Batwing~SPARTA~ Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 hey guys, I remeber i was recently tlkaing with someone of you.. EBE and maybe Custard (can t recall) about the KIA Optima coming to UK. I just found this article: http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/new-kia-optima-2012-review/260865 but I was quite disappointed in what I was reading there. It seems they are offering a "nerfed" version of this beautiful car. They are talking about only Diesel engines and they are unfortunately highlighting a very dull driving performance. This is not what i am used with my car honestly. My driving experience is way far from "dull", but is true to say engines are totally different. This is the American review: http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/kia_optima_2012 and can give you a wide understanding of the differences. My trim is the top line SX Turbo. Besides the fact I have the sporty version, the UK version has a 1700cc Diesel engine for 134hp (???) and a torque of 239lb between 2-3000 rpm. My car is a 2000cc turbo with 274hp and torque 269lb at 1750 rpm. This engine is not even available overthere. Looking at the car, at its weight and the poor hp in the UK version, I guess I have to believe that car is far from exciting. Too bad because it is such a beautiful car inside out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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