2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.0

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$25,995 - $35,210
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Smooth ride

Not efficient for a hybrid

Engine upgrade to 2.0L in-line.

Best in-class Cargo space

Expensive upgrade to Premium

High density and light-weight battery

Fuel economy increased to 42mpg.

Larger cargo volume.

Specs & Features

$25,995

price

192 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

271 lb.-ft. @ 1770 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The efficient and smart Optima is back with some important updates in the market. 2017 KIA Optima Hybrid Sedan was brought in the market with some minor facelifts and a mandatory engine swap. The new 2.0L engine is lighter and more efficient. Tiger-nose grill gives Optima a sweet face-lift and the best in-class trunk helps Optima to get some attention but the acceleration takes it away.

Starting at a price of $25,995, Optima might not be the cheapest but comes loaded with features. The gasoline engine is supported by a 38kW electric motor which increases its fuel efficiency and power output of the car. Optima comes loaded with a 7inch infotainment system in standard trim.

Buying Advice

We would recommend EX trim as it offers a lot of accessories and includes the premium convenience package which includes the lane assist and heated steering wheel. The premium comes with a lot of standard features but the EX trim definitely takes the edge.

Trims

    Base
    $25,995 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 192 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 271 lb.-ft. @ 1770 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 123 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 42 mpg
    Premium
    $25,995 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
    EX
    $30,990 onwards
    • 17-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • Navigation system

Compare to similar cars

Price

$25,995- $35,210

Engine

hybrid

Rating

8.03

Horsepower

202 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

276 lb.-ft. @ 2330 rpm

Capacity

5

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$27,065- $36,540

Gasoline

6.82

182 hp @ 6700 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4900 rpm

5

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$21,680- $30,975

Gasoline

7.8

160 hp @ 5700 rpm

184 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm

5

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$25,675- $31,010

hybrid

7.66

188 hp @ 6000 rpm

129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$22,610- $38,750

Gasoline

8.39

175 hp @ 6000 rpm

175 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$18,740- $28,300

Gasoline

8.95

306 hp @ 6500 rpm

138 lb.-ft. @ 4200 rpm

4

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$26,000- $38,600

hybrid

8.07

193 hp @ 6000 rpm

140 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$21,600- $34,350

Gasoline

7.61

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$31,990- $44,390

Gasoline

7.7

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

253 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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$22,200- $36,090

Gasoline

7.25

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

178 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.7 sec15.8 sec123 mph
    6.1 sec12.7 sec116 mph
    6.6 sec14.8 sec148 mph
    6.8 sec13.3 sec122 mph
    7.2 sec15.8 sec114 mph
    7.2 sec15.6 sec117 mph

    2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      39 mpg46 mpg42 mpg15.9 gal.-
      49 mpg47 mpg48 mpg15.8 gal.774.2/742.6 mi.
      49 mpg43 mpg46 mpg13 gal.637/559 mi.
      43 mpg41 mpg42 mpg14 gal.602/574 mi.
      39 mpg45 mpg42 mpg15.9 gal.620.1/715.5 mi.
      42 mpg38 mpg40 mpg17 gal.714/646 mi.

      2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        191.1 in.73.2 in.57.5 in.5.1 in.110.4 in.
        196.1 in.74.4 in.57.7 in.3.8 in.112.2 in.
        195.7 in.73.6 in.57.9 in.6 in.112.4 in.
        194.1 in.72.8 in.57.5 in.5.8 in.109.3 in.
        193.8 in.73 in.57.6 in.6 in.111.4 in.
        193.8 in.73 in.57.6 in.5 in.111.4 in.

        2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          -103.8 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.
          16.3 cu.ft.106.1 cu.ft.104.6 cu.ft.
          13.3 cu.ft.106.1 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.93.8 cu.ft.
          15.9 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.72.9 cu.ft.

          2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            72.9 cu.ft.-13.4 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.93.8 cu.ft.-
            70.2 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.70.2 cu.ft.-
            -15.7 cu.ft.--
            46.2 cu.ft.15.1 cu.ft.46.2 cu.ft.-
            72.9 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.72.9 cu.ft.-

            2017 Kia Optima Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3486 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1091 lbs.3263 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3431 lbs.
              --3272 lbs.
              -1085 lbs.3633 lbs.
              -995 lbs.2742 lbs.

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