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2017 Kia Optima available engine options

We all know the Kia Optima as a benchmark of efficiency and versatility for the rest of the automotive industry to strive for, but what you might not know is how much power it can supply for you under the hood. No matter what your drive style is, the Optima has something to fit it, and today we’ll be taking you through the 2017 Kia Optima available engine options so you can see which one is most fitting for you!

2017 Kia Optima 1.6-liter turbocharged Inline 4

Only available on the Optima’s LX-1.6T trim, this engine packs some serious punch for its size. You’ll be afforded up to 178 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, with a model line-exclusive 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)!

2017 Kia Optima 2.0-liter turbocharged Inline 4

Easily the most sought after Optima engine is its 2.0-liter turbocharged Inline 4, standard on high-grade SX and SX Limited trims. It can displace 245 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque, and with a compression ratio of 10:0:1 you’re sure to get the most punch possible every time you press the gas!

2017 Kia Optima 2.4-liter Inline 4

Prominent on more base Optima lines such as the LX and EX, this 2.4-liter Inline 4 engine still can provide all the adrenaline you need from time to time. It churns out 185 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque; along with a combined fuel economy rating of 29 miles per gallon, it’s certainly a worthy choice for any driver.

Read More: How fuel efficient is the 2017 Kia Optima?

Test drive the 2017 Kia Optima in Garden Grove CA

No matter which engine you’re drawn to, it’s a safe bet that the Optima will give you all that you need to enjoy every second you spend behind the wheel. If you’re interested in seeing what else the 2017 Optima brings to the table, feel free to contact our sales team here at Garden Grove Kia today. We’ll get you behind the wheel for a test drive and are always willing to help you with anything you might want to know!

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