2011 Kia Optima

$1,900
from
35
listings
$2K–$10K
price range
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Low$1,900
High$10,074
From$1,900
Avg Mileage133,571 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 35 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2011 Kia Optima Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,900
$2K–$10K
35 listings133,571 avg miles
EX
From$1,000
425 listings|$1K–$24K
LX
From$525
988 listings|$525–$21K
Premium
From$6,445
24 listings|$6K–$22K
S
From$6,959
168 listings|$7K–$25K
SE
From$4,500
39 listings|$5K–$22K
SX
From$1,900
201 listings|$2K–$23K

2011 Kia Optima Pricing

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Kia Optima Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2011 Kia Optima's high safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 589 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
589
Complaints
23
Crashes
32
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2011 Kia Optima has accumulated 589 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine181
02Steering76
03Exterior Lighting66
04Electrical System23
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic18
589 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Optima Fuel Economy

26–36mpg combined
·
22-34city
·
33-38hwy
·
$1,900-$2,600/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2011 Kia Optima ranges from 26 to 36 MPG combined. That's a 10 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Optima Hybrid - Automatic 6-spd
36mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
34 city38 hwy~$1,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Optima - Automatic 6-spd
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Optima - Manual 6-spd
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor
Optima - Automatic 6-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city33 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2011 Kia Optima

37States

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 13% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2011.

2011 Kia Optima Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2011 Kia Optima a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2011 Kia Optima. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2011 Kia Optima?

You'll get between 26 and 36 MPG combined from the 2011 Kia Optima, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2011 Kia Optima?

ENGINE problems top the list with 589 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2011 compare to other Kia Optima years?

The 2011 sits at a specific point in the Kia Optima lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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