2011 Optima
|
2011 Optima
|
Jun 25 2010, 06:12 AM
|
|
EClub Live Chat for Life! Group: Lifetimer Posts: 1,426 Posts Per Day: 0.28 Thanks Received: 126 Trader Stats: 2 (100%) Joined: 12-February 10 From: gone Member No.: 8,215 Mood: Sick |
Another thing to note. Silver/gray is so.....everywhere. I see you replaced the Sonata pic with a red one and it's much better looking...any color other than gray for the Optima? I think that blue or green would be nice on it.
-------------------- |
|
|
Jun 25 2010, 08:05 AM
|
|
2006 GLS Hatch Group: Lifetimer Posts: 6,747 Posts Per Day: 1.03 Thanks Received: 87 Trader Stats: 3 (100%) Joined: 29-March 06 From: Little Rock, AR Member No.: 2,051 Mood: Accomplished |
-------------------- |
|
|
Jun 25 2010, 08:42 AM
|
|
car enthusiast Group: Lifetimer Posts: 1,938 Posts Per Day: 0.35 Thanks Received: 1 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 23-February 09 From: DuBois, PA Member No.: 6,966 Mood: Crotchety |
I Like them both so I'm no help to helping you pick. I'd get either one. They both look completely different, but I like both of their looks.
-------------------- A proud lifetime member of the greatest club!
Check out my: Garage 2nd place winner in 2009 and 2010 detailing contest!! |
|
|
Jun 27 2010, 01:27 PM
|
|
Outta the way! Group: Leader Posts: 5,972 Posts Per Day: 0.85 Thanks Received: 272 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Citrus Heights, CA Member No.: 33 Mood: Cocky |
The new Forte and Optima designs seem very Acura/Audi-ish, while the new Elantra and Sonata remind me of Mercedes and Lexus designs. I think that this tends to follow with the intended separation of the brands. Younger, sportier drivers tend to lean toward Acura and Audi, while Mercedes and Lexus shoppers tend to be a little older.
I've thought for a while that my next car would be an Audi. That thought might change. I like what I'm seeing here. -Roy -------------------- |
|
|
Jun 27 2010, 11:36 PM
|
|
Club Founder Group: Admin Posts: 21,359 Posts Per Day: 3.04 Thanks Received: 2809 Trader Stats: 16 (100%) Joined: 23-December 04 From: Maryland Member No.: 1 Mood: Okay |
The Audi connection is very apparent considering Kia's chief designer, Peter Schreyer was a former Audi designer. He penned the original Audi TT.
-------------------- |
|
|
Jun 27 2010, 11:51 PM
|
|
2006 GLS Hatch Group: Lifetimer Posts: 6,747 Posts Per Day: 1.03 Thanks Received: 87 Trader Stats: 3 (100%) Joined: 29-March 06 From: Little Rock, AR Member No.: 2,051 Mood: Accomplished |
The new Forte and Optima designs seem very Acura/Audi-ish, while the new Elantra and Sonata remind me of Mercedes and Lexus designs. I think that this tends to follow with the intended separation of the brands. Younger, sportier drivers tend to lean toward Acura and Audi, while Mercedes and Lexus shoppers tend to be a little older. I've thought for a while that my next car would be an Audi. That thought might change. I like what I'm seeing here. -Roy Esp since it will also get the 274hp 2.0t GDI engine too netting 22mpg-34mpg. -------------------- |
|
|
Jun 28 2010, 01:13 PM
|
|
Outta the way! Group: Leader Posts: 5,972 Posts Per Day: 0.85 Thanks Received: 272 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Citrus Heights, CA Member No.: 33 Mood: Cocky |
From Wikipedia:
QUOTE As with its Hyundai Sonata sibling, the Optima's lineup has been replaced with a universal GDI 2.4 4-cylinder engine, either powered by a 6-speed automatic transmission with Eco dash display, or by a standard 6-speed manual transmission that is only standard on the LX model. Sales are slated to begin in Fall 2010. The new K5 came out on April 29th, 2010 in the South Korean market. The new Optima retains its trim lines of the base LX, upscale EX, and sporty SX models. Standard equipment include a slew of advanced safety features such as ESC and ABS brakes, as well as Sirius Satellite Radio, cooled glove box, iPod connectivity, and handsfree Bluetooth phone operation. EX models receive Kia's new UVO infotainment system by Microsoft with integrated backup camera, and Proximity Key with Push-Button Start. SX models add a rear spoiler, metal pedals, black hybrid metal and carbon insert trim, paddle shifters, and illuminated scuff plates. A panoramic moonroof, heated front and rear seats, cooled front seats, heated steering wheel, and navigation system is also available. A Hybrid model and Turbo model has been announced, and is predicted to arrive in early 2011. In addition, a wagon version will hit European markets, and two-door coupe version may come to the U.S. at a later date. [6] The turbo model will have the same powertrain as the Hyundai Sonata 2.0T. The turbocharged model will have 274HP and 269lb-ft of torque in the North American model. [7]The car is estimated to obtain 34MPG HWY. From the carspyshots link above, I see paddle shifters and a bunch of steering wheel-mounted controls, a smartly laid out center console stack with auto climate control, and a tastefully done leather boot over the auto shifter lever. Kia's gonna have a winner with this one. -Roy -------------------- |
|
|
Jun 28 2010, 02:50 PM
|
|
car enthusiast Group: Lifetimer Posts: 1,938 Posts Per Day: 0.35 Thanks Received: 1 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 23-February 09 From: DuBois, PA Member No.: 6,966 Mood: Crotchety |
Is there any kind of price difference between the optima and the sonata?
