The Kia Optima Hybrid Offers Practicality and Efficiency

 The Kia Optima Hybrid has earned plenty of fans in and around Cedar Rapids, which should certainly come as no surprise. It does, after all, offer sleek styling, an impressive array of standard features, and, of course, excellent fuel economy, all in the form of a midsize family sedan. It's proven a popular choice here at Hiawatha's McGrath Kia, and the model is still in its infancy. Let's take a look at its roots.

The First-Generation Optima Hybrid

While the non-hybrid Optima is currently in its third generation, the Kia Optima Hybrid is in its first. The 2011 model - the first one - was unveiled at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show, and was made available at dealerships in November 2011. It sold extremely well from the start, ranking second in hybrid sales for the 2011 calendar year.

Take a look under the hood, and you'll find a 2.4L engine the works with a 30 kW electric motor and a lithium-polymer battery; power is sent to the front wheels by way of a six-speed automatic transmission. It's able to travel at speeds of up to 62 mph in all-electric mode, outdoing many of its competitors in this regard.

The Optima Hybrid also distinguishes itself from other hybrids in that, aside from the hybrid badge, different wheel discs, and lowered ride height, it shares no external differences with the non-hybrid Optima.

The 2013 Kia Optima Hybrid is the latest model, and features a number of excellent comfort and convenience features. These include keyless ignition and entry, a rearview camera, and Bluetooth, among other things. In other words, you'll be comfortable while you're enjoying this vehicle's impressive performance and fuel economy.

Come to McGrath Kia

If you're looking for a new or used Kia Optima Hybrid, or any other Kia vehicle, then you owe it to yourself to come to our dealership. You can find us at 1020 N Center Point Rd in Hiawatha, IA, a mere 10-minute drive north from Cedar Rapids via I-380 N. With our extensive inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles, our impressive service department, and our commitment to your satisfaction, we're confident in our ability to meet your automotive needs, so come see us today.