2008 Kia Optima Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 4 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Second generation (MG).
- Length186.4 in
- Width71.1 in
- Height58.3 in
- Wheelbase107.1 in
- Curb weight3,142 lb – 3,287 lb
- Length186.4 in
- Height58.3 in
- Wheelbase107.1 in
- Curb weight3,142 lb – 3,287 lb
- Width71.1 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 2008 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: 186.4 in · 71.1 in · 58.3 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x114.3, bore 67.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS, 205/60R16, 205/65R15, 215/50R17…. Tire sizes
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- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 186.4 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 71.1 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.8 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 38.0 in |
| Front legroom | 43.7 in |
| Rear legroom | 37.8 in |
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 56.3 in |
| Front hip room | 54.5 in |
| Rear hip room | 54.7 in |
| Passenger volume | 104.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 14.8 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 3,142 lb – 3,287 lb |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 164 – 182 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS
- 205/60R16
- 205/65R15
- 215/50R17
- 225/40R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger18"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 124R-2
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.8 qt
- 5W-304.5 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (4 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX 4dr Sedan | 186.4 | 71.1 | 58.3 | 107.1 | — | 3179 |
| EX V6 4dr Sedan | 186.4 | 71.1 | 58.3 | 107.1 | — | 3287 |
| LX 4dr Sedan | 186.4 | 71.1 | 58.3 | 107.1 | — | 3142 |
| LX V6 4dr Sedan | 186.4 | 71.1 | 58.3 | 107.1 | — | 3287 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Second generation (MG)): years 2007–2008. View model overview