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2018 Kia Optima

2018 Kia Optima Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$22,600 - $30,600

Original MSRP:
$21,823 - $28,580

2018 Kia Optima Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 5 Years/60,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 18V161000
Mfg's Report Date MAR 07, 2018
Component HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Number of Units Affected 1710
Summary Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
Consequence If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162.
Dates of Manufacture AUG 24, 2016 to SEP 10, 2017
Manufacturer Recall Number SC162

2018 Kia Optima Models & Prices

2018 Kia Optima LX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
LX Auto $22,600 $21,823 $356 / Month*

2018 Kia Optima S
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
S Auto $23,600 $22,750 $371 / Month*

2018 Kia Optima LX 1.6T
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
LX 1.6T DCT $24,400 $23,058 $376 / Month*

2018 Kia Optima EX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
EX Auto $25,700 $24,030 $392 / Month*

2018 Kia Optima SX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
SX Auto $30,600 $28,580 $466 / Month*

2018 Kia Optima Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off      
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Headlamps w/Delay-Off      
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Headlamps w/Delay-Off        
Black Bodyside Insert        
Black Grille w/Chrome Surround      
Body-Colored Front Bumper
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator    
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator      
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert  
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Chrome Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert        
Chrome Door Handles
Chrome Side Windows Trim, Black Front Windshield Trim and Chrome Rear Window Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo        
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade        
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
Front Fog Lamps      
Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Laminated Glass  
LED Brakelights    
Light Tinted Glass
Lip Spoiler      
Metal-Look Grille w/Chrome Surround    
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Steel Spare Wheel        
Tire Mobility Kit  
Tires: P205/65R16      
Tires: P215/55R17      
Tires: P235/45R18        
Trunk Rear Cargo Access
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Wheels w/Gray Accents        
Wheels w/Silver Accents        
Wheels: 6.5J x 16" Alloy w/Unique Gray Finish        
Wheels: 6.5J x 16" Silver Alloy        
Wheels: 6.5J x 17" Alloy      
Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy w/Machine Finish -inc: (Type A)        
INTERIOR Features
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
2 12V DC Power Outlets      
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
2-Way Power Driver Seat -inc: Power Cushion Tilt      
3 12V DC Power Outlets    
6-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline, Height Adjustment and Fore/Aft Movement        
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
8-Way Driver Seat      
8-Way Passenger Seat        
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit  
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
Cloth Seat Trim -inc: CleanTex anti-soiling      
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror        
Day-Night Rearview Mirror  
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Center
Driver Seat        
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning      
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
Front And Rear Map Lights      
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 10-way power adjustable driver w/2-way power lumbar and 6-way adjustable passenger seat w/manual height adjuster      
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way adjustable driver w/driver power lumbar and 6-way adjustable passenger seat w/manual height adjuster        
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
Front Cupholder
Front Map Lights    
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets      
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets    
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 12-way power adjustable driver w/4-way power lumbar, 10-way power adjustable passenger seat w/2-way lumbar support and integrated memory system (IMS) w/2-position memory for driver and exterior mirrors,        
Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: 12-way power adjustable driver w/4-way power lumbar, 6-way adjustable passenger seat w/manual height adjuster and integrated memory system (IMS) w/2-position memory for driver and exterior mirrors,        
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts    
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts      
Illuminated Glove Box
Immobilizer  
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Interior Accents      
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert, Aluminum Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents        
Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert, Simulated Wood Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents      
Leather Seat Trim      
Leather Steering Wheel    
Leather/Metal-Look Gear Shifter Material  
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Manual Air Conditioning    
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Memory Settings Include      
Outside Temp Gauge
Passenger Seat    
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Down    
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down      
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows  
Power Rear Windows and w/Manual 2nd Row Sun Blinds        
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start      
Rear Cupholder
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access and Power Fuel        
Remote Releases -Inc: Smart Trunk Proximity Cargo Access and Power Fuel  
Sport Cloth Seat Trim -inc: leatherette side bolsters        
Sport Leather Steering Wheel        
Trip Computer
Urethane Gear Shifter Material        
Voice Recorder      
MECHANICAL Features
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
130 Amp Alternator        
150 Amp Alternator  
18.5 Gal. Fuel Tank
2.88 Axle Ratio  
3.17 Axle Ratio        
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
70-Amp/Hr 760CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection        
80-Amp/Hr 800CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection  
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Oil Cooler      
Engine: 1.6L DOHC I4 GDI        
Engine: 2.0L DOHC I4 GDI Turbo        
Engine: 2.4L DOHC I4 GDI    
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Front-Wheel Drive
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher        
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher  
Sport Tuned Suspension        
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Sequential Shift Control        
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic w/Sportmatic -inc: drive mode select system (normal, sport, eco)    
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic w/Sportmatic -inc: drive mode select system (normal, sport, eco)        
Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic        
SAFETY Features
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Knee Airbag
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Emergency Sos
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Rear Parking Sensors
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
ENTERTAINMENT Features
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation, Radio Data System and External Memory Control      
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation, Radio Data System and UVO External Memory Control    
Radio: AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, 7" rear camera display, auxiliary and USB input ports, Bluetooth wireless technology and UVO eServices including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,    
Radio: AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, 7" touch-screen rear camera display, auxiliary input port, 2 USB ports, Bluetooth wireless technology and UVO eServices including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,        
Radio: AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Audio System -inc: 6 speakers, 7" touch-screen, rear camera display, auxiliary input port, 2 USB chargers, UVO eServices including Premium Navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth wireless technology        
Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display        
Streaming Audio
Window Grid Antenna

