Auto loans: 2015 Kia Optima
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). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 6.5 to 10.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2015 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.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2015 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 | 10.4 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 | 208 g/km | 231 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $10.08 | $13.80 | $15.50 |
2015 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 2015 Kia Optima
- NHTSA lists 4 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 1,021 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (627), electrical system (141) and unknown or other (140). 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... |
| 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. |
| 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... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2015 Kia Optima: before you buy
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2015 Kia Optima for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Thinking about the 2015 Kia Optima? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
A buyer's checks
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
Under the hood
The 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid does the work, through a 6-speed automatic. 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.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 20 litres, from its 6.5 L/100 km rating. Driving 300 km costs roughly $30.24 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$1,825 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
Living with the Optima
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. The EPA measures its luggage space at 311 litres, roughly about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
A longer test drive
Try the Optima on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Choosing the right one
A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
What it costs to run
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $100.80 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$1,825 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Talk to a person
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
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 2015 Kia Optima from us first.
Ask us about the 2015 Kia Optima
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2015 Kia Optima for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2015 Kia Optima
Does CarmaCars sell the 2015 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 2015 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 2015 Kia Optima have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2015 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.