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2008 Kia Optima Comparisons

Individual reviews have their uses, but nothing reveals a car’s pros and cons like cold, hard scrutiny. With our 2008 Kia Optima comparison tool you can see for yourself how any two or three models measure up against this vehicle in body dimensions, horsepower, fuel economy, equipment, pricing, you name it. Our user-friendly format should make differences...
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2008 Kia Optima Research

2008 Kia Optima

MSRP Range:$18,150 - $19,845  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Transmissions: 0-Speed Automatic; 4-Speed Manual; 5-Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Front Wheel Drive
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Comparing Kia Optima LX Kia Optima LX Kia Optima EX
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Year 2008
Make Kia
Model Optima
Trim
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  Kia Optima LX Kia Optima LX Kia Optima EX
MSRP $18,150.00 $19,845.00 $19,895.00
Destination $675.00 $675.00 $675.00
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  Kia Optima LX Kia Optima LX Kia Optima EX
Standard Engine 2.4L 162hp I4 2.7L 185hp V6 2.4L 162hp I4
Horsepower 162 @ 5800 RPM 185 @ 6000 RPM 162 @ 5800 RPM
Torque 164 @ 4250 RPM 182 @ 4000 RPM 164 @ 4250 RPM
Valves 4 4 4
Displacement (cc) 2359 2656 2359
Bore X Stroke (in.) 3.5 X 3.8 3.4 X 3 3.5 X 3.8
Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.4:1 10.5:1
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