The Optima GT Model is Australia’s Best Medium Car under $50K, as voted by Australia’s Best Cars.
The Optima GT Model is Australia’s Best Medium Car under $50K, as voted by Australia’s Best Cars. Across the Optima range you’ll find more progressive driving dynamics, innovative safety technologies and a higher-class interior than before
The All-New Optima has undergone an evolution. The good looks that we all know still remain, however it is now available with a potent turbocharged engine.
The All-New Optima GT Turbo brings sportiness and performance to the range. It’s not just mechanical changes, either. On the outside, you’ll find a deeply scalloped rear diffuser, LED lighting at the rear and a sportier front bumper to complement its powerful 180 kW engine.
Instantly, you’ll notice the heritage of award-winning design throughout the All-New Optima GT. A bolder, wider interpretation of Kia’s signature Tiger-nose grille can be found leading its design. A sharp, modern roofline follows suit across the top of the car, resulting in a sporty, yet stylish profile.
A sporty rear diffuser is flanked by two large exhaust tips on the Optima GT model
The Optima range features a stylish metallic-finish grille
Bi-xenon headlights with Daytime Running Lights (Xenon headlights feature on Optima GT Model)
Available only on Optima GT Models
Only the finest materials have been used throughout the cabin of the All-New Optima range. There’s extended use of soft touch materials throughout the cabin, and a no-cost option on selected Optima GT models with the choice of Red Interior instead of black.
You’ll also find high-quality technologies as standard. Blind Spot Detection, Advanced Smart Cruise Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking feature on Optima GT Models. There’s also a 10-speaker Harman/Kardon® sound system in the Optima GT Model, too.
Inside the GT model, you’ll find genuine Aluminium gracing the lower centre console. There’s also heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel and Wireless Phone Charging* on GT Models.
*Phone device must be wireless charging compatible
Simply place your phone with wireless charging capabilities in the centre console storage tray for it to charge wirelessly (GT Models Only)
*Phone device must be wireless charging compatible
Enjoy the light and added space that only a full-panoramic glass sunroof can provide (GT Models only)
Enjoy your favourite music more with a 10-speaker Harman/Kardon® stereo featuring an external amplifier and subwoofer. (GT Model only)
Enjoy the clarity of a large 8-inch touch screen infotainment system with satellite navigation and rear camera display. (8-inch screen on GT Only. Optima Si features 7-inch screen)
The chassis of the all new Optima has been engineered for a smoother ride and more responsive handling through the road’s twists and turns.
The Optima Si features an efficient 2.4L engine with Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI), producing 138kW of power with 241Nm of torque.
The Optima GT features our latest 2.0L turbocharged engine, producing a sporty 180kW of power with 350Nm of torque.
Thanks to smarter use of cutting-edge metals and adhesives at critical points of the vehicle chassis, the all-new Kia Optima surrounds you with a lightweight yet strengthened cage—setting a new standard for occupant safety.
This system uses sensors to identify vehicles approaching from behind, and then alerts the driver through visual alerts on the side mirror. (GT model only)
Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver when they begin to exit their lane without the use of a turn signal.
Autonomous Emergency Braking 1(AEB) continuously scans the road ahead, and will apply the brakes if it detects an object fast approaching the front of the vehicle.
1 Autonomous Emergency Braking system (AEB) is only a supplemental system and it does not replace the need for the driver to apply the vehicle’s brakes and exercise care and attention. For more information about Kia’s AEB system, please see your local Kia dealer or refer to your Kia vehicle’s owner’s manual.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert System alerts the driver of any cars crossing the path behind the vehicle during reversing situations. (GT model only)
Advanced smart cruise control assist with monitoring and maintaining a safe distance from the car in-front when cruise control is activated.