The 2009 Optima wears updated front and rear styling. The overall length is about 2 inches longer. A new 2.4-liter four cylinder engine produces 175-bhp an increase of 13-bhp. The output of the 2.7L V6 increases to 190-bhp. On the inside, the Optima features modest updates to the instrumentation and center console materials. A new SX sport model adds a sport-tuned suspension, fog lights and 17-inch wheels.
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Price Range ($) | $17,495 - $25,445 | $16,355 - $20,500 |
Length (in) | 189.0 | 186.4 |
Wheelbase (in) | 107.1 | 107.1 |
Width (in) | 71.1 | 71.1 |
Height (in) | 58.3 | 58.3 |
Track (in) | 61.5 | 61.5 |
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) | 392.2 | 386.8 |
Curb Weight (lbs.) | 3157-3294 | 3142-3287 |
Legroom Total (in.) | 81.5 | 81.5 |
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 104.3 | 104.3 |
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) | 15.0 | 14.8 |
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Transmissions | A5, M5 | A5, M5 |
City MPG | 20-22 | 20-21 |
Highway MPG | 28-32 | 28-31 |
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