2019-12-19 19:54:13

The new Kia Optima officially declassified

The presentation of the Kia K5 Sedan took place In South Korea. In Europe, the car is sold under the Optima name.

Global auto sales will be engaged in the first half of 2019. The new generation added 5 cm in length to 4.905 m, and the wheelbase was extended by 4.5 cm to 2.85 m.
 
The novelty has sophisticated LED optics, the branded "Tiger Smile" radiator in a different form, a relief hood, massive side air intakes, and aggressive bumpers. A brake light line joins the taillights.

The salon acquired a digital "tidy," and a rotating washer replaced the traditional gearshift lever. Optima also got a "climate" sensor unit, nine airbags, Mood Lighting backlighting, a rear camera, and a 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel.

The main engine is a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with power in 180 horses. 

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