2014 Kia Optima for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 6.5 to 10.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 7 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 6.5 to 10.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 7
For sale
We do not have a 2014 Kia Optima for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2014 Kia Optima specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 6.7 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 6.2 L/100 km | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 6.5 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 10.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 151.5 g/km | 206 g/km | 231 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $10.08 | $13.80 | $15.50 |
2014 Kia Optima: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 35 | 23 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 38 | 33 | 30 |
| MPG combined (US) | 37 | 26 | 24 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 44 | 31 | 29 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 311 L (11 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$1,825 | US$2,600 | US$2,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,016 | $2,760 | $3,100 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2014 Kia Optima
- NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 621 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (300), steering (99) and unknown or other (93). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V652000 | 2023-09-25 | service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an... |
| 22V093000 | 2022-02-17 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak. |
| 21V331000 | 2021-05-10 | service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles previously recalled under recall 20V-519. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short. |
| 20V519000 | 2020-08-27 | service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Optima and 2014-2015 Sorento vehicles. Brake fluid may leak inside the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU), possibly resulting in an electrical short. |
| 20V100000 | 2020-02-21 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment. |
| 18V907000 | 2018-12-19 | engine | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects... |
| 17V224000 | 2017-03-31 | engine and engine cooling:engine | Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2014 Kia Optima for buyers
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2014 Kia Optima for sale by us right now. This page puts the 2014 Kia Optima in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the Optima
There are 7 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Owners filed 621 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, steering and unknown or other; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
The figures, translated
Under the hood: the 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid and front-wheel drive. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Rated at 6.5 L/100 km combined, it needs around 20 litres for a 300 km round trip. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $10.08. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$1,825 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Space and size
It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Luggage space is rated at 311 litres: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Try before you buy
Rent the Optima for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If the Optima is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent the Optima first, and buy only if it fits your life.
The cost of driving it
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $10.08 in fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$1,825 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Choosing the right one
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Within the 2014 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
One more step
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2014 Kia Optima from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2014 Kia Optima for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2014 Kia Optima
Does CarmaCars sell the 2014 Kia Optima?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2014 Kia Optima before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2014 Kia Optima have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2014 Kia Optima cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$1,825 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2016.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.