2017 Kia Optima review
Kia Optima highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 31 highway, 25 combined
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(no current inventory)
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What is new for the 2017 Kia Optima?
- Optima trims have been upgraded with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment this year.
- The SXL trim now comes with CD Audio and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.6 out of 5
5 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 4 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 0 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 0 |
RepairPal gave the Kia Optima an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Kia Optima 8th out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Kia OptimaKia Optima features and specs
EX 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Harman Kardon Sound
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Sunshade
- Remote Start
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
185
Torque (ft-lbs)
178
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
110.4"
Overall length
191.1"
Width
73.2"
Height
57.7"
Leg room
F 45.5"/R 35.6"
Head room
F 39.8"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P215/55VR17
Rear tires
P215/55VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2017 Kia Optima FAQ
The 2017 Kia Optima is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- EX : 24 MPG City and 34 MPG Highway
- LX : 28 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- SX : 22 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- SXL : 22 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
The Kia Optima received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Kia Optima as 7 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2017 Kia Optima has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2017 Kia Optima, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2017 Kia Optima Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2017 Kia Optima:
- Sunroof(s)
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- CD Audio
- Bluetooth Technology
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