The Powerful New 2010 Kia Optima 2.7 Liter V6 Engine
Many prospective buyers have avoided some of the sedans made by Kia due to the lack
of available motor choices, but the 2010 Kia Optima Engine Options are far less limited and even could be considered impressive. The standard engine for the 2010 model has not changed significantly from 2009 and remains the 2.4 Liter V4 that delivers 175 horsepower and 169 pound feet of torque. The fuel economy is fairly competitive within its class and is an estimated 22mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. Both a five speed manual and a five speed automatic are available to match with the motor and fuel economy increases slightly with the manual as does acceleration.
For the individuals that were discouraged by the lack of choices in the past, one of the 2010 Kia Optima Engine Options is a 2.7 Liter V6 engine that is designed to please. The engine produces 194 horsepower and 184 pound feet of torque and offers somewhat better acceleration than the smaller 2.4 Liter V4. The fuel economy delivered by the larger engine, however, is somewhat lower and is an estimated 20 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. The 2010 Kia Optima 2.6 Liter V6 engine may not compete with some of the other V6 motors found in other sedans, but it is definitely lower priced as well.
After reviewing the 2010 Kia Optima Engine Options, most buyers have actually opted for the smaller 2.4 Liter V4 engine simply because of slightly better fuel economy. While the acceleration is improved on the 2.7 Liter V6, the difference has proven not to be significant enough to entice buyers into having lesser miles to the gallon. Either choice is appropriate and is more than enough to make the car an adequately enjoyable driving experience.