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2013 Kia Optima

2013 Kia Optima Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$21,350 - $26,800

Original MSRP:
$20,400 - $25,040

2013 Kia Optima Review
The 2013 Kia Optima is a 4-door, 5-passenger new sedan that is carried over from 2012. The 2013 Kia Optima is available in three models, the LX, the EX, and the SX. All 2013 Kia Optima models have a 2.4-liter engine, 200 hp, and a 6 speed automatic transmission. The 2013 Kia Optima averages 24 mpg city and over 30 MPG highway. The 2013 Kia Optima carries a 60,000/60 month basic warranty.

The 2013 Kia Optima comes with these standard features - programmable locks, valet lockout, anti-theft, ABS brakes, AWD, traction control and stability control, child safety door locks, CD changer, iPod® jack, MP3 player, radio display, USB port, Bluetooth® wireless access, surround sound, DVD player, voice navigation system, automatic headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights, front/rear air dam, rear spoiler, dual automatic climate controls, air filter, rear controls, intelligent cruise, temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, trip computer with fuel consumption, driver memory adjustments, genuine wood trim, Keyless Access Card Key, programmable remote fob, remote fuel door, universal garage door, electronic parking aid w/camera, trunk anti-trap, memory steering column, sunroof, vehicle speed sensing wipers, tinted glass, dual heated/cooled/memory/power/lumbar/leather seats, power/heated/signaling/memory mirrors and a rear window power shade. *Not all features are standard on all models.

Some of the optional upgrades for the 2013 Kia Models includes a rear spoiler, an auto-dimming mirror with Compass and Homelink, and wheel locks.

The 2013 Kia Optima is a new car under $25,000 with a starting price of $21,200.
Warranty Information
Basic: 5 Years/60,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 23V652000
Mfg's Report Date September 25, 2023
Component SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Number of Units Affected 1,730,192
Summary Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

2013 Kia Optima Models & Prices

2013 Kia Optima LX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn LX $21,350 $20,400 $333 / Month*

2013 Kia Optima EX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn EX $23,650 $22,095 $360 / Month*

2013 Kia Optima SX w/Limited Pkg
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn SX w/Limited Pkg $26,800 $25,040 $408 / Month*

