Overview
The 2015 Kia Optima hybrid sedanfares well in the midsize sedan segment. Adding $4,150 to the price of the standard gasoline variant, the Kia Optima hybrid carries a base price of MSRP of $25,990, and is offered in 2 trims, reaching a price of MSRP $32,150 for its top trim. The engine on service here is a familiar 2.4L inline-4 hybridsupported by a 12V electric system. Mated to a 6-speed automatic, it makes 199 horsepower and 235 lb-ft of torque. The combined fuel economy improves from 27 MPG on the standard gasoline variant to 38 MPG on the hybrid variant, making the increase in sticker price worth it. The performance of the Kia Optima hybrid remains at par with the gasoline variant, with the car accelerating from 0 to 60 MPH in 8.3 seconds. Kia offers 4 colors for the Kia Optima hybrid. The Kia Optima hybrid mainly competes against the Ford Fusion Hybrid, the Toyota Camry Hybrid, and the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid.
