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User Ranking Drivers and owners ranked these cars in 9 categories.

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Based on 16 rankings.
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2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$23,540
45 listings nationwide

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2020 Kia Optima Hybrid
EX FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$25,154
14 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
Kyree Rollerson Preview:

The Kia Optima competes with other midsize family-sedans like the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Volkswagen Passat. It receives a few changes for 2020. You’ll find one of three power...

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2020 Kia Optima Hybrid
EX FWD
Kyree Rollerson Preview:

The Kia Optima Hybrid is a midsize hybrid sedan, sitting in the same category as the Honda Accord Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid. For 2020, the Optima Hybrid gets a visual refresh and ...

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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
Harvey writes:
Power Ranked 2020 Honda Accord 2.0T EX-L FWD better.
"No Turbo lag, stomp the accelerator and it moves out fast."
Family Car Ranked 2020 Honda Accord 2.0T EX-L FWD better.
"Lots of room and convenience features. "
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2020 Kia Optima Hybrid
EX FWD
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Specs

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD
2020 Kia Optima Hybrid
EX FWD
Powertrain 7-Speed Dual Clutch 6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
27 MPG
40 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
37 MPG
45 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 18.5 gal 15.9 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Hybrid
Power
178 hp @ 5,500 RPM
192 hp @ 6,000 RPM
Torque
195 lb-ft @ 1,500 RPM
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Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
10:1
13.5:1
Displacement
1,600 cc
2,000 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.03 in x 3.35 in
3.19 in x 3.82 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Optional Standard
Driver Airbag Optional Standard
Passenger Airbag Optional Standard
Front Side Airbags Optional Standard
Curtain Airbags Optional Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall 5 stars 5 stars
Front Crash Overall 5 stars 5 stars
Front Crash Driver 5 stars 5 stars
Front Crash Passenger 4 stars 4 stars
Side Crash Overall 5 stars 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver 5 stars 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger 5 stars 5 stars
Side Pole Driver 5 stars 5 stars
Rollover 5 stars 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Optional Standard
Radio Optional Standard
Power Windows Optional Standard
Power Door Locks Optional Standard
Driver Power Seats Optional Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 45.5 in 45.5 in
Back Legroom 35.6 in 35.6 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 15.9 cu ft 13.4 cu ft
Exterior
Length 191.1 in 191.1 in
Width 73.2 in 73.2 in
Height 57.7 in 57.5 in
Wheelbase 110.4 in 110.4 in

Available Options

2020 Kia Optima
EX FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Ebony Black
  • Gravity Grey
  • Horizon Blue
  • Sangria
  • Snow White Pearl
  • Sparkling Silver
2020 Kia Optima Hybrid
EX FWD

Exterior Colors

  • Aurora Black
  • Gravity Blue
  • Runway Red
  • Snow White Pearl

Option Packages

  • Technology Package

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