Kia Optima TF
A sharp-suited Korean challenger to the European executive establishment.
- Power
- 134 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.2 s
- Top speed
- 126 mph
About the Kia Optima TF
The third-generation Kia Optima (TF) marked a radical departure for the brand, trading the anonymous styling of its predecessors for a sleek, 'tiger-nose' design penned by Peter Schreyer. In the UK and Europe, it was primarily marketed with the 1.7-litre CRDi diesel engine, aimed squarely at the fleet-dominated D-segment. While it lacked the dynamic polish of the Ford Mondeo or the interior refinement of the Volkswagen Passat, it offered a high level of standard equipment and a class-leading seven-year warranty. Its striking silhouette remains its most distinctive feature, helping to elevate Kia's brand image from budget-focused to design-led.
Kia Optima TF specs
The Kia Optima TF produces 134 bhp (100 kW) and 325 Nm (240 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.2 seconds and has a top speed of 126 mph (202 km/h).
| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | Optima |
| Generation | TF |
| Trim | 1.7 CRDi |
| Years | 2010–2015 |
| Type | Saloon |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | South Korea |
| Engine | 1.7-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,685 cc (1.7 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 134 bhp (100 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 325 Nm (240 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.2 s |
| Top speed | 126 mph (202 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,575 kg (3,472 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 85 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Kia Optima TF rarity in CarSpot
The Kia Optima TF is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 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 TF fun facts
- The TF Optima was the first Kia to use the 'tiger-nose' grille across all global markets, a design element that became the brand's signature.
- Despite its European design influence, the Optima was a massive success in the US, where it was built at Kia's plant in West Point, Georgia.
- The 1.7-litre CRDi engine was specifically tuned for the European market to balance fuel efficiency with the torque required for motorway cruising.
