KIA OPTIMA
2001–2020 · 115 trims available
At a Glance
OPTIMA OVERVIEW
Year Range
2001–2020
Total Configurations
115
Best MyCar Score
75.9 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$14,899–$36,090
Trim Levels
2020 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2020 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING OPTIMA TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | Sedan | 24 | 170 | $18,560 | 73 |
| SE | Sedan | 21 | 160 | $19,197 | 73 |
| EX | Sedan | 25 | 177 | $21,905 | 72 |
| LX Turbo | Sedan | 31 | 178 | $24,227 | 72 |
| S | Sedan | 27 | 185 | $24,493 | 73 |
| EX Turbo | Sedan | 26 | 274 | $24,798 | 71 |
| SX | Sedan | 25 | 226 | $25,845 | 71 |
| LX Hybrid | Sedan | 38 | 199 | $25,948 | 70 |
| Hybrid | Sedan | 37 | 206 | $26,100 | 71 |
| SX Turbo | Sedan | 25 | 252 | $29,545 | 70 |
| EX Premium | Sedan | 31 | 178 | $30,190 | 74 |
| EX Hybrid | Sedan | 37 | 199 | $31,973 | 68 |
| SXL | Sedan | 24 | 274 | $35,300 | 66 |
| SXL Turbo | Sedan | 25 | 255 | $35,877 | 68 |
| Hybrid Base | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| LX, S | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| LX, S, SE | Sedan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A OPTIMA
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14,899 | $36,090 |
| MPG (combined) | 18 combined | 38 combined |
| Horsepower | 138 HP | 274 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Sedan | Sedan |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2010
Average MyCar Score: 75 · 1 avg recalls
Years to Watch
2014, 2013
Lower scores or higher recall counts. Research these years carefully before buying.
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