Kia Optima — Specs, Trims, Prices & Owner Reviews
Optima.
Model years 2015–2020 · Independent buyer data
Kia Optima: General Information
Optima.
Cars4Real covers the Kia Optima across the 2015–2020 model years.
It offers 192–199 hp and seating for 5. Typical pricing spans $21,650 – $25,995.
Kia Optima by model year
2015 Kia Optima
2015 Kia Optima LX
The 2015 Kia Optima LX uses a 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. producing 192 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD). MSRP started at $21,650.
2015 Kia Optima EX
The 2015 Kia Optima EX uses a 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. producing 192 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD).
2015 Kia Optima SX
The 2015 Kia Optima SX uses a 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. producing 192 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD).
2015 Kia Optima SXL
The 2015 Kia Optima SXL uses a 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. producing 192 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD).
2015 Kia Optima Limited
The 2015 Kia Optima Limited uses a 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. producing 192 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD).
2015 Kia Optima LX (Hybrid)
The 2015 Kia Optima LX (Hybrid) uses a 2.4L hybrid I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 199 hp total system output for hybrid context. producing 199 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD). MSRP started at $25,990.
2015 Kia Optima EX (Hybrid)
The 2015 Kia Optima EX (Hybrid) uses a 2.4L hybrid I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 199 hp total system output for hybrid context. producing 199 hp, paired with an Automatic (FWD).
2016 Kia Optima
2016 Kia Optima LX
The 2016 Kia Optima LX uses a 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim, paired with an Automatic (DCT). MSRP started at $21,840.
2016 Kia Optima EX
The 2016 Kia Optima EX uses a 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim, paired with an Automatic (DCT).
2016 Kia Optima SX
The 2016 Kia Optima SX uses a 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim, paired with an Automatic (DCT).
2016 Kia Optima SXL
The 2016 Kia Optima SXL uses a 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim, paired with an Automatic (DCT).
2016 Kia Optima turbo
The 2016 Kia Optima turbo uses a 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim, paired with an Automatic (DCT).
2016 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid)
The 2016 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid) uses a 2.4L I4 hybrid system; FWD, paired with an Automatic (FWD). MSRP started at $25,995.
2017 Kia Optima
2017 Kia Optima Base
The 2017 Kia Optima Base uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2017 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid)
The 2017 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2017 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid)
The 2017 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2018 Kia Optima
2018 Kia Optima Base
The 2018 Kia Optima Base uses a 2.4L I4, paired with an Automatic. MSRP started at $22,500.
2018 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid)
The 2018 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid) uses a 2.0L hybrid, paired with an Automatic. MSRP started at $25,995.
2018 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid)
The 2018 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2019 Kia Optima
2019 Kia Optima Base
The 2019 Kia Optima Base uses a 2.4L I4, paired with an Automatic. MSRP started at $22,900.
2019 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid)
The 2019 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2019 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid)
The 2019 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2020 Kia Optima
2020 Kia Optima Base
The 2020 Kia Optima Base uses a 1.6L I4 row in snippet, paired with an Automatic.
2020 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid)
The 2020 Kia Optima Base (Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
2020 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid)
The 2020 Kia Optima Base (Plug-In Hybrid) uses a source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets, paired with an Automatic.
Kia Optima trim levels
| Trim | MSRP | Engine | Power | Drive | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $21,650 | 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. | 192 hp | FWD | — |
| EX | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. | 192 hp | FWD | — |
| SX | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. | 192 hp | FWD | — |
| SXL | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. | 192 hp | FWD | — |
| Limited | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4 and 2.0L turbo I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 192 hp and 274 hp context. | 192 hp | FWD | — |
| LX (Hybrid) | $25,990 | 2.4L hybrid I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 199 hp total system output for hybrid context. | 199 hp | FWD | — |
| EX (Hybrid) | ~$23,850 | 2.4L hybrid I4; MotorTrend snippet cites 199 hp total system output for hybrid context. | 199 hp | FWD | — |
| LX | $21,840 | 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim | — | — | — |
| EX | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim | — | — | — |
| SX | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim | — | — | — |
| SXL | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim | — | — | — |
| turbo | ~$23,850 | 2.4L I4, 1.6L turbo + 7-speed DCT, and turbo performance engine family depending on trim | — | — | — |
| Base (Hybrid) | $25,995 | 2.4L I4 hybrid system; FWD | — | FWD | — |
| Base | ~$22,050 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base (Hybrid) | ~$26,500 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base (Plug-In Hybrid) | ~$23,850 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base | $22,500 | 2.4L I4 | — | — | — |
| Base (Hybrid) | $25,995 | 2.0L hybrid | — | — | — |
| Base (Plug-In Hybrid) | ~$23,850 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base | $22,900 | 2.4L I4 | — | — | — |
| Base (Hybrid) | ~$26,500 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base (Plug-In Hybrid) | ~$23,850 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base | ~$23,350 | 1.6L I4 row in snippet | — | — | — |
| Base (Hybrid) | ~$27,050 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
| Base (Plug-In Hybrid) | ~$23,850 | source-dependent / not exposed in returned snippets | — | — | — |
Specifications (2020)
| Engine | 1.6L |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic |
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How much does the Kia Optima cost?
The Kia Optima has a typical price range of $21,650 – $25,995, spanning 25 trim levels. Actual prices vary by year, mileage and local market conditions.
What years of the Kia Optima are available to compare?
Cars4Real covers Kia Optima model years 2015–2020. You can compare every year and trim side by side with live market prices and real owner reviews.