2013 Kia Optima SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg $26,800 $25,040 $408 / Month*

2013 Kia Optima SX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn SX $26,800 $25,040 $408 / Month*

2013 Kia Optima Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
16" x 6.5" silver painted alloy wheels        
17" x 6.5" silver painted alloy wheels        
18" chrome wheels -inc: red front/rear calipers      
18" x 7.5" polished sport alloy wheels -inc: black front calipers        
Black gloss & chrome grille    
Black-gloss front side fender garnish w/chrome accents
Body-color door handles w/chrome trim
Body-color folding heated pwr folding mirrors w/integrated LED turn signals        
Body-color folding heated pwr folding mirrors w/integrated LED turn signals -inc: chrome accent mirror caps        
Body-color folding heated pwr mirrors w/integrated LED turn signals    
Body-colored bumpers      
Body-colored bumpers -inc: unique lower sport styling    
Body-colored side moldings      
Body-colored side moldings -inc: sculpted sport side sills    
Bright chrome door molding
Chrome grille      
Clear-lens halogen automatic headlights w/black bezel -inc: escort lighting, projection high-beams      
Front fog lights
Insulated hood w/gas lifters
LED rear combination lamp    
P205/65R16 tires        
P215/55R17 tires        
P225/45R18 tires    
Rear LED high-mounted stop lamp
Rear lip spoiler        
Rear lip spoiler -inc: chrome accent      
Solar glass windshield w/sunband
SXL rear badging      
Tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof      
Variable intermittent front windshield wipers w/jet washers      
Variable intermittent front windshield wipers w/jet washers -inc: aero covers    
Xenon HID automatic headlights w/auto-leveling function -inc: black bezel, escort lighting    
INTERIOR Features
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
(2) aux pwr outlets
60/40 split-folding heated rear bench seat w/adjustable outboard headrests      
60/40 split-folding rear bench seat w/adjustable outboard headrests    
Air conditioning w/filter        
Alloy pedals    
Artificial leather door upper trim
Auto-dimming rearview mirror -inc: HomeLink garage door opener & compass  
Black cloth headliner      
Black cloth pillar trim      
Carbon fiber appearance door & center console accents -inc: stainless steel gear shift indicator bezel    
Carpeted floor mats  
Chrome accent door handles  
Chrome accent door sill scuff plates w/illumination      
Clean Tex anti-stain fabric treatment        
Cloth door weather stripping      
Cloth/leather seating surfaces -inc: artificial leather door trim insert & armrest, artificial leather center console trim, accent stitching        
Cooling glove box        
Cooling glove box -inc: lighting  
Door map pockets -inc: integrated front/rear in-door bottle holders        
Door map pockets -inc: integrated front/rear in-door bottle holders, dual front mood lamps  
Double rachel cloth seating surfaces -inc: cloth door trim insert        
Dual front assist handles
Dual sunvisors w/illuminated covered vanity mirrors, extensions
Dual-zone auto climate control w/rear vents, filter  
Electronic fuel lid release
Electronic parking brake      
Front bucket seats -inc: 6-way manual driver seat w/height adjustment, driver pwr lumbar, active adjustable sliding headrests        
Front bucket seats -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, driver pwr lumbar, driver height adjustment, active adjustable sliding headrests        
Front center console -inc: armrest, storage, cupholder
Front reading lamps        
Front seatback storage pockets
Front/rear reading lamps -inc: front pin lamp  
Heated/cooled sport front bucket seats -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat w/memory, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver pwr lumbar, driver height adjustment, active adjustable sliding headrests      
Illuminated trunk w/hinge cover
Leather seating surfaces -inc: artificial leather door trim insert & armrest, artificial leather center console trim, accent stitching        
Leather-wrapped shift knob w/metallic grain accents    
Leather-wrapped shift knob w/wood accent        
Metallic paint door & center console accents        
Nappa leather seating surfaces -inc: Nappa leather door trim insert & armrest, Nappa leather center console trim, accent stitching      
Navigation system      
Overhead sunglass holder
Plastic door sill scuff plates      
Pwr door locks -inc: front central locking, auto unlock, driver two-turn unlock, drill-protected lock
Pwr windows -inc: driver one-touch auto down        
Pwr windows -inc: driver/front passenger one-touch auto up/down  
Rear center armrest w/cupholder
Rear coat hook
Rear window defroster w/timer
Remote keyless entry w/panic & alarm function, security indicator        
SmartKey keyless entry w/panic & alarm function, security indicator -inc: immobilizer, escort light function  
Sport front bucket seats -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, driver pwr lumbar, driver height adjustment, active adjustable sliding headrests        
Stainless steel embossed door sill scuff plates w/illumination        
Steering wheel-mounted auto cruise control
Supervision instrument cluster -inc: gauges, clock, rheostat    
Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls -inc: wheel-mounted Bluetooth controls w/voice activation button, ECO switch, illuminated ignition        
Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls -inc: wheel-mounted Bluetooth controls w/voice activation button, ECO switch, illuminated ignition, paddle shifters    
Tilt/telescopic 3-spoke steering wheel w/audio controls -inc: wheel-mounted Bluetooth controls w/voice activation button, ECO switch, illuminated ignition        
Time-delay interior dome lamp -inc: auto interior light control
Trip computer -inc: color LCD display, distance to empty, average speed, drive time, ambient temp, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy    
Trip computer -inc: distance to empty, average speed, drive time, ambient temp, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy      
Warning features -inc: parking brake on, key-operated chime, driver seatbelt reminder, low washer fluid
Wood trim accents      
Wood trim door & center console accents -inc: stainless steel gear shift indicator bezel        
MECHANICAL Features
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
2.0L DOHC GDI 16-valve I4 turbo engine -inc: variable intake system, aluminum block & head    
2.4L DOHC GDI 16-valve I4 engine -inc: variable intake system, aluminum block & head      
6-speed automatic transmission w/OD, Sportmatic shifter, H-Matic -inc: auto shift lock system, key interlock system
Active ECO system
Battery saver w/interior lamp auto-cut
Dual exhaust w/chrome tips -inc: semi-active muffler
Dual-flow shock absorbers
Electric motor-driven pwr steering
Engine cover
Front stabilizer bar
Front wheel drive
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension w/coil springs
Independent multi-link rear suspension w/coil springs -inc: aluminum carrier, aluminum lower arms
Push button start  
Pwr vented front & solid rear disc brakes      
Pwr vented front & solid rear disc brakes -inc: oversize front discs    
Sport suspension    
Tire mobility kit
Towing & lashing hook *Only present on vehicles produced in Hwasung, South Korea*        
SAFETY Features
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
3-point front seat belts -inc: pretensioners, force limiters, height-adjustable anchors, emergency locking retractors
3-point rear seat belts w/emergency locking retractors
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
5-mph bumpers
Driver & front passenger seat-mounted side airbags
Dual advanced front airbags -inc: passenger occupancy sensor
Dual-note horn
Electronic stability control (ESC) w/traction control system (TCS)
Emergency trunk release handle
First aid kit      
Front/rear crumple zones
Front/rear side curtain airbags
Hill start assist control (HAC)
Impact-absorbing steering column
Impact-triggered auto door unlocking
LED daytime running lights      
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
Rear child safety door locks
Rearview camera -inc: display in navigation screen      
Side-impact door beams
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Vehicle stability management (VSM)
ENTERTAINMENT Features
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: Infiniti audio system, satellite radio, SIRIUS Traffic, (8) speakers w/tweeters, center speaker, subwoofer, 12-channel external amp      
AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: satellite radio, (6) speakers w/tweeters    
Aux input jack w/USB port
Bluetooth hands-free calling
Diversity antenna      
In-glass antenna    

