2003 Kia Optima Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 4 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: First generation (MS).
- Length185.8 in
- Width71.5 in
- Height55.5 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Curb weight3,279 lb – 3,301 lb
- Length185.8 in
- Height55.5 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Curb weight3,279 lb – 3,301 lb
- Width71.5 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2003 Kia Optima
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
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- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 185.8 in · 71.5 in · 55.5 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 4x114.3, bore 67.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS, 205/55R16, 205/60R15, 215/45R17. Tire sizes
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- Check oil capacityCapacity & viscosity
- Check wheel sizeBolt pattern, bore, offset
- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 185.8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.0 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.6 in |
| Front legroom | 43.3 in |
| Rear legroom | 36.2 in |
| Front shoulder room | 56.9 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.7 in |
| Front hip room | 55.8 in |
| Rear hip room | 54.4 in |
| Passenger volume | 100.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 13.6 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,279 lb – 3,301 lb |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 147 – 181 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P205/60HR15.0 BSW AS
- 205/55R16
- 205/60R15
- 215/45R17
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver22"
- Passenger20"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 124R-2
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.5 qt
- 5W-305.1 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (4 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX 4dr Sedan | 185.8 | 71.5 | 55.5 | 106.3 | — | 3281 |
| LX V6 4dr Sedan | 185.8 | 71.5 | 55.5 | 106.3 | — | 3279 |
| SE 4dr Sedan | 185.8 | 71.5 | 55.5 | 106.3 | — | 3301 |
| SE V6 4dr Sedan | 185.8 | 71.5 | 55.5 | 106.3 | — | 3279 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (First generation (MS)): years 2001–2003. View model overview