What gas does the 2016 Kia Optima take?
The EPA rates every 2016 Kia Optima engine on regular gasoline.
Key takeaways
- 4 EPA-certified configurations listed for the 2016 Kia Optima.
- Regular gasoline is what the EPA rated it on - paying for premium buys nothing unless the manual asks for it.
- None of the listed engines is flex-fuel, so do not use E85.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | Rated fuel | E85 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo | 7-speed automated manual (dual-clutch) | FWD | regular gasoline | No |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | regular gasoline | No |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid | 6-speed automated manual (dual-clutch) | FWD | regular gasoline | No |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder | 6-speed automatic | FWD | regular gasoline | No |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fuel economy data (fueleconomy.gov). Each row is one certified configuration; a trim or option not sold in a configuration is not listed.
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