“Extensive noise reduction” awaits owners of the new Kia Optima, due to go on sale in the UK on February 1st.

The manufacturer has outlined the specifications of the new model, including the ways in which it aims to deliver a noise-free driving experience for owners.

“Extensive noise-reduction measures ensure minimal transmission of engine and road sound,” Kia says of its new model.

Meanwhile, “the low coefficient of drag – down to 0.29 from the 0.32 of Kia’s previous D-segment saloon – not only helps fuel economy, but also minimises wind turbulence”.

This should also help to reduce any unwanted vibrations or buffeting of the vehicle at high speeds, or during unsettled exterior weather conditions.

Eliminating vibrations from the road is a matter of adding automotive insulation to the underbody of most vehicles, with felts and foams suitable for different components, depending on their location and exposure to heat.

Autins’ range of underbody and exterior acoustic and thermal insulations includes materials suitable for longitudinal elements and exterior tunnels.

Side door absorbers, wheel arch liners, suspension compressor housings and covers for rear- and side-view cameras can also help to enhance the acoustic insulation properties of a car, creating an all-round approach to eliminating unwanted noise.

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