KIA Launches Optima Hybrid at LA Show 2010

This is launched on La Show 2010 KIA Launches Optima Hybrid at LA Show 2010 The electric motor is coupled to the transmission and it incorporates a permanent magnet synchronous electric traction motor. In full electric mode it delivers 40 hp (30 kW) and 151 lb-ft (205 Nm) of torque and when the 2.4-liter Atkinson Cycle gasoline unit kicks in, combined output is 206 hp and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm).

Alongside the traction motor, there's also the 8.5 kW belt-driven Hybrid-Starter-Generator (HSG), which cannot drive the wheels, but it starts the engine and recharges the battery.

As other modern hybrids, the Optima Hybrid can recover energy lost during braking as well, just like the Volkswagen Golf Blue-e-motion, for instance.ride uses a full parallel hybrid system and can be driven in full-electric mode at speeds up to 62 mph (100 kph). It also has a start / stop function, which eliminates idle consumption and reduce overall emissions.

Compared to other hybrids on the market, the Optima does not use a nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion battery, but a more advanced lithium-polymer solution, capable of handling a larger load (30 kW) to 25% longer. Another plus is the reduced weight, as the lithium-polymer battery tips the scales at 95.9 lbs (43 kg), or 28 pounds (13 kg) less than the Toyota Camry Hybrid battery pack.

 Optima Hybrid side view

 Optima Hybrid engine view

 Optima Hybrid front view