2013 Kia Optima Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
17" ALLOY WHEELS        
CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink universal garage door opener, compass        
CONVENIENCE PLUS PKG -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, auto-dimming rearview mirror, HomeLink universal garage door opener, UVO infotainment system, rearview camera, compass (N/A w/LXT Technology Pkg)        
PREMIUM PKG -inc: tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof, gloss-black B-pillar, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver seat memory, heated & cooled front seats, heated rear seats, Infinity audio system w/(8) speakers, center speaker, subwoofer, 12 channel external amp, UVO infotainment system w/HD Radio & rearview camera, heated steering wheel, pwr folding mirrors        
PREMIUM TOURING PKG -inc: tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver seat memory, heated & cooled front seats, heated rear seats, Infinity audio system w/(8) speakers, center speaker, subwoofer, 12 channel external amp, rearview camera, pwr folding mirrors      
PREMIUM TOURING PKG -inc: tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof, gloss-black B-pillar, 4-way pwr front passenger seat, driver seat memory, heated & cooled front seats, heated rear seats, 18" luxury alloy wheels, Infinity audio system w/(8) speakers, center speaker, subwoofer, 12 channel external amp, UVO infotainment system w/HD Radio & rearview camera, pwr folding mirrors        
SPARE TIRE    
TECHNOLOGY PKG -inc: navigation system w/rearview camera display, SIRIUS Traffic, diversity antenna      
TECHNOLOGY PKG -inc: navigation system w/rearview camera display, SIRIUS Traffic, diversity antenna (REQ: PB Premium Pkg) *Deletes UVO Infotainment System w/HD Radio*        
TECHNOLOGY PKG -inc: navigation system w/rearview camera display, SIRIUS Traffic, diversity antenna (REQ: PRT Premium Touring Pkg) *Deletes UVO Infotainment System w/HD Radio*        
TECHNOLOGY PKG -inc: navigation system, rearview camera, SIRIUS Traffic, Infinity audio system w/(8) speakers, center speaker, subwoofer, 12 channel external amp, diversity antenna, dual-zone auto climate control w/rear vents (REQ: CON Convenience Pkg) *Deletes UVO Infotainment System*        
MODEL OPTION Options
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
CHROME LIMITED PKG -inc: Nappa leather seating surfaces, Nappa leather door trim insert & front armrest, Nappa leather center console trim, black cloth headliner, black cloth pillar trim, unique 18" chrome wheels, LED daytime running lights, red front/rear brake calipers, chrome accent side sills, chrome accent rear spoiler, chrome accent mirror caps, electronic parking brake, wood interior accents, cloth door weather stripping, first aid kit, unique "SXL" rear badging (REQ: PRT Premium Touring Pkg & SST Technology Pkg)        
LIMITED PKG -inc: Nappa leather seating surfaces, Nappa leather door trim insert & front armrest, Nappa leather center console trim, black cloth headliner, black cloth pillar trim, unique 18" chrome wheels, LED daytime running lights, red front/rear brake calipers, chrome accent side sills, chrome accent rear spoiler, electronic parking brake, wood interior accents, cloth door weather stripping, first aid kit, unique "SXL" rear badging (REQ: PRT Premium Touring Pkg & SST Technology Pkg)        
PAINT Options
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
AURORA BLACK PEARL *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*        
BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC      
CORSA BLUE PEARL METALLIC        
CORSA BLUE PEARL METALLIC *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*      
DARK CHERRY PEARL METALLIC      
DARK CHERRY PEARL METALLIC *No Longer Factory Orderable, See Dealer for Current Availability*      
EBONY BLACK
METAL BRONZE PEARL METALLIC      
REMINGTON RED METALLIC *Late Availability*  
SATIN METAL METALLIC    
SNOW WHITE PEARL  
TITANIUM METALLIC  
PAINT SCHEME Options
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
STANDARD PAINT
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA-SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST **
ALL-WEATHER FLOOR MATS (PIO)
AUTO-DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR -inc: HomeLink garage door opener, compass (N/A w/CON Convenience Pkg) (PIO)        
CARGO MAT (PIO)
CARGO NET (PIO)
CARGO TRAY (PIO)
CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO)        
DOOR SILL APPLIQUE (PIO)    
IPOD CABLE (N/A w/COP Convenience Pkg) (PIO)        
IPOD CABLE (N/A w/PB Premium Pkg or SST Technology Pkg) (PIO)        
IPOD CABLE (N/A w/PRT Premium Touring Pkg or SST Technology Pkg) (PIO)        
MUD GUARDS (PIO)        
REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO)
REMOTE START (PIO)        
WHEEL LOCKS (PIO)
SEAT TRIM Options
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
BEIGE, SEAT TRIM      
BLACK, SEAT TRIM    
GRAY, SEAT TRIM      
WHITE, SEAT TRIM        