2018 Kia Optima Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
17" ALLOY WHEELS PACKAGE -inc: Wheels: 17" Alloy, Tires: 17"        
18" ALLOY WHEELS PACKAGE -inc: Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy w/Chrome Finish, Tires: P235/45R18, Sport Side Sills        
CONVENIENCE PACKAGE -inc: Acoustic Laminated Front Door Windows, noise-reduction, 10-Way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, 2-way power lumbar support, Power Windows w/Front Auto Up/Down        
LIMITED PACKAGE (AUBERGINE) -inc: Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy w/Chrome Machine Finish, Premium Black Suede Headliner & Pillar Covers, Chrome Accent Front/Rear Bumpers, Chrome Accent Side Sills, Rear Side Window Sun Shades, Surround View Monitor, Heated Rear Outboard Seats, Heated Leather-Wrapped D-Shaped Steering Wheel, paddle shifters        
LIMITED PACKAGE (BLACK) -inc: Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy w/Chrome Machine Finish, Premium Black Suede Headliner & Pillar Covers, Chrome Accent Front/Rear Bumpers, Chrome Accent Side Sills, Rear Side Window Sun Shades, Surround View Monitor, Heated Rear Outboard Seats, Heated Leather-Wrapped D-Shaped Steering Wheel, paddle shifters        
LIMITED PACKAGE (IVORY) -inc: Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy w/Chrome Machine Finish, Premium Black Suede Headliner & Pillar Covers, Chrome Accent Front/Rear Bumpers, Chrome Accent Side Sills, Rear Side Window Sun Shades, Surround View Monitor, Heated Rear Outboard Seats, Heated Leather-Wrapped D-Shaped Steering Wheel, paddle shifters        
PANO SPORT PACKAGE -inc: Gloss Black Side Sills, Wheels: 7.5J x 18" Alloy w/Chrome Finish, Larger Front Brakes, Tires: P235/45R18        
PANORAMIC SUNROOF PACKAGE -inc: LED Overhead Front & Rear Reading Lamps, Panoramic Sunroof,        
PREMIUM PACKAGE -inc: sport side sills and black painted spoiler, Heated & Ventilated Front Seats, LED Overhead Front & Rear Reading Lamps, 10-Way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, 2-way power adjustable lumbar, Panoramic Sunroof, Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror        
RADIO: AM/FM/MP3/SIRIUSXM PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM -inc: 630 watt harman/kardon premium surround sound, 10 speakers, 8" touch-screen, rear camera display, 2 USB chargers, UVO eServices, Premium Navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Clari-Fi digital audio restoration, Quantum Logic and Bluetooth wireless technology        
RADIO: AM/FM/MP3/SIRIUSXM PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM -inc: 630 watt harman/kardon premium surround sound, 10 speakers, 8" touch-screen, rear camera display, 2 USB chargers, UVO eServices, Premium Navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Clari-Fi digitial audio restoration, Quantum Logic and Bluetooth wireless technology        
TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE -inc: Radio: AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Premium Audio System, 630 watt harman/kardon premium surround sound, 10 speakers, 8" touch-screen, rear camera display, 2 USB chargers, UVO eServices, Premium Navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Clari-Fi digitial audio restoration, Quantum Logic and Bluetooth wireless technology, Sport Front Bumper, satin chrome accent trim, Electronic Parking Brake, Front Collision Warning System, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, LED Fog Lights, Lane Departure Warning System, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)        
TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE -inc: sport front bumper w/satin chrome accent trim, Radio: AM/FM/MP3/SiriusXM Premium Audio System, 630 watt harman/kardon premium surround sound, 10 speakers, 8" touch-screen, rear camera display, 2 USB chargers, UVO eServices, Premium Navigation, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Clari-Fi digital audio restoration, Quantum Logic and Bluetooth wireless technology, Electronic Parking Brake, High Beam Assist, Front Collision Warning System, Advanced Smart Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning System, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)        
TIRES: 17"        
TIRES: P235/45R18        
WHEELS: 17" ALLOY        
WHEELS: 7.5J X 18" ALLOY W/CHROME FINISH        
WHEELS: 7.5J X 18" ALLOY W/CHROME MACHINE FINISH        
PAINT SCHEME Options
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
STANDARD PAINT
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
AUTO-DIMMING MIRROR W/HOMELINK & COMPASS (PIO)    
CARGO HOOK (PIO)
CARGO MAT (PIO)
CARGO NET (PIO)
CARGO TRAY (PIO)
CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO)    
DOOR SILL APPLIQUE (PIO)
MUD GUARDS (PIO)
PAINT PROTECTION PACKAGE (PIO)  
REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO)
REMOTE START (KEY START) (PIO)      
REMOTE START (PUSH BUTTON) (PIO)        
WHEEL LOCKS (PIO)
PRIMARY PAINT Options
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
AURORA BLACK    
EBONY BLACK
GRANITE BROWN Build Out:01/31/2018    
HORIZON BLUE
PLATINUM GRAPHITE
REMINGTON RED      
SANGRIA    
SILKY SILVER    
SNOW WHITE PEARL
SPARKLING SILVER      
TITANIUM SILVER  
SEAT TRIM Options
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
BEIGE, CLOTH SEAT TRIM -inc: CleanTex anti-soiling        
BEIGE, LEATHER SEAT TRIM        
BLACK, CLOTH SEAT TRIM -inc: CleanTex anti-soiling      
BLACK, LEATHER SEAT TRIM      
BLACK, NAPPA LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: unique merlot seat trim        
BLACK, SPORT CLOTH SEAT TRIM -inc: leatherette side bolsters        
GRAY, LEATHER SEAT TRIM        

