A Refined Look Inside and Out

There's a lot to look forward to with the 2020 Optima, which is now available at Crown Kia in St. Petersburg, FL. This year's line up offers flexibility and versatility with several engine options. There are upgrades to the exterior and the interior, creating a bit more of a luxury feel and adding to the appeal of the vehicle for those looking for a sporty ride. Check out the 2020 Kia Optima with us and take it out on the road for a test-drive.

Endless Engine Options

There's no doubt the 2020 Kia Optima offers enhanced features, but with six engine options to choose from, drivers are sure to find what they want in this Kia. The base model of the 2020 Kia Optima comes with a 4-cylinder, 6-speed automatic transmission. It responds and gets going pretty quickly. It gets 185 horsepower and an EPA-estimated 25 MPG city and 35 MPG highway.

The manufacturer also offers two hybrid powertrain options on the 2020 Kia Optima lineup. That includes the conventional hybrid as well as a plug-in option with an EV range of 29 miles, as noted by the EPA. There's enough performance in these vehicles to offer something for all drivers. With several hybrid versions, consumers will find the best balance for their needs, which is something Kia does well. The battery on board these vehicles is designed to be very lightweight. It's a high-density lithium polymer battery that Kia says can provide up to 13 percent more energy than in previous versions of the Optima.

A Great Looking Vehicle

There's little doubt the 2020 Kia Optima offers some nice upgrades. Though it's a more affordable sedan, it creates a look of luxury alongside its sporty feel. It's sleek with an aerodynamic style on the base model. Its active air flap is designed to open and close depending on the speed, the incoming airflow, and the engine temperature, all with a goal of optimizing fuel efficiency. LED lighting and exclusive styling are available on the enhanced 2020 Kia Optima models.

Check out the Sleek Interior

The 2020 Kia Optima's interior is styled to create a luxurious feel. It's roomy enough for the family and has ample legroom (better than some competitors in its class). There's also ample cargo space in the back for those who want to stretch what the vehicle carries. For those who want to amp up the style and features, the available Integrated Memory System on the driver's seat and the mirror position tools–which help to automatically adjust your mirrors for you, are nice features. There's also an auto-dimming rear-view mirror in some models.

Connectivity and Technology

Another key upgrade in the 2020 Kia Optima has to do with its connectivity. The manufacturer’s vehicles come with available Kia Access with UVO link. This allows users to connect their hybrid vehicles to their smartphones, which provides for remote control over their climate, locking and unlocking, and even a Find My Car feature. The Kia Augmented Reality Owner's Manual App is another nice advanced feature. Available Android™ Auto and Apple CarPlay® are also options for higher-end models.

Safety in the Driver's Seat

The 2020 Kia Optima delivers on its safety features in several ways. It offers blind-spot collision warning, a feature to detect objects out of your line of sight, for example. Other features including backup monitoring, Smart Cruise, automatic adjusting high beams and forward collision prevention. It's also built with the company's Iso-Structure, which means its made up of advanced high-strength steel that's lightweight, but very durable.

A strong, dependable vehicle, the 2020 Kia Optima is a must-have for many of today's sedan-drivers. To check it out more fully, stop in to Crown Kia in St. Petersburg, FL to head off for a test-drive.