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2016 Kia Optima
Sedan · 2015–2020 · Optima, Optima Hybrid, Optima Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2016
- Starting prices: +$300 to +$4,150 (3 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: LX 1.6T
- New trim: SX Limited
- Trim dropped: Limited
- Trim dropped: SX Turbo
- Engine: 2.4L GDI → 2.0L GDI Turbo (SX)
- Horsepower: 192 hp → 245 hp (SX)
- Torque: 181 lb-ft → 260 lb-ft (SX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 27 mpg → 26 mpg (SX)
- Trunk: 15.4 cu ft → 15.9 cu ft (SX, EX, LX)
- Ground clearance: 5.1 in → 5.3 in (SX, EX, LX)
- Curb weight: 3,327 lb → 3,494 lb (SX)
- Android Auto: Not listed → Wired (SX)
- Engine: 2.4L GDI → THETA II (EX, LX)
- Horsepower: 192 hp → 185 hp (EX, LX)
- Torque: 181 lb-ft → 178 lb-ft (EX, LX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 27 mpg → 28 mpg (EX)
- Curb weight: 3,272 lb → 3,362 lb (EX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 27 mpg → 30 mpg (LX)
2016 Optima trims
| EX | LX | LX 1.6T | SX | SX Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | $25,140 | $22,140 | $24,140 | $29,940 | $36,040 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | THETA II | THETA II | 1.6L GDI Turbo | 2.0L GDI Turbo | 2.0L GDI Turbo |
| Horsepower | 185 hp | 185 hp | 178 hp | 245 hp | 245 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | 7-Speed Dry Type Dual Clutch | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 28 mpg | 30 mpg | 32 mpg | 26 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 15.9 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3,362 lb | 3,219 lb | 3,224 lb | 3,494 lb + option | 3,594 lb |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 5 in + option | 5 in | 5 in + option | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | — | Optional | — | — |
| Android Auto | Optional | — | Optional | Wired | Wired |
| Digital gauge cluster | — | — | — | 4.3 in | 4.3 in |
| Audio | Optional | — | — | Optional | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | 6 + option | — | — | Optional | 10 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | — | — | — | Optional | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane keeping | — | — | — | Optional | Lane Departure Warning |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | — | — | — | Optional | Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Rear cross-traffic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | — | — | Surround View Camera |
| Parking sensors | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Rear |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Leather + option | Cloth + option | Cloth + option | Leather + option | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Front + option | — | — | Front + option | Front, Second Row Outboard |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | — | Optional | Front |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | — | — | Driver Seat | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 | 1 + option | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Optional | — | — | Optional | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in | 16 in | 16 in | 18 in + option | 18 in |
| Headlights | — | — | — | Bi-Xenon Projector | Bi-Xenon Projector |
Packages and options (41)
| EX | LX | LX 1.6T | SX | SX Limited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome Wheel Package $200 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| EX Premium Audio Package $1,200 | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| EX Premium Package $3,700 | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| LX Convenience Package $1,850 | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| LX Turbo Technology Package | — | — | Optional | — | — |
| SX Launch Edition | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Panoramic Sunroof | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| SX Technology Package | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Mud Guards $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Paint Protection Film Package $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Cargo Hook $25 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $130 | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Door Sill Appliqué $110 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Remote Start (Key Start) $425 | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Remote Start (Push-Button Start) $425 | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Aurora Black $395 | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Ebony Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Horizon Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Moss Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Platinum Graphite | — | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Remington Red | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Sangria | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Snow White $395 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sparkling Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Titanium Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Aubergine Nappa Leather | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Beige Cloth | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Beige Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Black Cloth | — | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Black Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Black Leather with Red Stitching | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black Nappa Leather | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Gray Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Ivory Nappa Leather | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Merlot Leather | — | — | — | Optional | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Nhtsa vin decode, Oem order guide, Other, Oem order guide. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Optima 2015–2020 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 148 |
| 2020 | Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Standard | Standard | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 210 |
| 2019 | Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 1 | 210 |
| 2019 | Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 1 | 210 |
| 2018 | Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 232 |
| 2018 | Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 3 | 243 |
| 2017 | Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 3 | 256 |
| 2017 | Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 2 | 26 |
| 2017 | Kia Optima Plug-in Hybrid 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | Optional | 2 | 23 |
| 2016 | Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Optional | 5 | 756 |
| 2016 | Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 4 |
| 2015 | Kia Optima 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 4 | 1009 |
| 2015 | Kia Optima Hybrid 4 DR FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 12 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Optima | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
24–31 |
| 2020 | Optima FE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 29 |
| 2020 | Optima Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 42 |
| 2020 | Optima Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 41 |
| 2019 | Optima | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
24–31 |
| 2019 | Optima FE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 29 |
| 2019 | Optima Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 41 |
| 2019 | Optima Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 40 |
| 2018 | Optima | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
25–31 |
| 2018 | Optima FE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 29 |
| 2018 | Optima Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 42 |
| 2018 | Optima Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 40 |
| 2018 | Optima S | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 26 |
| 2017 | Optima | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
25–31 |
| 2017 | Optima FE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 29 |
| 2017 | Optima Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 42 |
| 2017 | Optima Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 40 |
| 2016 | Optima | Auto (AM7), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
25–31 |
| 2016 | Optima FE | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
25–29 |
| 2016 | Optima Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 37 |
| 2016 | Optima Hybrid EX | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 36 |
| 2015 | Optima | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo |
24–26 |
| 2015 | Optima Hybrid | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 37 |
| 2015 | Optima Hybrid EX | Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 36 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.