2017 Kia Optima Review

2017 Kia Optima is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 191.10 in length and 57.70 in height. Made in United States, 2017 Kia Optima has 4 trims priced by the manufacturer at 25,440 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 2017 Kia Optima. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 18.50 gallon. The engine is 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 24 of gasoline in the city and 24 on highways.

Make: Kia
Model: Optima
Trims Available: 4
Location: UNITED STATES
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $25,440 USD
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY
Tires: P215/55R V
Tank Size: 19 gallon

Kia Optima 2017 Trims

2017 Kia Optima LX

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY

2017 Kia Optima EX

Engine: 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 24 City / 34 HWY

2017 Kia Optima SXL Turbo

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 31 HWY

2017 Kia Optima SX Turbo

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V TURBO
Transmission: 6A
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 22 City / 31 HWY

Vin Numbers

  • 5XXGU4L32HG168443
  • 5XXGU4L35HG168677
  • 5XXGU4L36HG151063
  • 5XXGU4L38HG165689
  • 5XXGU4L39HG121622
  • 5XXGU4L39HG145273
  • 5XXGU4L3XHG135044
  • 5XXGU4L3XHG154354
  • 5XXGU4L35HG164273
  • 5XXGU4L36HG159695
  • 5XXGU4L35HG158036
  • 5XXGU4L35HG156898
  • 5XXGU4L37HG151055
  • 5XXGU4L32HG169978
  • 5XXGU4L30HG158090
  • 5XXGU4L34HG164040
  • 5XXGU4L37HG178353
  • 5XXGU4L3XHG159733
  • 5XXGU4L31HG168367

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

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IIHS Crash Test

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 18V161000 started on /Date(1520485200000-0500)/.

Summary: 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.

Consequence: If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162.

Recall 18V907000 started on /Date(1545195600000-0500)/.

Summary: 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 to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

FAQ

One of the main issues about the 2017 Kia Optima is related to the latest recall where "if the vpd activates while the vehicle is being operated in electric vehicle (ev) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash". 2017 Kia Optima is ranked 5 in safety ratings, which is higher then the rating for 2016 Kia Optima.

The 2017 Kia Optima has NHTSA crash test rating of 5 and IIHS Crash test rating of 5.

The 2017 Kia Optima is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 2017 Kia Optima so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 2017 Kia Optima is lower than $11,100.

There are 2 recalls recorded in our database for 2017 Kia Optima that’s on average below the average number of recalls per car in our database.

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1
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$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Forte 5-Door

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia K900

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Niro

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Optima

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Optima Hybrid

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Rio

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Sedona

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Sorento

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Soul

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Soul EV

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

Kia Sportage

$22,200 - $36,090
24 City / 34 HWY
4 Trims
5
1
2.4L L4 DOHC 16V

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