Price Ranges
The base Optima LX is priced at $16,355 with a 4-cylinder engine and 5-speed manual transmission and an extra $1,295 with a 5-speed automatic. An LX V6 costs $19,345 and comes only with the automatic.
The more upscale EX trim level is available only with the automatic transmission. It costs $19,395 with the 4-cylinder and $20,400 with the V6.
Most Optima customers are expected to get the 4-cylinder with an automatic transmission. It's anticipated that the majority of buyers will be in their 30s to mid-40s.
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Introduction
How to use this manual
Vehicle handling instructions
Vehicle break-in process ...
Starting the engine
CAUTION
Always wear appropriate shoes
when operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes (high heels,
ski boots,etc.) may interfere
with your ability to use the
brake and accelerator pedal,
and the ...
Seat
Driver’s seat
1 Seat adjustment, forward / backward
2 Seatback recliner
3 Seat adjustment, height*
4 Seat heater switch*
5 Headrest adjustment
Front passenger seat
6 Seat adjustment, forwa ...


