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Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $4,580 | $7,545 | ||
Very Good | $4,305 | $7,120 | ||
Good | $4,005 | $6,645 | ||
Fair | $3,230 | $5,420 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2016 Kia Optima LX Sedan 4D range from about $3,230 to $4,580 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $5,420 to $7,545 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 43085 through 6/22/2026.
Curb Weight | 3219 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 104.8 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 120.7 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.8 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 45.5 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.3 inches | ||
Overall Length | 191.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 58.1 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.9 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 110.4 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 73.2 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Available |
City | 25 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 37 mpg | ||
Combined | 30 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Horsepower | 185 @ 6000 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 178 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter |
Basic | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 10 years / 100000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / 100000 miles |
If you’re looking for a good midsize-sedan value, one with plenty of modern features, sharp styling, good driving dynamics, and a roomy interior – y’know, the works – then the 2016 Kia Optima hits all the right buttons.
Maybe you’re a Honda or Toyota loyalist. Maybe you’ve had three Nissan Altimas in a row and don’t see a reason to change now. The point is that blind brand loyalty is about the only reason we can see for not putting the 2016 Optima on your test-drive list.
![]() Used 2016 Kia Optima LX Sedan 4D | ![]() Used 2016 Chevrolet Cruze | ![]() Used 2016 Nissan Sentra | ![]() Used 2017 Buick Verano | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $8,300 | $7,575 | $7,275 | $6,950 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.2 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.0 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 4.5 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 25/Hwy 37/Comb 30 MPG | City 30/Hwy 42/Comb 35 MPG | City 30/Hwy 40/Comb 34 MPG | City 21/Hwy 31/Comb 24 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | 4.0 | 5.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 185 @ 6000 RPM | 153 @ 5600 RPM | 130 @ 6000 RPM | 180 @ 6700 RPM | |
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, ECOTEC, 2.4 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |