2020 Kia Optima
2020 Kia Optima — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: LX / S
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2020 Kia Optima snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2020 Kia Optima typically asks about $9,400 versus a $23,990 starting MSRP when new — roughly 39% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2020 Kia Optima in our refresh, though owners have filed 137 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$9,400
39% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$23,990
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
137
Top: Engine
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2020 Optima?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 137 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
137 complaints · 6 crash-related · 2 fire-related · 4 injuries reported. Top components:
- Engine59
- Power Train24
- Electrical System11
- Unknown Or Other11
- Engine and Engine Cooling7
- Service Brakes7
- Air Bags6
- Fuel/Propulsion System3
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2020 Kia Optima Complete Walkaround Review
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Photos
How much does a used 2020 Optima cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $9,400 in typical used asking against a $23,990 starting MSRP — roughly 39% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $23,990
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $9,400
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 39% of MSRP
~$14,590 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2020 Optima?
The 2020 Kia Optima is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The Kia Optima ended after 2020. This page covers the final model year. The 2020 Kia Optima was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Kia K5, formerly known as the Kia Optima, is a mid-size car manufactured by Kia since 2000 and marketed globally through various nameplates. First generation cars were mostly marketed as the Optima, although the Kia Magentis name was used in Europe and Canada when sales began there in 2002.
- Final U.S. catalog year
- About 191.3 × 73.2 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
Final U.S. Optima year (became K5).
How does the 2020 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 185 hp, 28 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
185 hp
Combined MPG
28 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2020 selected trim (28 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,500
5-year energy
$7,500
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 28 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.4L I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Width
- 73.2 in
- Height
- 57.5 in
- Wheelbase
- 110.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3489.9 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 28
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | LX / S | EX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 185 hp | 180 hp |
| Combined MPG | 28 | 28 |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 | 1.6L Turbo I4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 185 | — | — | 28 | FWD | |
| 180 | — | — | 28 | FWD | |
| 245 | 260 | — | 24 | FWD |