2018 Kia Optima Technical Specifications

Brakes
LX S LX 1.6T EX 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) 12 12 12 12 12.6
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2
Cargo Area Dimensions
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Trunk Volume (ft) 15.9 15.9 15.9 15.9 15.9
Engine
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Displacement 2.4 L/144 2.4 L/144 1.6 L/97 2.4 L/144 2.0 L/122
Engine Type Regular Unleaded I-4 Regular Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 Regular Unleaded I-4 Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 185 @ 6000 185 @ 6000 178 @ 5500 185 @ 6000 245 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 178 @ 4000 178 @ 4000 195 @ 1500 178 @ 4000 260 @ 1350
Exterior Dimensions
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Height, Overall (in) 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.7
Length, Overall (in) 191.1 191.1 191.1 191.1 191.1
Min Ground Clearance (in) 5.3 5.3 5.3 5.3 5.3
Wheelbase (in) 110.4 110.4 110.4 110.4 110.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 73.2 73.2 73.2 73.2 73.2
Fuel Tank
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5 18.5
Steering
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Steering Type Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion
Suspension
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Suspension Type - Front Strut Strut Strut Strut Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link Multi-Link
Tires
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Front Tire Size P205/65HR16 P215/55VR17 P205/65HR16 P215/55VR17 P235/45VR18
Rear Tire Size P205/65HR16 P215/55VR17 P205/65HR16 P215/55VR17 P235/45VR18
Transmission
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 6 6 7 6 6
Vehicle
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Front Head Room (in) 39.8 39.8 39.8 39.8 39.8
Front Leg Room (in) 45.5 45.5 45.5 45.5 45.5
Front Shoulder Room (in) 58.1 58.1 58.1 58.1 58.1
Passenger Capacity 5 5 5 5 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 104.8 104.8 104.8 104.8 104.8
Second Head Room (in) 37.8 37.8 37.8 37.8 37.8
Second Leg Room (in) 35.6 35.6 35.6 35.6 35.6
Second Shoulder Room (in) 56.4 56.4 56.4 56.4 56.4
Weight Information
LX S LX 1.6T EX SX
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3219 3362 3224 3362 3494

2018 Kia Optima Safety Features

Safety Features
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Emergency Sos
Rear Parking Sensors
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Blind Spot
and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A