起亚在纽约车展发布了2016款Optima，该车旨在利用全新外观吸引更多消费者。该车采用新的前脸，向后延伸的前大灯，细窄的格栅和更突出进气口，新的HID前大灯和远光灯辅助系统，可在探测到对面出现车辆时自动关闭近光灯。更大的变化在车内，新车内装材质进一步提升，布局更简洁，规整。采用了更舒适座椅，额外增加软触材质和六声道音响，信息娱乐系统可兼容安卓Auto和苹果CarPlay系统。高端版本可选装加热和透气前排座椅，真皮和纳帕真皮内饰，14声道，630瓦数字功放燕飞利仕音响。新车安全系统包括全景监控系统，智能巡航控制，盲点探测系统，倒车侧方盲点监视器，自动紧急制动系统等。该车动力系统包括2.4升四缸引擎，功率137千瓦/185马力，扭矩241牛米；1.6升四缸涡轮增压引擎，功率132千瓦/178马力，扭矩264牛米；2.0升四缸涡轮增压引擎，功率184千瓦/247马力，扭矩352牛米。绝大多数引擎可搭配六速自动变速器，1.6升版本可搭配七速双离合器变速器。由于2016款Optima重量更轻，配备的更硬底盘采用高刚性钢材，同时采用结构型胶粘剂和热成型部件，因此防撞性和操控性提升，同时噪音和振动更低。2016款Optima将于年底上市，起亚将在新车临近上市时公布价格。
2016 Kia Optima unveiled in New York with three different engines
Kia has unveiled the 2016 Optima at the New York Auto Show.
Designed to appeal to "consumers looking for a fresh alternative," the Optima has an evolutionary design but adopts a new front fascia with sweptback headlights, a slimmer grille and more prominent air intakes. The model can also be equipped with new HID headlights with a High Beam Assist system that automatically switches to low beams when oncoming traffic is detected.
Bigger changes occur in the cabin as the 2016 Optima features higher quality materials and a "cleaner, more unified design." The model also has more comfortable seats, additional soft-touch materials and a six-speaker audio system. Other highlights include a six-speaker audio system and an infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.
Higher-end variants boast an assortment of options including heated and ventilated front seats, leather and Nappa leather upholstery as well as an Infinity audio system with 14 speakers and a 630-watt digital amplifier.
The Optima can also be equipped with an assortment of safety gear including an Around View Monitor, Advanced Smart Cruise Control and a Blind Spot Detection system. Customers can also order Rear Cross Traffic Alert and an Autonomous Emergency Braking system which will automatically bring the vehicle to a stop to avoid a collision.
Under the hood, three different engines will be available including:
A 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 185 bhp (137 kW) and 178 lb-ft (241 Nm) of torque
A turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 178 bhp (132 kW) and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm) of torque
A turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 247 bhp (184 kW) and 260 lb-ft (352 Nm) of torque
A majority of the engines are connected to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the 1.6-liter turbo is paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
Speaking of performance, the 2016 Optima has a lighter and stiffer chassis that uses more high-strength steel. The model also has more structural adhesives and hot stamped components which help to improve crash protection and handling while also reducing NVH levels.
The 2016 Optima will go on sale towards the end of the year and pricing will be announced closer to launch.