-------------------- A proud lifetime member of the greatest club!
Check out my: Garage 2nd place winner in 2009 and 2010 detailing contest!! |
|
|
Jun 28 2010, 02:56 PM
|
|
Outta the way! Group: Leader Posts: 5,972 Posts Per Day: 0.85 Thanks Received: 272 Trader Stats: 4 (100%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Citrus Heights, CA Member No.: 33 Mood: Cocky |
Historically, the Sonata is more expensive by ~$1-2K. The 2010 models start at about the same price, but the Sonata has a higher top end due to trim options. It doesn't seem to me that one is being branded as the cheaper of the two, so I would bet that these will be close in price.
-Roy -------------------- |
|
|
Jun 28 2010, 09:57 PM
|
|
GT for life! Group: VIP Members Posts: 6,303 Posts Per Day: 0.90 Thanks Received: 478 Trader Stats: 2 (100%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Greenville, SC Member No.: 34 Mood: Optimistic |
I think I'd need to see the Kia in person to truly respond. I picked the Sonata, because I absolutely love it. The new Optima sure is a fine looking car though. For me I was looking for more of an upscale/luxury yet sporty looking sedan. I think the Sonata fits the bill.
-------------------- Please consider helping keep the club online and independent. Donate here to help the club.
Current Car: 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT, 6 spd manual w/ the style and tech packages Previous Hyundai's: 2011 Hyundai Sonata SE in Venetian Red; 2006 Hyundai Sonata GLS, 3.3L V-6 in Ebony Black; 2004 Elantra GT, 5 spd manual in tidal wave blue |
|
|
Jun 28 2010, 10:13 PM
|
|
Elantra Guru Group: Members Posts: 2,710 Posts Per Day: 0.41 Thanks Received: 59 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 21-March 06 From: Hackettstown, NJ Member No.: 2,023 Mood: Accomplished |
the thing about kia are their interiors...for some reason i hate them..haha outside though the kia wins hands down! except for the taurus look...
-------------------- |
|
|
Dec 1 2010, 08:51 PM
|
|
Poster Pro Group: Members Posts: 924 Posts Per Day: 0.13 Thanks Received: 52 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 27-March 05 From: Maryville, TN Member No.: 640 Mood: Awake |
Local dealership just got thier first one in. Haven't looked any closer than a quick drive by to and from work but it strikes me as a very low and wide car.
-------------------- |
|
|
Similar Topics
Topic | Replies | Topic Starter | Views | Last Action | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2011 Sunroof Adjusting 2011 Sunroof |
4 | Argyle | 10,627 | 15th April 2016 - 08:35 PM Last post by: Argyle |
|
Optima Wagon, Plug-In Hybrid in the works Announced at Frankfurt Auto Show |
0 | roydjt | 6,230 | 18th September 2015 - 12:00 PM Last post by: roydjt |
|
2011 Hyundai Elantra limited Wheels opinion |
3 | Ace92028 | 1,081 | 26th March 2015 - 09:20 PM Last post by: rsr145 |
|
2011 elantra washer nozzle | 12 | Tony240 | 12,447 | 16th March 2015 - 02:14 PM Last post by: MalibuJack |
|
2011 Elantra Limited Head Rest lack of tilt adjustment Head rest leans too far forward no tilt adjustment |
14 | agc500 | 12,638 | 14th October 2014 - 04:14 AM Last post by: elantraelite |
Copyright 2022 The Elantra Club   | Time is now: 28th March 2024 - 07:38 AM |
Elantra Club is not affiliated in any way with Hyundai Motor America |