2011 Kia Optima Hybrid coming at the 2010 LA Auto Show
By Andrew, 22 Sep, 2010. 0 Comments
2011 Kia Optima
Thanks to our friends from AutoGuide, we found out that the new 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid, will make its debut in November, at the 2010 LA Auto Show.
Set to make its debut on the market in early 2011, the new car is based on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and it is expected to carry the same technology.
The 2011 Sonata Hybrid is powered by a fuel-efficient 2.4-liter Theta II engine capable to deliver 169 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 156 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 rpm. As expected, there is also a 30kW (151 lb-ft) electric motor for maximum fuel economy, as well as a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The total output delivered by the car is 209 hp @ 6,000 rpm and 195 lb-ft of torque. Regarding its fuel consumption, the 2011 Sonata Hybrid delivers 39 mpg. Regarding the 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid, expect the same numbers! [via AutoGuide]
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