About the Kia Optima
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2018 Kia Optima's used prices in Australia typically range from $16,900 for the SI variant and topping out at $23,600 for the GT Nav (black Leather).
There are 4 variants of the Optima available in Australia and this generation went on sale in June of 2018.
Engine options include 2.4L petrol (138kW/241Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol (180kW/350Nm). All variants feature 6 speed automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The 2018 Optima was offered with a 7 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
2018 Kia Optima Price
| Variant 1 | Price From* | Price To* |
|---|---|---|
| Si | $17,400 | $17,400 |
| GT NAV (BLACK LEATHER) SUNROOF | $21,600 | $21,600 |
| GT NAV (BLACK LEATHER) | $22,500 | $22,500 |
| GT NAV (RED LEATHER) | $22,500 | $22,500 |
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2018 Kia Optima Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2018 Kia Optima Fuel Economy
There are 2 different fuel economy figures for the Kia Optima
The most fuel efficient Kia Optima is the Si with a 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.4L MULTI POINT F/INJ and uses 8.3L of Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
| Kia Optima | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| GT NAV (BLACK LEATHER) | Unleaded Petrol | 8.5 L/100km |
| GT NAV (BLACK LEATHER) SUNROOF | Unleaded Petrol | 8.5 L/100km |
| GT NAV (RED LEATHER) | Unleaded Petrol | 8.5 L/100km |
| Si | Unleaded Petrol | 8.3 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Kia Optima?
You should service yourOptima at your authorised Kia dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the Optima's warranty.
2018 Kia Optima Warranty
What is the warranty on a Kia Optima?
The Kia Optima offers a 7 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Kia Optima FAQs
The cheapest Kia Optima is the Si that starts from $16,900.
The most expensive Kia Optima is the GT NAV (BLACK LEATHER) that starts from $23,600.
The best towing capacity of a Kia Optima is offered by the Si which can tow 1700 kg
The largest Kia Optima is the Si which measures 1860mm wide, 4855mm in length and sits 1465mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Optima is the GT NAV (RED LEATHER) which has 180kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO MPFI engine.
The Kia Optima is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Optima is the GT NAV (RED LEATHER) which weighs 2120 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Optima uses Unleaded Petrol.