2013 Kia Optima Technical Specifications

Brakes
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.8 x - TBD - 11.8 x - TBD - 12.6 x - TBD - 12.6 x - TBD - 12.6 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.2 x - TBD - 11.2 x - TBD - 11.2 x - TBD - 11.2 x - TBD - 11.2 x - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Trunk Volume (ft) 15.43 15.43 15.43 15.43 15.43
Engine
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Displacement 2.4L/144 2.4L/144 2.0L/122 2.0L/122 2.0L/122
Engine Type Gas I4 Gas I4 Turbocharged Gas I4 Turbocharged Gas I4 Turbocharged Gas I4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 200 @ 6300 200 @ 6300 274 @ 6000 274 @ 6000 274 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 186 @ 4250 186 @ 4250 269 @ 1750-4500 269 @ 1750-4500 269 @ 1750-4500
Exterior Dimensions
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Height, Overall (in) 57.28 57.28 57.28 57.28 57.28
Length, Overall (in) 190.7 190.7 190.7 190.7 190.7
Min Ground Clearance (in) 5.31 5.31 5.31 5.31 5.31
Wheelbase (in) 110.04 110.04 110.04 110.04 110.04
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 72.05 72.05 72.05 72.05 72.05
Fuel Tank
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5
Steering
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.94 2.94 2.94 2.94 2.94
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.76 35.76 35.76 35.76 35.76
Suspension
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs
Tires
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Front Tire Size - TBD - P215/55R17 P225/45R18 P225/45R18 - TBD -
Rear Tire Size - TBD - P215/55R17 - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Transmission
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/manual shift Automatic w/manual shift Automatic w/manual shift Automatic w/manual shift Automatic w/manual shift
Trans Type 6 6 6 6 6
Vehicle
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Front Head Room (in) 39.96 39.96 39.96 39.96 39.96
Front Leg Room (in) 45.47 45.47 45.47 45.47 45.47
Front Shoulder Room (in) 57.28 57.28 57.28 57.28 57.28
Passenger Capacity 5 5 5 5 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 102.17 102.17 102.17 102.17 102.17
Second Head Room (in) 37.60 37.60 37.60 37.60 37.60
Second Leg Room (in) 34.65 34.65 34.65 34.65 34.65
Second Shoulder Room (in) 55.71 55.71 55.71 55.71 55.71
Weight Information
LX EX SX w/Limited Pkg SX w/Chrome Limited Pkg SX
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3223 3223 3385 3385 3385

2013 Kia Optima Safety Features

Safety Features
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Electronic stability control (ESC) w/traction control system (TCS)
Hill start assist control (HAC)
Vehicle stability management (VSM)
5-mph bumpers
Side-impact door beams
Front/rear crumple zones
Dual advanced front airbags -inc: passenger occupancy sensor
Driver & front passenger seat-mounted side airbags
Front/rear side curtain airbags
3-point front seat belts -inc: pretensioners, force limiters, height-adjustable anchors, emergency locking retractors
3-point rear seat belts w/emergency locking retractors
Rear child safety door locks
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Dual-note horn
Emergency trunk release handle
Impact-absorbing steering column
Impact-triggered auto door unlocking
LED daytime running lights
Rearview camera -inc: display in navigation screen
First aid kit
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A