2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan

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$29,310 - $36,090
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Eye-catching design

The segment has more fuel-efficient rivals

Standard adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, pedestrian detection

Comfortable seating arrangement

Limited cargo capacity

Several tech features such as wireless charging are now standard

A giant list of standard features

Unrefined drive

17-inch alloy wheels

Specs & Features

$29,310

price

192 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

271 lb.-ft. @ 1770 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Cars like the 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its usefulness must not be overlooked. The Optima Hybrid uses its 2.0L Inline-4 engine and a single motor hybrid system and a 1.76-kWh battery to produce 192 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque. This gives the Optima Hybrid a 0-60 of 7.6 seconds. The hybrid engine here is to support the gasoline engine to boost performance and offer slightly better fuel economy than what a single gasoline engine would be capable of. That said, the 2020 Optima Hybrid achieves a combined fuel economy of 42 MPG. As part of the midsize sedan, the Optima Hybrid competes with the Toyota Camry Hybrid, the Ford Fusion Hybrid, and the Honda Accord Hybrid. It offers standalone trim that carries an MSRP of $29,310.

Buying Advice

The 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid has only one trim called EX but it is enough. This year it has received several standard additions, especially in the tech section. A few include UVO link embedded modem, auto-dimming rearview mirror with dynamic parking guidance, electronic parking brake, and wireless charging. A Technology Package worth $4,510 is also available which offers customizable ambient interior lighting, a 10-speaker Harman/Kardon sound system, a panoramic sunroof, LED fog lights, ventilated front seats, and more.

Trims

    EX
    $29,310 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 192 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 271 lb.-ft. @ 1770 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.6 sec
    • Top Speed: 123 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 42 mpg

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2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.6 sec15.8 sec123 mph
    6.8 sec13.3 sec124 mph
    7.1 sec15.5 sec115 mph
    7.6 sec--
    7.6 sec15.8 sec112 mph
    7.8 sec15.9 sec116 mph

    2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      40 mpg45 mpg42 mpg15.9 gal.636/715.5 mi.
      51 mpg53 mpg52 mpg13.2 gal.673.2/699.6 mi.
      50 mpg54 mpg52 mpg13.2 gal.660/712.8 mi.
      55 mpg49 mpg52 mpg10.6 gal.583/519.4 mi.
      48 mpg47 mpg48 mpg12.8 gal.614.4/601.6 mi.
      43 mpg41 mpg42 mpg14 gal.602/574 mi.

      2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        191.1 in.73.2 in.57.5 in.5.1 in.110.4 in.
        198.1 in.74.4 in.57.7 in.3.8 in.112.2 in.
        192.9 in.73.2 in.56.9 in.5.3 in.111.8 in.
        192.2 in.73.3 in.57.1 in.5.8 in.111.4 in.
        192.1 in.72.4 in.56.9 in.5.7 in.111.2 in.
        191.8 in.75.2 in.58 in.-112.2 in.

        2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13.4 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.104.4 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.
          15.1 cu.ft.97.6 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.102.1 cu.ft.5.2 cu.ft.
          16.7 cu.ft.105.6 cu.ft.-

          2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            57.3 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.-
            -15.1 cu.ft.--
            -16.7 cu.ft.--
            15.5 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.67 ft.
            11 cu.ft.15.1 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.-

            2020 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3496 lbs.
              999 lbs.4380 lbs.
              1194 lbs.3325 lbs.
              -3695 lbs.
              1177 lbs.3327 lbs.
              925 lbs.3472 lbs.

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