2021 Kia Optima in Albuquerque NM Gets a Sleek New Design

Back in October, Kia gave us a vague preview of what we should expect from the 2021 Kia Optima in Albuquerque NM. Recently, the company unveiled its all-new design. Here's what to expect from this sleek new sedan.

If a car could define the word "redesign," the 2021 Optima would be a candidate for that definition, as this sedan is a clean-slate retake on the brand's midsize car. Up front, it maintains the signature tiger-nose grille, but it's wider and more eye-catching than before. Other updates to the front end include an aggressively designed bumper with large air intakes, thin headlights with zig-zagging LED accents, and a sporty hood.

In the back, the redesigned 2021 Kia Optima in Albuquerque NM gains a new fastback appearance, as the C-pillar flows deep into the rear fenders. It also shows off a one-piece, full-width taillight bar and a sharp bumper design with integrated air fins and angular exhaust openings.

If you measure it, you'll discover the 2021 Optima has also grown in size. While its height is 0.8 inches lower, its body is 1.9 inches longer and 1 inch wider. Its wheelbase also increases by 1.8 inches.

Inside, the 2021 Kia Optima in Albuquerque NM continues the current trend of simplicity, as the dash boasts an uncluttered look with very few buttons and knobs to muddle it up. It also has lots of horizontal lines to visually widen the space, a flat-bottom steering wheel for extra sportiness, and a rotary shift knob to add to its roominess. There's also a plethora of technology inside this new-generation sedan, including an optional 10.25-inch touchscreen, an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and an optional 12-speaker Bose audio system.
 

Technology in the 2021 Kia Optima in Albuquerque NM

Tech isn't all this new Optima will be known for; plenty of luxury features will be available. These will include ambient mood lighting, metallic- and wood-effect trim, synthetic and natural leather options, and more.  The instrument panel has beautiful displays, including a vista-like background or gauges that transform with the drive modes. The infotainment system is also gorgeous, and its menus are generally easy to navigate.
The Optima will offer a turbocharged 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with 180 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque and be paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. There's also a chance the 2021 Kia Optima in Albuquerque NM will offer all-wheel drive for the first time. Although it won't be available right away, the sportier Optima GT will have a more powerful turbocharged engine. Its 2.5-liter 4-cylinder is expected to make 290 hp and 310 lb-ft. It'll pair with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

While Kia didn't confirm standard safety equipment, it was confirmed that the 2021 Optima will have all the latest in available safety tech. This includes: 

 

• automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection 

• blind-spot monitoring with automated braking 

• adaptive cruise control 

• lane-keep assist

• driver-attention warning

• highway driving assistance 

• 360-degree camera

• rear cross-traffic alert 

• and more  

 

We expect the 2021 Optima to follow in the footsteps of the current model and offer most of these safety features standard. The 2021 Optima has yet to be crash-tested by the NHTSA or IIHS.

Kia provides one of the best warranties available, bar none. While it doesn't include complimentary scheduled maintenance, its limited and powertrain coverage are the longest of any automaker besides its corporate sibling, Hyundai.

• Limited warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles

• Powertrain warranty covers 10 years or 100,000 miles

Even with the dwindling popularity of family sedans, Kia has crafted a persuasive example of an outstanding one with the all-new 2021 Optima. Come see it personally at Fiesta Kia!