detract from the Kia character of the four-door sedan, maintaining the look worthy of the GT badge. New stylish wheels also help the Optima keep pace with premium sports sedans.
INFOTAINMENT Both models take the latest OEM infotainment head unit (7-inch for the Si and 8-inch for the GT) with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto tie-up. However, the GT still has the advantage of sat nav through a new head unit with 10-year MapCare and SUNA traffic information. ENGINES / TRANSMISSIONS Putting out an impressive 180kW and 350Nm, the 2.0-litre engine features a twinscroll turbocharger, high pressure fuel pump, dual continuously variable valve timing technology and laser-drilled injectors. It drives the front wheels through Kia’s own six-speed automatic transmission.
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A REFRESH and a new set of ‘shoes’ are Kia’s attempt to keep its Optima midsize sedan appealing in an ever-changing Australian car market. Pricing has come in for a haircut too. The MY2019 entry-level Si and premium GT pair gain a new grille and front fascia, upper and lower rear panels and re-styled wheels. Inside, the Optima gains the new OEM infotainment head unit (7-inch for the Si and 8-inch for the GT) with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto tie-up. Kia’s Australian engineering team once again has rolled up its sleeves to improve Optima’s ride and handling characteristics. Improvements have been made in ride refinement and steering feel.
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