2021 Kia Optima Review

To make your presence felt on the roads of Plano, McKinney, and Dallas, a sporty midsize sedan may be exactly what you need. Enter the 2021 Kia Optima, a serene and smooth daily-driving vehicle that delivers on the promise of style and comfort. It’s angling for a spot in your driveway—are you game?

Our team at Central Kia of Plano will provide a closer look in this car review. See what the Optima adds to your drive and decide whether it’s the dream car you’ve been waiting for!

2021 Optima Interior Features

The midsize car segment is all about comfort, and the 2021 Optima excels in that area. Available heated and cooled front seats complete with power adjustments make it easy to settle in for even the longest drives. Plus, 35.6 inches of rear legroom means backseat riders share in that comfort.

Need advanced connectivity on the go? This Kia sedan delivers with the UVO infotainment system. From sending texts via voice to managing your playlists while on the road, it makes everything possible. You can pair a compatible smartphone via Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™. 

Style is a high point, too. The top-tier Optima SX features a sleek two-tone black and red leather interior. Modern and sporty, it’s sure to take your driving pleasure to the next level.

The Efficient Kia Optima: MPG

Eco-conscious drivers will like that the Kia Optima offers a range of efficient powertrains. Of the gas-only engines, the available 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder is the most fuel economical. It achieves up to an EPA-estimated 27 city/37 highway MPG.¹

Keep in mind that hybrid and plug-in hybrid variations are available. The Optima Hybrid earns up to an EPA-estimated 40 city/45 highway/42 combined MPG, while the Optima Plug-In Hybrid reaches up to 101 MPGe combined.² Figures like these really take you farther on the roads!

Save on fuel and drive more efficiently in the Kia Optima! You can do it all without putting performance on the back burner.

2021 Kia Optima Trim Levels

The 2021 Optima is available in five trim levels: LX, S, EX, EX Premium, and SX. The entry-level Optima LX trim offers the basics you need in a car, from Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ to the 4-cylinder engine that generates 185 horsepower. Upgrade to the Optima S trim for more convenient features, including a keyless entry and push-button start.

The Optima EX adds the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that produces 178 horsepower. The heated leather seats are another welcome addition in this trim. Move up to the Optima EX Premium for an 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat.

At the top of the pack, you’ll find the Optima SX. It’s the sporty trim, complete with its very own engine: a turbocharged 4-cylinder with 245 horsepower on tap. Find more thrills when you hit the open roads in the Optima SX!

Optimize Your Drive in the Optima

We hope you’ve enjoyed this car review. We know many Plano, McKinney, and Dallas shoppers want to see the 2021 Kia Optima up close and personal. Feel free to stop by our showroom to see this midsize sedan in action. Get in the driver’s seat for a test drive right here at Central Kia of Plano!  

 

¹ Based on EPA estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle’s condition.

² EPA-estimated MPG equivalent on a full battery charge. Actual MPGe will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, charging practice, battery age, weather, temperature, and your vehicle’s condition. Battery capacity will decrease with time and use. For more information on MPGe, please see www.fueleconomy.govOpens in New Window.