Kia Optima JF
A sharp-suited Korean executive saloon offering high equipment levels and efficient diesel power.
- Power
- 139 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 9.7 s
- Top speed
- 126 mph
About the Kia Optima JF
The fourth-generation Kia Optima, internal code JF, represented a significant step forward in refinement and design for the Korean brand's D-segment contender. Designed under the direction of Peter Schreyer, it featured the signature 'Tiger Nose' grille and a stiffer chassis compared to its predecessor. The 1.7-litre CRDi engine was the mainstay of the European range, updated for this generation with a variable geometry turbocharger to improve low-end response. While not a sports saloon, it offered a composed ride and a high-quality interior that challenged established European rivals.
Kia Optima JF specs
The Kia Optima JF produces 139 bhp (104 kW) and 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 9.7 seconds and has a top speed of 126 mph (203 km/h).
| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Optima |
| Generation | JF |
| Trim | 1.7 CRDi |
| Years | 2015–2020 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | South Korea |
| Engine | 1.7-litre inline-4 turbodiesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,685 cc (1.7 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 139 bhp (104 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 9.7 s |
| Top speed | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,530 kg (3,373 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 91 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Kia Optima JF rarity in CarSpot
The Kia Optima JF is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 2 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Kia Optima JF fun facts
- The JF generation Optima was the first to be offered as a 'Sportswagon' estate, specifically designed to appeal to the European market.
- The 1.7 CRDi engine featured a chain-driven camshaft, which helped reduce long-term maintenance costs for high-mileage fleet users.
- Despite its executive positioning, the Optima JF achieved a drag coefficient of just 0.25, making it one of the most aerodynamic cars in its class at launch.
