Geneva 2015: Kia Optima Sportspace Revealed Ahead Of Show

by Cameron Aubernon

Published: February 17th, 2015

geneva 2015 kia optima sportspace revealed ahead of show

Ever wondered what an Optima would look like as a wagon? Behold the Kia Optima Sportspace, bowing just ahead of its official debut in Geneva.

Images of the concept appeared on Bobaedream.co.kr today, showing off the concept’s long, low roofline draped in red paint. Inside the wagon, four sport seats of stitched leather and carbon fiber await occupants, as well as front and rear controls for the concept’s infotainment system.

Other details unearthed include: two gasoline engines — 2-liter GDi and 1.6-liter Turbo GDi — and a hybrid diesel option; seven-speed dual-clutch auto; smart cruise control, and night vision. More to come when the wagon fully bows early next month.

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Cameron Aubernon

Seattle-based writer, blogger, and photographer for many a publication. Born in Louisville. Raised in Kansas. Where I lay my head is home.

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FamousX on Feb 18, 2015

The IS300, not the audi. I thought it made him cooler somehow driving a compact import Japanese wagon with a straight-six.

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Stanczyk on Feb 20, 2015

Looks sleek , elegant (except these 'chaep wheels'..) .. beter than 'more prestigeous' 'still-eerie-korean' designed Hujnundajiji .. but 2-liter GDi and 1.6-liter Turbo GDi for this body ? - 'More Show than Go' ..!

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