Scratch repair for a 2017 Kia Optima
Scratch repair for the 2017 Kia Optima: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 5.6 to 9.4 L/100 km
- Body
- Large Cars

An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 2017 Kia Optima for scratch repair
- Body: large cars (EPA size class).
2017 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 | 25 | 22 |
| MPG highway (US) | 46 | 43 | 37 | 35 | 31 |
| MPG combined (US) | 42 | 40 | 31 | 29 | 25 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 50 | 48 | 37 | 35 | 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$2,350 | US$2,700 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $1,736 | $1,830 | $2,326 | $2,574 | $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 2017 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 306 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine (192), unknown or other (41) and electrical system (39). 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. |
| 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... |
| 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.
Your 2017 Kia Optima: the work
Scratch repair for the 2017 Kia Optima: tell us about the car, and a person replies with a price and a time. Light scratches can be polished out; deeper ones are filled and repainted.
What your car means for the work
We note the car's condition with you when it comes in. As a large sedan, it is a straightforward size for this work. Keep the repair invoice with the car's records.
Booking the work
Tell us when the car is free and whether you can drop it off. We reply within one business day with a time and a price. Tell us whether you can drop the car off or need it collected.
Need a car meanwhile?
A rental by the day covers the time your car is in. Keep driving: rent from us while the work is done. We deliver around Toronto; pickup at our location is free.
How long it takes
We call or write when the car is ready, and you collect it or we arrange the handover. We keep you posted if the timing changes.
Pricing, plainly
Ask what is included, so you can compare quotes fairly. The condition of the car matters too; heavy dirt, deep scratches or rust take longer. Photos let us give a closer price before we see the car in person.
Aftercare
Keep the invoice with your records; it helps when you sell the car. Regular washes in winter help keep road salt from attacking the paint.
Before you drop the car off
Tell us about any marks or damage already on the car, so we note them together. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work. Bring the claim number and your adjuster's details if the repair is a claim.
When you know your dates
Want a quote? A request with a few photos is the fastest way.
Request scratch repair
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Scratch repair: the 2017 Kia Optima
Can I rent a car while my 2017 Kia Optima is in for scratch repair?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book scratch repair for my 2017 Kia Optima?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.