2017 Kia Optima PHEV - hybrid, specifications, photos

At the Chicago Auto Show in 2016, Kia introduced a hybrid version of 2017 Kia Optima PHEV of 4th generations whose battery can be recharged from a household power socket. 

To motion of the new 2017 Kia Optima PHEV leads the 2.0-liter petrol engine producing 156 hp and 50-kilowatt hydrid engine with a set of lithium-polymer batteries. Last is located under the rear seats, but its capacity is 9.8 kWh.

Thus, the total plant capacity reaches 205 "horses". Exclusive on electrodraught Kia Optima PHEV can pass 43 km, while driving in a combined mode, power reserve up to 965 km.

Such high rates are made possible by the system of energy recovery during braking, as well as good performance (0.29) of the aerodynamic of the drag coefficient. To achieve the latter succeeded including the expense of active shutters in the grille.

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