Kia Optima 2018 1.6 diesel description
Sedan Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 134 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and Garrett GTE1244VZM turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Kia Optima 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.4 litres.
Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 196 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi fuel consumption is 4.5 litres per 100km (22.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 70 litres or 18.49 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1540 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1700 kilometers on highway.
Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi technical data
| Model: | Kia Optima 1.6 CRDi | ||
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| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2018. January | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 134 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 320 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 196 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 (combined) 5.0 (urban) 4.1 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres (18.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.86m (length) 1.49m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Gross weight: | 2070 kg | ||
Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi engine D4FE
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 85.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 15.9 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Common Rail Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair. |
| Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.4 litres (4.7 quarts) |
| Power | 116 - 136 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 - 320 NM ON 2000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Hyundai |
| Start of production (year) | 2017 |
| Duration of production | 8 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2020 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Kia Sportage Kia Ceed Hyundai Tucson Hyundai i30 and 2 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Kia Optima sedan [2018 modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Kia Optima 2018 1.6 GDI Turbo
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 178 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
| Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi | 1.6 Diesel | 134 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Kia Optima 2018 1.6 CRDi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 134 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
| Kia Optima 2018 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Kia Optima 2018 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Kia Optima 2018 2.0 GT
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.4 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 245 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Kia Optima 2018 2.0 GDI | 2.0 Hybrid | 68 HP | 1.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Kia Optima 2018 2.4 | 2.4 Petrol | 188 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |