Which Kia Optima years have a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric version?
The Kia Optima offers a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric version in 6 of the 6 model years we have trim data for (2015–2020). It first appears in 2015, standard on the Base (Hybrid) and EX (Hybrid). In 2020 it's standard on the EX (Hybrid) and EX (Plug-In Hybrid), and not available on the EX, EX Premium, LX, S, Special Edition and SX.
| Year | Has it? | Which trims |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Hybrid) and EX (Plug-In Hybrid). Not on the EX, EX Premium, LX, S, Special Edition and SX. |
| 2019 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Hybrid) and EX (Plug-In Hybrid). Not on the EX, LX, S and SX. |
| 2018 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Hybrid), Premium (Hybrid) and EX (Plug-In Hybrid). Not on the EX, LX, LX Turbo, S and SX. |
| 2017 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Hybrid), Premium (Hybrid) and EX (Plug-In Hybrid). Not on the EX, LX 1.6T, LX 2.4, SX and SX Limited. |
| 2016 | Some trims | Standard on the Base (Hybrid) and EX (Hybrid). Not on the EX, LX, LX 1.6T, SX and SX Limited. |
| 2015 | Some trims | Standard on the Base (Hybrid) and EX (Hybrid). Not on the EX, Limited, LX, SX and SX Turbo. |
"Optional" means a package, option or drivetrain (FWD or AWD) adds it, so check the window sticker of the car you're buying. Trim data from OpenSpec, the manufacturer's equipment guides and NHTSA's vehicle database; years without trim data aren't listed.
Every model with a hybrid, plug-in hybrid or electric version