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    Kia Optima

    Kia Optima Reviews

    You'll find all our Kia Optima reviews right here. Kia Optima prices range from $21,340 for the Optima Si to $36,080 for the Optima GT NAV (black Leather) Sunroof.

    Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the Optima's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.

    The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Kia Optima dating back as far as 2001.

    Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Kia Optima, you'll find it all here

    Kia Optima Reviews

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    Kia Optima GT 2018 review

    Kia Optima GT 2018 review

    27 Jul 2018 by Dan Pugh
    Sedans might be sagging in popularity, but the right one can still make for a great family car. But does the Kia Optima GT qualify? There's only one way to find out. Read more
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    Kia Optima 2018 review

    Kia Optima 2018 review

    21 Jun 2018 by Matt Campbell
    The updated 2018 Kia Optima range sees some notable changes, including price drops, equipment adjustments and new safety gear added on both models in the range. We're testing out the Si and GT. Read more
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    Kia Optima GT 2018 review: snapshot

    Kia Optima GT 2018 review: snapshot

    21 Jun 2018 by Matt Campbell
    The Kia Optima GT model lists at $43,290 plus on-roads - a $1200 price drop compared to the pre-facelift model. Over the Si, the GT has a new 8.0-inch media screen with extended smartphone... Read more
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    Kia Optima Si 2018 review: snapshot

    Kia Optima Si 2018 review: snapshot

    21 Jun 2018 by Matt Campbell
    The Kia Optima Si is the entry-grade of two models, and it comes in at $33,290 plus on-road costs - an $1100 drop over the previous version. Read more
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    Kia Optima 2018 review

    Kia Optima 2018 review

    20 Feb 2018 by Andrew Chesterton
    Kia's Optima may not have the highest profile in the Aussie new car market, but this well-equipped, well-priced mid-size sedan does so many things, so well. Read more
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    Kia Optima GT 2016 review

    Kia Optima GT 2016 review

    26 Jul 2016 by Alistair Kennedy
    Alistair Kennedy road tests and reviews the Kia Optima GT with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Used Kia Optima review: 2011-2014

    Used Kia Optima review: 2011-2014

    20 May 2016 by Graham Smith
    Graham Smith reviews the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Kia Optima as a used buy. Read more
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    Used Kia Optima review: 2011-2015

    Used Kia Optima review: 2011-2015

    11 Apr 2016 by Ewan Kennedy
    Ewan Kennedy reviews the 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 Kia Optima as a used buy. Read more
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    Kia Optima Si 2016 review

    Kia Optima Si 2016 review

    5 Feb 2016 by Craig Duff
    Craig Duff road tests and reviews the Kia Optima with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more
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    Kia Optima GT 2016 review

    Kia Optima GT 2016 review

    15 Jan 2016 by Paul Gover
    Paul Gover road tests and reviews the Kia Optima GT with specs, fuel consumption and verdict. Read more

    Pricing guides

    $28,710
    Based on third party pricing data
    Lowest Price
    $21,340
    Highest Price
    $36,080
    See all Kia Optima pricing & specs

    Range and Specs

    VehicleSpecsPrice*
    Si 2.4L, ULP, 6 SP AUTO $21,340 – 27,060 2020 Kia Optima Si Pricing and Specs
    GT NAV (black Leather) 2.0L, ULP, 6 SP AUTO $29,150 – 35,090 2020 Kia Optima GT NAV (black Leather) Pricing and Specs
    GT NAV (black Leather) Sunroof 2.0L, ULP, 6 SP AUTO $29,920 – 36,080 2020 Kia Optima GT NAV (black Leather) Sunroof Pricing and Specs
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    * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

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    Kia Optima News

    Kia Optima GT 2020: New eight-speed DCT set for Hyundai i30 N debuts in not-for-Australia sedan

    Kia Optima GT 2020: New eight-speed DCT set for Hyundai i30 N debuts in not-for-Australia sedan

    18 Dec 2019 by Justin Hilliard
    Australia to miss out on next-gen Kia Optima 2020

    Australia to miss out on next-gen Kia Optima 2020

    13 Nov 2019 by Tung Nguyen
    Kia discontinues Rondo and Soul, Optima stock expected to dry up by 2020

    Kia discontinues Rondo and Soul, Optima stock expected to dry up by 2020

    2 Aug 2019 by Tung Nguyen
    Kia Optima 2018 pricing and specs confirmed

    Kia Optima 2018 pricing and specs confirmed

    20 Jun 2018 by Spencer Leech
    Kia Optima 2018 facelift revealed

    Kia Optima 2018 facelift revealed

    29 Jan 2018 by Matt Campbell
    Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Volvo models headline latest recalls

    Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Volvo models headline latest recalls

    19 Jun 2017 by Justin Hilliard
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    Kia Optima FAQs

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