2006 Kia Optima Review

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A redesigned version of the mid-size Kia Optima is expected to arrive in spring 2006, and will likely carry many of the same updates for 2006 as its near-twin at Hyundai, the Sonata. These include freshened styling, a larger interior, and all-new powertrains. A standard 162-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine can be mated to either a five-speed manual or four-speed Shiftronic automatic transmission with manual gear selection. Alternatively, a 3.3-liter V-6 engine generates 237 horses and is fitted to a new five-speed Shiftronic automatic gearbox. Front-side and side-curtain airbags are included, and an array of standard and available chassis-control systems ranges from four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, to traction control and Electronic Stability Control. Meanwhile, the current version continues for a short 2006 run with no changes.

 

 

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  1. 2006 KIA Optima Headlight Issue

    By Scott | Posted: 24/8/2008

    About 2 months ago I purchased a 2006 KIA Optima LX V6. I like it for the most part. However I have run my battery dead twice now because I left my headlights on. My car does not make a warning sound when the headlights are on, the ignition is off, and the door is open. I had a 1993 Honda Civic that did the same thing. I was able to fix this problem by finding a site that gave me instructions on how build and connect a warning device. Does anyone know if there is the same option for my KIA?

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