Trim Report

Kia Optima EX2020

Includes:OPTIMA|EX
$775
Starting From
481
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 481 active dealer listings as of

Min $775
Max $20,200
From $775
Fresh

EX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,025
$3K–$30K
396 listings88,258 avg miles
EX
From$775
481 listings|$775–$20K
LX
From$850
1,136 listings|$850–$30K
Premium
From$1,950
24 listings|$2K–$19K
S
From$3,350
221 listings|$3K–$20K
SE
From$9,600
55 listings|$10K–$20K
SX
From$1,100
234 listings|$1K–$24K

2020 Kia Optima EX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia Optima EX

Location data for all 2020 Kia Optima trims combined

37States

13% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 37 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Kia Optima Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2020 Kia Optima trims

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 131 complaints, the 2020 Kia Optima rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
131
Complaints
6
Crashes
2
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2020 Kia Optima's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 131 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine53
02Power Train,engine8
03Engine And Engine Cooling6
04Electrical System,engine6
05Power Train5
131 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia Optima Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2020 Kia Optima trims

24–42mpg combined
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21-40city
·
30-45hwy
·
$1,600-$2,800/yr

Fuel economy for the 2020 Kia Optima ranges from 24 to 42 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Optima Hybrid - Automatic (AM6)
42mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
40 city45 hwy~$1,600/yr9/10 Clean
Optima Plug-in Hybrid - Automatic (AM6)
41mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
39 city44 hwy~$1,650/yr10/10 Clean
Optima - Automatic (AM7)
31mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city37 hwy~$2,200/yr7/10 Clean
Optima FE - Automatic (S6)
29mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city35 hwy~$2,350/yr6/10 Average
Optima - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average
Optima - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city30 hwy~$2,800/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the EX Worth It?

Common questions about the 2020 Kia Optima EX

How does the EX compare to other Kia Optima trims?

Every Kia Optima trim targets a different buyer. The 2020 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2020 Kia Optima EX?

Maintenance costs for the EX align with the broader Kia Optima ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2020 Kia Optima page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia Optima EX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia Optima EX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia Optima overview compares all years side by side.

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