| Model Year | 2004 | Make | Kia |
| Model | Optima | Trim Level | LX |
| Manufactured in | SOUTH KOREA | Body Style | SEDAN 4-DR |
| Engine Type | 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V | Driveline | FWD |
| Tank | 17.20 gallon | City MPG | 22 - 23 miles/gallon |
| Highway MPG | 30 miles/gallon | Anti-Brake System | Non-ABS | 4-Wheel ABS |
| Steering Type | R&P | Front Brake Type | Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | Turning Diameter | 34.10 in. |
| Front Suspension | Ind | Rear Suspension | Ind |
| Front Spring Type | Coil | Rear Spring Type | Coil |
| Tires | 205/60R15 | Front Headroom | 39.00 in. |
| Rear Headroom | 37.60 in. | Front Legroom | 43.30 in. |
| Rear Legroom | 36.20 in. | Front Shoulder Room | 56.90 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.70 in. | Front Hip Room | 55.80 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.40 in. | Curb Weight | 3301 lbs |
| Curb Weight | 3281 lbs | Overall Length | 185.80 in. |
| Overall Width | 71.50 in. | Overall Height | 55.50 in. |
| Wheelbase | 106.30 in. | Ground Clearance | 6.10 in. |
| Track Front | 60.60 in. | Track Rear | 59.80 in. |
| Cargo Length | No data in. | Width at Wheelwell | No data in. |
| Width at Wall | No data in. | Depth | No data in. |
| Standard Seating | 5 | Optional Seating | No data |
| Passenger Volume | 100.00 cu.ft. | Cargo Volume | 13.60 cu.ft. |
| Standard Towing | No data lbs | Maximum Towing | No data lbs |
| Standard Payload | No data lbs | Maximum Payload | No data lbs |
| Standard GVWR | No data lbs | Maximum GVWR | No data lbs |
| Warranty Duration | 60 month | Warranty Distance | 60,000 mile |
| Powertrain Warranty Duration | 120 month | Powertrain Warranty Distance | 100,000 mile |
| Rust-duration | 60 month | Rust-distance | 100,000 mile |
| MSRP | $15,900 USD | Dealer Invoice | $14,765 USD |
| Destination Charge | $540 USD | Child Safety Door Locks | Std. |
| Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate | N/A | Power Door Locks | Std. |
| Vehicle Anti-Theft | N/A | 4WD/AWD | N/A |
| ABS Brakes | Opt. | Automatic Load-Leveling | N/A |
| Electronic Brake Assistance | N/A | Limited Slip Differential | N/A |
| Locking Differential | N/A | Traction Control | N/A |
| Vehicle Stability Control System | N/A | Driver Airbag | Std. |
| Front Side Airbag | Std. | Front Side Airbag with Head Protection | Std. |
| Passenger Airbag | Std. | Side Head Curtain Airbag | N/A |
| Second Row Side Airbag | N/A | Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection | N/A |
| Electronic Parking Aid | N/A | First Aid Kit | Std. |
| Trunk Anti-Trap Device | Std. | Keyless Entry | N/A |
| Remote Ignition | N/A | Air Conditioning | Std. |
| Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls | N/A | Cruise Control | Std. |
| Tachometer | Std. | Tilt Steering | Std. |
| Tilt Steering Column | Std. | Heated Steering Wheel | N/A |
| Leather Steering Wheel | N/A | Steering Wheel Mounted Controls | Std. |
| Telescopic Steering Column | N/A | Adjustable Foot Pedals | N/A |
| Genuine Wood Trim | N/A | Tire Pressure Monitor | N/A |
| Trip Computer | N/A | AM/FM Radio | Std. |
| Cassette Player | Opt. | CD Player | Std. |
| CD Changer | Opt. | DVD Player | N/A |
| Voice Activated Telephone | N/A | Navigation Aid | N/A |
| Second Row Sound Controls | N/A | Subwoofer | N/A |
| Telematics System | N/A | Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | N/A |
| Front Cooled Seat | N/A | Front Heated Seat | N/A |
| Front Power Lumbar Support | N/A | Front Power Memory Seat | N/A |
| Front Split Bench Seat | N/A | Leather Seat | N/A |
| Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | N/A | Second Row Folding Seat | Std. |
| Second Row Heated Seat | N/A | Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | N/A |
| Second Row Removable Seat | N/A | Third Row Removable Seat | N/A |
| Cargo Area Cover | N/A | Cargo Area Tiedowns | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Std. | Load Bearing Exterior Rack | N/A |
| Pickup Truck Bed Liner | N/A | Power Sunroof | N/A |
| Removable Top | N/A | Manual Sunroof | N/A |
| Automatic Headlights | N/A | Daytime Running Lights | N/A |
| Fog Lights | N/A | High Intensity Discharge Headlights | N/A |
| Pickup Truck Cargo Box Light | N/A | Running Boards | N/A |
| Front Air Dam | Std. | Rear Spoiler | Opt. |
| Skid Plate | N/A | Splash Guards | Opt. |
| Wind Deflector for Convertibles | N/A | Power Sliding Side Van Door | N/A |
| Power Trunk Lid | N/A | Alloy Wheels | N/A |
| Chrome Wheels | N/A | Full Size Spare Tire | N/A |
| Run Flat Tires | N/A | Steel Wheels | Std. |
| Power Windows | Std. | Electrochromic Exterior Rearview Mirror | N/A |
| Glass Rear Window on Convertible | N/A | Heated Exterior Mirror | N/A |
| Electrochromic Interior Rearview Mirror | N/A | Power Adjustable Exterior Mirror | Std. |
| Deep Tinted Glass | N/A | Interval Wipers | Std. |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | N/A | Rear Window Defogger | Std. |
| Rear Wiper | N/A | Sliding Rear Pickup Truck Window | N/A |
| Tow Hitch Receiver | N/A | Towing Preparation Package | N/A |
