{"id":3375,"date":"2012-11-28T12:42:53","date_gmt":"2012-11-28T12:42:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/?p=3375"},"modified":"2012-11-28T12:47:48","modified_gmt":"2012-11-28T12:47:48","slug":"kia-optima-1-7-crdi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wheelsforwomen.ie\/index.php\/kia-optima-1-7-crdi\/","title":{"rendered":"Kia Optima 1.7 CRDi"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Kia’s Optima is a real head turner<\/p><\/div>\n


\nKia\u2019s new Optima may look like a Jaguar but can it really live up to those good looks? We find out<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

What is it?<\/strong> The Optima is Kia\u2019s stunningly styled family saloon that is crammed with luxury equipment and features.<\/p>\n

Who is it aimed at?<\/strong> While large saloons face stiff competition from a plethora of crossovers and compact SUVs as the choice for family transport \u00a0there is much on offer in the Optima to make those in need of family space succumb to its charms.<\/p>\n

Styling? <\/strong>Kia\u2019s new Optima is beautifully styled with echoes of the Jaguar XF and will have envious bystanders craning their necks. With a sporty and sweeping silhouette it is one of the most distinctive cars around. Don\u2019t be surprised, the designer responsible is <\/strong>Peter Schreyer, whose work also includes the original Audi TT.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Under the Bonnet?<\/strong> \u00a0There is just one engine option, the 1.7-litre 134bhp turbodiesel \u00a0available with either six-speed manual or automatic transmissions.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s it like inside? <\/strong>Once inside the Optima is akin to a cruise liner and is genuinely enormous. Everything is very classy from the dash to the door handles and it impresses throughout with an almost Audi-esque simple design and attention to detail. But it is the space that truly amazes. Front passengers are luxuriously catered for with head and leg room while in the rear space is equally good. The boot is a cavernous 505 litres and will swallow up prams, shopping and just about anything effortlessly.<\/p>\n

On the Road?<\/strong>\u00a0On the road the Optima is comfortable and the ride and handling is refined. While the suspension may be turned more toward comfort than sport it copes well with back roads, uneven surfaces and ramps. It may be no sporty saloon but it is smooth, easy and pleasant to drive.<\/p>\n

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And Safety?<\/strong> \u00a0The Optima has a full array of safety features, including ABS with EBD and brake assist, electronic stability control and vehicle stability management, twin front, side and curtain airbags as standard.<\/p>\n

Options?\u00a0<\/strong>The entry level EX comes with a generous level of specification that includes 16\u201d Alloy wheels, cruise control, voice activated Bluetooth, power lumbar support on the driver\u2019s seat ,steering wheel audio controls and full size spare wheel. Upgrading to the Platinum model adds 17\u201d alloys, panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery with heated front seats, reversing camera, driver memory seat, UV reducing glass, rains sensing front wipers and more.<\/p>\n

How about Fuel Economy?<\/strong> Fuel economy is very good and on a combined cycle the 1.7 diesel returns \u00a05.1 litres per 100 km while CO2<\/sub> emissions are 133 g\/km so it qualifies for Band B annual motor tax (\u20ac225).<\/p>\n

Okay so the verdict?<\/strong> The Optima is a stunningly styled family saloon that offers a lot for the money.\u00a0 In a segment of the market where the Ford Mondeo, Toyota Avensis and Volkswagen Passat dominate the Kia scores high for space and style and comes with an unbeatable seven year warranty.<\/p>\n

Rivals
\n<\/strong>Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDI 140bhp Comfortline\u00a0\u00a0 \u20ac30,130
\n<\/strong>\u00a0Opel Insignia 2.0 CDTi 130bhp S\u00a0\u00a0 \u20ac28,280
\n<\/strong>Ford Mondeo 1.6 TDCi 140bhp Style 5dr\u00a0\u00a0 \u20ac30,495<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Why you\u2019ll buy one?<\/strong> Beautiful styling; Carnivorous space<\/p>\n

Why you won\u2019t?<\/strong>\u00a0Driving Dynamics<\/p>\n

Engine: <\/strong>1,685cc four-cylinder 16-valve diesel putting out 134bhp @ 4,000rpm and 325Nm of torque from 2,000rpm
\nMax speed: <\/strong>202 kph
\n0-100km\/h: <\/strong>10.2 secs
\nEmissions (motor tax): \u00a01<\/strong>33g\/km (\u20ac225)
\nStarting price: <\/strong>\u20ac26,995
\nModel price range: <\/strong>\u20ac26,995 – \u20ac33,195
\nNo of Doors: <\/strong>4
\nEuro NCAP<\/strong>: Not tested
\nFuel type: <\/strong>\u00a0Diesel
\nFuel Economy (combined cycle): <\/strong>5.1 litre\/ 100 km
\nBoot Capacity Seats up : \u00a0<\/strong> 505 litres
\nCar Seats: <\/strong>2 Isofix fittings in the rear and easy to use
\nLength: <\/strong>4,845mm
\n<\/strong>Width: <\/strong>1,830mm
\n<\/strong>Height: <\/strong>1,455mm
\n<\/strong>Wheelbase: <\/strong>2,795mm<\/p>\n

For more information check out\u00a0Kia Ireland <\/a>or the\u00a0Kia Ireland Facebook <\/a>page.<\/p>\n

28th<\/sup> November, 2012<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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