What type of gas does a Kia Optima SX take?
| Engine | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Injection System | Gasoline Direct Injected | Gasoline Direct Injected |
| Fuel tank capacity (gal.) | 18.5 | 18.5 |
| Emission Control System | WCC + UCC | WCC + UCC |
| Fuel Requirement | Regular unleaded (87 Octane or higher) | Regular unleaded (87 Octane or higher) |
Does Kia Optima SX require premium gas?
All Optimas take 87 octane. So your all good, just make sure I is top tier gasoline or you use fuel system cleaner every oil change. This is correct! Also there is no difference in engines between the 2011-2013 models SX-L or not.
What kind of engine does the 2013 Kia Optima have?
The 2013 Optima is available with two fuel-efficient and powerful Theta II powerplants featuring gasoline direct injection (GDI), including a 2.4-liter GDI four-cylinder or a 2.0-liter GDI turbo engine.
What is the ex Technology Package on a Kia Optima?
The EX Technology Package (requires Premium Package) adds a navigation system with a back-up camera and SiriusXM Traffic ™8 with real-time updates.
Where is the Kia Optima made in the US?
Built at Kia’s U.S. plant based in West Point, Georgia, the Optima returns to the lineup in 2013 with the same unbeatable combination of head-turning design, fun-to-drive performance, modern amenities and long list of standard safety features.
What kind of seats does the Kia Optima have?
Stylishly appointed cloth seats provide comfortable seating while a 60/40 split-folding rear seat offers multiple seating and cargo arrangements based on driver and passenger needs. New for 2013, driver and front passenger can benefit from adjustable (up/down and sliding) headrests for optimal comfort.
What kind of fuel does a Kia Optima use?
Kia Optima: Fuel requirements. Your new Kia vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
What do you get with a 2013 Kia Optima?
Two packages are offered for the 2013 Optima SX, beginning with the Premium Touring Package, which adds unique 18-inch luxury wheels to the EX Premium Package’s content while the Technology Package (requires Premium Touring Package) features the navigation system with back-up camera and SiriusXM Traffic.
Do you top off after refueling Kia Optima?
Do not “top off” after the nozzle automatically shuts off when refueling. Tighten the cap until it clicks one time, otherwise the Check Engine light will illuminate. Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
Built at Kia’s U.S. plant based in West Point, Georgia, the Optima returns to the lineup in 2013 with the same unbeatable combination of head-turning design, fun-to-drive performance, modern amenities and long list of standard safety features.