Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
39 City / 46 HWY
Horsepower
192
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Greg E
I am a huge fan of my Kia optima.
I have never had any issues with my Kia optima hybrid. I love the way it syncs up with my phone via Bluetooth within seconds of starting the car up. The hands free calling is a great feature. Gets over 30 mpg and rides smooth. It is also quick off the line for having a small engine since it is so light.
accountCircle Ciera P
The camera is helpful when reversing.
The car is very quiet when in electric mode. There is a button to turn on the car instead of inserting a key. Good trunk and back seat space. The driver and passenger seat can not only recline, but they can be pumped up and down. The e-brake is located at the bottom of the driver door instead of near the gear shift.
accountCircle Parker F
The Kia hybrid is a great vehicle.
I love the hybrid because of the gas mileage and overall comfort on the interior. It looks very sporty and sleek. I also love the sound system in the car. With almost 35 mpg on the highway and roughly 29 in the city, gas prices are not a problem with the 2018 Kia optima.
accountCircle Jontaruis W
My apple CarPlay shows navigation in dash.
I have no problems. This car is great on gas mileage and has a very comfortable and luxurious feel. My favorite feature is the driving assistance, the wheels actually lock into the lane, guiding you every inch. It is controlled by amazing radar technology.
accountCircle Mallorie D
Kia optima hybrid- the best gas mileage!
The 2018 Kia optima hybrid has gas mileage that cannot be competed with! The interior is comfortable, the radio and electronics are easily accessible, and the truck has plenty of space. The only issue I have ever had is when I first leased the car I went on a bit of a road trip and after roughly 600 miles, the car stopped. I had my cruise on but the car slowed and when I tried to hit the gas, nothing happened. I ended up pulling over on the side of the interstate and shutting it off for roughly 15 minutes. After this it started and I had no further issues.
accountCircle Scott E
The Hybrid Choice You Didn't Know You Had.
The Kia Optima Hybrid is a very comfortable vehicle for using around the city. Like all hybrid/electric vehicles long range is not what it is best suited for, but when used within the area of it's strengths it is a strong competitor in its class. It has all the amenities one would expect in a modern vehicle and Kia's performance and reliability have improved vastly since they initially entered the US market. If you are considering a hybrid, particularly a Japanese hybrid, give the Kia a look, this South Korean automaker is proving they have what it takes.
accountCircle Emily O
Beautiful interior, sleek exterior. Rides very smoothly.
Absolutely beautiful interior, stays cool in hot weather and warms quickly in cold weather, very important to me because I have children. Drives very smoothly. I have to drive 30 minutes to and from work each day and have to get gas frequently which is inconvenient.
accountCircle Erica S
It is great for millennials who are searching for a first car. It is very safe.
My Kia optima drives smooth and has great space for being a small car. The features included are high quality. I am able to Bluetooth my phone and others to the car, making it safer when driving. Overall, it is an amazing car and I highly recommend it to anyone.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Misty G
My vehicle is orange metallic. It is an automatic transmission.
My big was performances in top notch. I have not had any problems with it. All the oil changes as well as maintenance is up to date. The only problem I have is the sound system is not loud enough. It does have a Bluetooth but the sound system is very low. Also I wish I could hit a button and open the trunk. That I cannot do.
accountCircle Erika
Ponce
The only complaint i have is my 3boy do not fit also if we pass a speed bump leaving from a drive way and so bottom carriage hits at all times too low
accountCircle Lily A
Overall my car is nice and has nice leather seats. It drives well.
I have ac problems and also it has engine problems. But it has leather seats. It's really fun to drive and easy to park. It can go pretty fast on the interstate and through roads. It has a nice radio system. The only problem I would say it has is the ac and the engine.

Kia Optima Hybrid Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Premium Hybrid
192 HP 42 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium
192 HP 42 MPG 5 Seats
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EX Hybrid
192 HP 42 MPG 5 Seats
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EX
192 HP 42 MPG 5 Seats
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2018 Kia Optima Hybrid Owner Reviews

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5 stars 36%
4 stars 36%
3 stars 27%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Jontaruis W on October 12, 2020
My apple CarPlay shows navigation in dash.
I have no problems. This car is great on gas mileage and has a very comfortable and luxurious feel. My favorite feature is the driving assistance, the wheels actually lock into the lane, guiding you every inch. It is controlled by amazing radar technology.
accountCircle Erica S on October 6, 2020
It is great for millennials who are searching for a first car. It is very safe.
My Kia optima drives smooth and has great space for being a small car. The features included are high quality. I am able to Bluetooth my phone and others to the car, making it safer when driving. Overall, it is an amazing car and I highly recommend it to anyone.

Ranks #15 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid has an average owner rating of 4.53 out of 5 which ranks it #15 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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5
2
car
4.86
15
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4.17

Ranks #12 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid has a combined MPG of 58 which ranks it #12 of 22 other Hybrid & Electrics.

1
car
150 MPG
2
Tie
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128 MPG
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Tie
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46 MPG

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