2016 Kia Optima

$750
from
267
listings
$750–$18K
price range
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Low$750
High$18,495
From$750
Avg Mileage104,963 mi
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Sourced from 267 active dealer listings as of

2016 Kia Optima Trims

All Trims Combined
From$750
$750–$18K
267 listings104,963 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

2016 Kia Optima Pricing

Price Trend

+88.9%
$855$2K$3K$4K$4KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,700
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Kia Optima Safety & Reliability

High Concern

Federal safety data shows 3 recalls and 733 complaints for the 2016 Kia Optima, a high safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

3
Recalls
733
Complaints
25
Crashes
18
Fires
Recall Findings
17V0070002017-06-01
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) has recalled one 2016 Optima vehicle. In this vehicle, the end seal for the driver's frontal air bag inflator may not have been properly installed, possibly resulting in reduced inflation of the frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate fully increases the risk of injury.

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16V7050002016-03-10
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 13, 2015, to April 23, 2016 and equipped with a 2.4l engine. The right front axle driveshaft may crack and fail.

If the driveshaft cracks and separates from the vehicle, it will not be able to move forward. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied upon exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario can increase the risk of a crash.

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16V2310002016-21-04
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 10, 2015, to February 12, 2016. In these vehicles, a chemical enhancer required for the for the second stage deployment of the driver's frontal air bag was not loaded, resulting in the second stage not deploying in necessitating crashes.

If the second stage air bag does not deploy it increases the risk of injury or death.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 733 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2016 Kia Optima. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine266
02Unknown Or Other67
03Exterior Lighting29
04Power Train26
05Structure24
733 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Kia Optima Fuel Economy

25–37mpg combined
·
22-35city
·
31-38hwy
·
$1,200-$1,750/yr

The 2016 Kia Optima delivers 25 to 37 MPG combined across 7 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

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/yr8/10 Clean
Optima - Automatic (AM7)
31mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
28 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr8/10 Clean
Optima FE - Automatic (S6)
29mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean
Optima - Automatic (S6)
28mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr7/10 Clean
Optima - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average
Optima FE - Automatic (S6)
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

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

Where to Find 2016 Kia Optima

37States

Florida has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 37 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

Buying a 2016 Kia Optima?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2016 Kia Optima a good car to buy?

The 2016 Kia Optima has 3 recalls on record. There are 3 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Kia Optima?

There are 3 documented recalls for the 2016 Kia Optima. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Kia Optima?

Fuel economy ranges from 25 to 37 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $681 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2016 Kia Optima?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2016 Kia Optima, based on 733 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2016 compare to other Kia Optima years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Kia Optima model years. Visit the Kia Optima buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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