The 2010 Kia Optima is documented here with 2 trims and full specifications. It belongs to the kia-optima-ii-facelift-2008 generation (2008–2010). Performance figures reach up to 193 hp, a top speed of 220 km/h, and 0–100 km/h in as little as 9 s. The most efficient trim returns 9.4 L/100 km combined.
2010 Optima at a glance
- Max power
- 193 hp
- Top speed
- up to 220 km/h
- 0–100 km/h
- from 9.00 sec
- Best fuel economy
- 9.4 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 221 g/km
- Length
- 4800 mm
About the kia-optima-ii-facelift-2008 generation
2008–2010 | Sedan | length 4800 mm, width 1805 mm, height 1480 mm, wheelbase 2720 mm | Engines: 2.7 V6 (193 Hp) Automatic, 2.4 CVVT (177 Hp), +3 more; up to 193 Hp
Produced 2008–2010. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (1)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2010 Kia Optima vehicles.
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13V114000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH 2013-04-01
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 Rondo and Sportage, model year 2007-2011 Sorento, model year 2007 Sedona, model year 2010-2011 Soul, and model year 2011 Optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Consequence: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of PARK without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is SC098.
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the 2010 Kia Optima?
The 2010 Kia Optima produces up to 193 hp across its trims, with a top speed of 220 km/h.
Is the 2010 Kia Optima fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2010 Optima trim returns about 9.4 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2010 Kia Optima?
Yes — 1 recall campaign from the U.S. NHTSA is listed for the 2010 Kia Optima below, including the affected component and the official remedy.