2016 Kia Optima
The 2016 Kia Optima is listed in 7 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.4 L 4-cyl and 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 37 MPG (best: 6.4 L/100 km).
Model year2016
Versions7
ClassLarge Cars, Midsize Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optima | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 28 / 37 / 31 | 7.6 | 286 | Large Cars |
| Optima | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 31 / 25 | 9.4 | 360 | Large Cars |
| Optima | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 24 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 320 | Large Cars |
| Optima FE | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 22 / 31 / 25 | 9.4 | 355 | Large Cars |
| Optima FE | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 36 / 29 | 8.1 | 308 | Large Cars |
| Optima Hybrid | 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AM6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 35 / 38 / 37 | 6.4 | 242 | Midsize Cars |
| Optima Hybrid EX | 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (AM6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 35 / 38 / 36 | 6.5 | 247 | Midsize Cars |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2016 Kia Optima.