Summary
vs. The Competition
The 2017 Kia Optima is currently rated #2 out of 10 overall in its category, beaten by the 2017 Honda Accord for Midsize Cars.
It's a good car overall compared to others in the same category and beats more than half of its competition along the way.
Its Drivetrain and Car and Driver Overall Rating win versus competitors, but its Motor Trend Overall Rating loses against the competition.
Competitors
Which is better: Kia Optima or Honda Accord?
The Optima costs $255.00 less than the Accord. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Toyota Camry?
The Optima costs $870.00 less than the Camry. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Chevrolet Malibu?
The Optima costs $520.00 more than the Malibu. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Hyundai Sonata?
The Optima costs $600.00 more than the Sonata. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Ford Fusion?
The Optima costs $410.00 less than the Fusion. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Mazda6?
The Optima costs $255.00 more than the Mazda6. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Nissan Altima?
The Optima costs $300.00 less than the Altima. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is losing in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Subaru Legacy?
The Optima costs $205.00 more than the Legacy. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Optima or Volkswagen Passat?
The Optima costs $240.00 less than the Passat. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
2017 Kia Optima Specs & Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
Drivetrain
Worst Attribute
Motor Trend Overall Rating
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,200.00 | Good with 3 stars based on ratings | |
| MPG | 28 city / 34 highway city / highway | Good with 3.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Good with 5 stars based on ratings | |
| Horsepower | 178 to 245hp | Bad with 1.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18.5 galgal | Good with 4 stars based on ratings | |
| Seating Capacity | 5. Rear seat headroom for taller adults snug | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings | |
| Car and Driver Overall Rating | 4/5 | Good with 4 stars based on ratings | |
| Motor Trend Overall Rating | 2/5 | Bad with 1 stars based on ratings | |
| Driver/Passenger Interior |  | Average with 2.5 stars based on ratings |