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2019 Kia Optima
Sedan · 2015–2020 · Optima, Optima Hybrid, Optima Plug-In Hybrid
Trims and features
What changed for 2019
- Starting prices: +$390 to +$1,390 (4 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: LX Turbo
- Engine: 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine → 2.0-liter Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine (SX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 25 mpg → 24 mpg (SX)
- Touchscreen: 7 in → 8 in (all trims)
- Speakers: 6 → 10 (SX)
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Not listed (SX)
- Android Auto: Wired → Not listed (SX)
- Horsepower: 185 hp → 178 hp (EX)
- Torque: 178 lb-ft → 195 lb-ft (EX)
- Gears: 6 → 7 (EX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 28 mpg → 31 mpg (EX)
- Curb weight: 3,362 lb → 3,285 lb (EX)
- Fuel economy (combined): 28 mpg → 27 mpg (S)
- Wheels: 17 in → 18 in (S)
2019 Optima trims
| EX | LX | S | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | $26,890 | $22,990 | $24,990 | $31,990 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine | 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine | 2.0-liter Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 4-cylinder engine |
| Horsepower | 178 hp | 185 hp | 185 hp | 245 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 178 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) with H-Matic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic | Sportmatic |
| Gears | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 31 mpg | 29 mpg | 27 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 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 |
| Length | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in | 191.1 in |
| Curb weight | 3,285 lb | 3,230 lb | 3,298 lb | 3,558 lb |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in | 8 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Optional | — | — | — |
| Android Auto | Optional | — | — | — |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 3.5 in | 4.3 in |
| Audio | Optional | — | — | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | Optional | — | — | 10 |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | — | — | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist | Lane Keep Assist |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| 360-degree camera | — | — | — | Optional |
| Parking sensors | Rear | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Leather | Cloth | Cloth | Leather + option |
| Heated seats | Front | — | — | Front + option |
| Ventilated seats | Optional | — | — | Front |
| Driver seat memory | — | — | — | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 2 | 1 + option | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | — | Optional | — | — |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | Optional | Optional | Optional | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Wheels | 17 in | 16 in + option | 18 in | 18 in |
Packages and options (35)
| EX | LX | S | SX | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX Premium Package $3,100 | Optional | — | — | — |
| LX Premium Package $2,000 | — | Optional | — | — |
| S Panoramic Sunroof Package $1,000 | — | — | Optional | — |
| SX Limited (Aubergine) Package $3,800 | — | — | — | Optional |
| SX Limited (Black) Package $3,800 | — | — | — | Optional |
| SX Limited (Bronze) Package $3,800 | — | — | — | Optional |
| Mud Guards $100 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Paint Protection Package $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Puddle Lamps $240 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with Compass and HomeLink $350 | — | Optional | — | — |
| Cargo Hook $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $130 | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Door Sill Appliqué $110 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Interior Light Kit $300 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Remote Start (Key Start) $425 | — | Optional | — | — |
| Ebony Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Horizon Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Passion Red $495 | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Platinum Graphite | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Sangria | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Snow White $495 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sparkling Silver | Optional | Optional | — | Optional |
| Titanium Silver | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black Cloth | — | Optional | — | — |
| Black Cloth and Leatherette | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black Leather | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black Sport Leather with Red Stitching | — | — | — | Optional |
| Brown | — | Optional | — | — |
| Gray | Optional | — | — | — |
| Red | — | — | — | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem brochure, Oem order guide, Other. 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.