2011 Kia Optima

$875
from
35
listings
$875–$13K
price range
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Low$875
High$13,216
From$875
Avg Mileage126,429 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 35 active dealer listings as of

2011 Kia Optima Trims

All Trims Combined
From$875
$875–$13K
35 listings126,429 avg miles
EX
From$875
505 listings|$875–$22K
LX
From$550
1,129 listings|$550–$21K
Premium
From$7,000
30 listings|$7K–$21K
S
From$4,000
220 listings|$4K–$20K
SE
From$9,600
51 listings|$10K–$19K
SX
From$1,500
217 listings|$2K–$24K

2011 Kia Optima Pricing

Price Trend

-78.4%
$593.75$2K$4K$6K$8KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$625
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Optima Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2011 Kia Optima's high safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 587 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
587
Complaints
23
Crashes
31
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2011 Kia Optima has accumulated 587 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine181
02Steering76
03Exterior Lighting65
04Electrical System22
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic18
587 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Optima Fuel Economy

26–36mpg combined
·
22-34city
·
33-38hwy
·
$1,200-$1,700/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~$1,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Optima - Automatic 6-spd
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$1,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Optima - Manual 6-spd
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Optima - Automatic 6-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city33 hwy~$1,700/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: 12% 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 587 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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