Auto loans: 2018 Kia Optima
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 5.6 to 9.4 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 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
- 5.6 to 9.4 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2018 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.
2018 Kia Optima specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder hybrid | 2.0L 4-cylinder hybrid | 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 7-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Plug-in hybrid | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 6.0 L/100 km | 6.2 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.9 L/100 km |
| Highway | 5.1 L/100 km | 5.5 L/100 km | 6.3 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.9 L/100 km | 7.5 L/100 km | 8.5 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Electric range | Not rated | 982 km | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| CO₂ | 132 g/km | 60 g/km | 178 g/km | 201 g/km | 224 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $8.68 | $9.15 | $11.63 | $13.18 | $14.57 |
2018 Kia Optima: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.0 L | 2.0 L | 1.6 L | 2.4 L | 2.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 39 | 38 | 28 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 46 | 43 | 37 | 34 | 31 |
| MPG combined (US) | 42 | 40 | 31 | 28 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 50 | 48 | 37 | 34 | 30 |
| Charge at 240 V | 2.7 hours | ||||
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 368 L (13 cu ft) | 283 L (10 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$1,600 | US$1,700 | US$2,150 | US$2,433 | US$2,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $1,736 | $1,830 | $2,326 | $2,636 | $2,914 |
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 2018 Kia Optima
- NHTSA lists 3 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 243 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (137), unknown or other (40) and electrical system (37). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V594000 | 2023-08-24 | latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:latch | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety... |
| 21V844000 | 2021-10-29 | engine | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-In Hybrid vehicles. The connecting rod bearings inside the engine may wear prematurely, which can result in engine damage. |
| 18V161000 | 2018-03-08 | hybrid propulsion system | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 Kia Optima for buyers
No 2018 Kia Optima is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2018 Kia Optima, see the figures and the checks worth doing.
What to check on the Optima
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Owners filed 243 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine, unknown or other and electrical system; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent.
Reading the spec sheet
Power comes from the 2.0L 4-cylinder hybrid, driving 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. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
Its combined rating is 5.6 L/100 km, which means roughly 17 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $8.68, and a 300 km weekend about $26.04. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$1,600 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits stop-and-go driving and rideshare or delivery work. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Practical details
Being a large sedan, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Luggage space is rated at 368 litres: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.
Rent it for a week first
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the Optima for a week and see how it fits your life. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Choosing the right one
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
The cost of driving it
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. The EPA estimates US$1,600 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Want a price?
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
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 2018 Kia Optima from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 Kia Optima
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 Kia Optima for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 Kia Optima
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Kia Optima have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 Kia Optima cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$1,600 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $1736.00.
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.