Sadly, Kia Optima Sportswagon is for European Market Only
The Kia Optima Sportswagon has been officially unveiled ahead of its debut at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show.
The Korean automaker has shown off its first-ever D-segment tourer, which will go on sale across Europe in the fourth quarter of 2016. The Kia Optima Sportswagon is inspired by the Sportspace Concept that debuted at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show and will be available with a choice of gasoline and diesel powertrains. Although Kia didn’t get into specifics on engine sizes or performance figures, it did say that there will be a high-performance GT model in the lineup. We expect details to be announced at the Geneva Motor Show in early March.
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What Kia did reveal is that the Optima Sportswagon will boast a 553-liter cargo capacity along with versatile 40:20:40 split-fold rear seats. The cabin will also have a new infotainment system with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Check back with AutoGuide.com starting March 1 for live coverage of the 2016 Geneva Motor Show where we will get more details on the Kia Optima Sportswagon, including whether or not the Korean automaker has plans of bringing it to the U.S.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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More sweet treats we don't get ... Hey, America! Quit buying so many crossovers and start getting wagons so automakers will bring more of them here!
I want to see a Buick Estate wagon in the next few years.