2015 Kia Optima

$1,100
from
258
listings
$1K–$20K
price range
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Low$1,100
High$19,995
From$1,100
Avg Mileage113,372 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 258 active dealer listings as of

2015 Kia Optima Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,100
$1K–$20K
258 listings113,372 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

2015 Kia Optima Pricing

Price Trend

+40%
$475$864.975$1K$2K$2KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$700
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Optima Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2015 Kia Optima's high safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 987 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
987
Complaints
31
Crashes
69
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2015 Kia Optima has accumulated 987 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine413
02Unknown Or Other74
03Structure48
04Steering42
05Service Brakes, Hydraulic26
987 total across 1 model years (2015–2015)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Optima Fuel Economy

24–37mpg combined
·
20-35city
·
30-38hwy
·
$1,200-$1,800/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2015 Kia Optima ranges from 24 to 37 MPG combined. That's a 13 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Optima Hybrid - Automatic (AM6)
37mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
35 city38 hwy~$1,200/yr9/10 Clean
Optima Hybrid EX - Automatic (AM6)
36mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
35 city38 hwy~$1,200/yr9/10 Clean
Optima - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean
Optima - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city30 hwy~$1,800/yr6/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2015 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 2015.

2015 Kia Optima: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2015 Kia Optima a good car to buy?

The 2015 Kia Optima has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 2015 Kia Optima?

Depending on configuration, the 2015 Kia Optima delivers 24–37 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2015 Kia Optima?

Out of 987 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 2015 compare to other Kia Optima years?

Each Kia Optima model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Kia Optima overview page.

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