The Rondo shares its nuts and bolts with the new Kia Optima, including a 2.4-liter in-line four-cylinder engine that makes 162 horsepower and 164 lb.-ft of torque or a 2.7-liter V6 that bumps horsepower and torque up to 182. A four-speed automatic transmission comes standard with the LX model, and the EX gets a five-speed. Both come standard with Kia's Sportmatic shift. Underneath, the front-wheel-drive Rondo utilizes independent front and rear suspensions. Steering is handled with a rack-and-pinion setup. Safety features include six standard airbags (including side curtains), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ABS brakes, and more.