Standing out in the midsize sedan segment these days isn't an easy thing to do, but the Kia Optima easily asserts its spot at the top of the pedestal. Don't let its elegantly understated style fool you, the Kia Optima is plenty capable of delivering exhilarating driving experiences while still ticking all the boxes on your midsize sedan wishlist.
Kia has always been known for its innovation, and with the 2016 Kia Optima, it's put a significant amount of effort into the powertrain. For example, the Kia Optima LX 1.6T features a peppy 1.6-liter turbocharged engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, providing plenty of on-demand power from the moment you press the accelerator. And for those who're looking for an unbridled boost of horsepower, the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine available on the Kia Optima SX and Kia Optima SX Limited trims will prove more than capable of adding thrill to your daily commute while still boasting that hallmark fuel efficiency that the Optima has long been renowned for.
All told, the 2016 Kia Optima certainly has plenty for driving enthusiasts to get excited about, while still falling firmly within the realm of sensible commuter sedans. So, if you'd like to get your hands on the new 2016 Kia Optima, we'd love the chance to help you do so. Stop by Fred Anderson Kia in Raleigh, NC, conveniently located close by to the communities of Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, and Wake Forest, NC, to test drive the 2016 Kia Optima today!