Which Kia Optima years have remote start?
The Kia Optima offers remote start in 3 of the 6 model years we have trim data for (2015–2020). It first appears in 2017, standard on the EX (Plug-In Hybrid). In 2020 it's standard on the EX (Hybrid), optional on the LX, and not available on the EX, EX Premium, S, Special Edition, SX and EX (Plug-In Hybrid).
| Year | Has it? | Which trims |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Hybrid). Optional on the LX (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the EX, EX Premium, S, Special Edition, SX and EX (Plug-In Hybrid). |
| 2019 | Optional | Optional on the LX (a package, option or drivetrain adds it). Not on the EX, S, SX, EX (Hybrid) and EX (Plug-In Hybrid). |
| 2018 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2017 | Some trims | Standard on the EX (Plug-In Hybrid). Not on the EX, LX 1.6T, LX 2.4, SX, SX Limited, EX (Hybrid) and Premium (Hybrid). |
| 2016 | No | Not available on any trim. |
| 2015 | No | Not available on any trim. |
"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.