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2020 Kia Optima

NHTSA has received 221 complaints about the 2020 Kia Optima, and 50% of them involve engine. Next are drivetrain & axles (12%) and electrical system (6%).

At a glance

Complaints
221 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 50% of complaints
Fuel economy
24 to 41 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 221 complaints about the 2020 Kia Optima, and 50% of them involve engine. Next are drivetrain & axles (12%) and electrical system (6%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2020 Kia Optima

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2020 Kia Optima. Combined fuel economy ranges from 24 to 41 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 39 city / 44 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Safety rating

In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2020 Kia Optima earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Frontal, side and rollover ratings

Other model years of the Optima