2018 Kia Optima
NHTSA has received 337 complaints about the 2018 Kia Optima, and 43% of them involve engine. Next are electrical system (10%) and drivetrain & axles (6%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 337 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 43% of complaints
- Recalls
- 2
- Fuel economy
- 25 to 40 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
NHTSA has received 337 complaints about the 2018 Kia Optima, and 43% of them involve engine. Next are electrical system (10%) and drivetrain & axles (6%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2018 Kia Optima
Recalls
The 2018 Kia Optima is affected by 2 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2018 Kia Optima. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 40 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 38 city / 43 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2018 Kia Optima earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.