Simmering with brand new tech options and awesome features, the 2019 Optima continues its place as a very useful and commanding alternative in the midsize sedan segment for next year. Having debuted early this summer at the New York International Auto Show, Kia's best-selling midsize sedan was unveiled with brand new design cues on the interior and exterior, expanded ADAS technology, a new UVO infotainment platform, and available European-inspired red and black two-tone sport leather-trimmed seats. There will also be the choice of new alloy wheels, ambient LED interior lighting, and a brand new exterior color called “Passion Red”.
The 2019 Optima model refresh sharpens the overall design inside and out, and a number of ADAS technologies are now standard across the entire line, which further signifies the value Optima offers. There is also a brand-new approach to the UVO telematics sytem, that makes it easier for buyers to understand its features, and an embedded modem is now included. The brand-new two-tone sport seats are perfect for those who are looking to change up their car with European-inspired design, and all of these models are proudly assembled in the U.S. At Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia. The new Optima will go on sale later this year, and will be offered in four trim variants: LX, S, EX, and SX.
The LX now comes standard with Stinger-inspired LED daytime running lights, a nicely luminescent matte gray-finish grill, and a new 16-inch alloy wheel design. The S model is the pinnacle of what anyone looking for an affordable yet smart vehicle will be happy with: sporty and tech-savvy features include new projection beam fog lamps, LED taillights, dual exhaust, sport side sills with gloss black trim, a very cool gloss-black grill, and 18-inch alloy wheels. Standard push-button start, smart key, smart trunk, and power front windows with auto up/down functionality add a taste of convenience and accessibility that will no doubt be well-received. Completely redesigned 18-inch wheels are standard on the SX and SX Limited, available with Michelin 235/45R – 18 tires.
Exciting new LED fog lights, ambient interior lighting, sport steering wheel, and Smart Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go functionality are standard on both the SX and SXL variants, the SX features available European-styled red and black two-tone sport leather-trimmed seats, a Harman Kardon premium audio system with UVO link and Navigation, heated steering wheel, gloss black door pillars and side moldings, as well as a sport bumper with LED fog lamps.
The UVO infotainment system and telematics have made it easier than ever for owners to constantly interact with their vehicles, and the 2019 Optima is released with an easy-to-understand tired system. UVO play tethers the user's smartphone to the Optima's audio system through a USB cable, and voice recognition is available for sending calls, navigation, and listening to music in a fashion that allows the driver to focus more clearly on the task at hand. We invite you here to Jim Butler Kia of St Louis, to check out on top of it all what the UVO link with Navigation adds to the mix: standard with all of the features in UVO play and UVO link, UVO link with Navigation adds my POIS and Map Care, which allows for two free map updates each year!
