Used Kia Optima Prices by Year
As of September 2026, a used Kia Optima typically lists for $9,995 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $4,997 for a 2008 to $12,995 for a 2020 — every figure below is a national median of 4,377 live listings, not a book value, and the Optima steps down a median 9.1% per model year of age.
Kia Optima price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Avg mileage | EPA combined | NCAP | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $12,995 | $8,997 – $17,998 | 93,503 mi | 24–42 MPG | 5★ | 652 |
| 2019 | $12,197 | $7,999 – $16,499 | 95,825 mi | 24–41 MPG | 5★ | 772 |
| 2018 | $10,997 | $7,499 – $15,461 | 102,260 mi | 25–42 MPG | 5★ | 564 |
| 2017 | $9,995 | $7,018 – $13,998 | 108,254 mi | 25–42 MPG | 5★ | 335 |
| 2016 | $9,495 | $6,339 – $13,988 | 108,822 mi | 25–37 MPG | 5★ | 639 |
| 2015 | $8,500 | $5,695 – $12,995 | 115,161 mi | 24–37 MPG | 5★ | 541 |
| 2014 | $7,995 | $4,999 – $11,996 | 121,473 mi | 24–37 MPG | 5★ | 219 |
| 2013 | $6,999 | $4,990 – $9,998 | 130,477 mi | 26–37 MPG | 5★ | 403 |
| 2012 | $6,782 | $4,500 – $9,944 | 134,677 mi | 26–36 MPG | 5★ | 136 |
| 2011 | $5,993 | $3,999 – $8,637 | 143,434 mi | 26–36 MPG | 5★ | 70 |
| 2009 | $5,495 | $3,061 – $7,882 | 144,222 mi | 23–25 MPG | — | 22 |
| 2008 | $4,997 | $3,559 – $7,369 | 135,726 mi | 23–25 MPG | — | 24 |
“Typical price” is the national median asking price; the range covers the middle 80% of listings (10th–90th percentile), so it excludes teaser and outlier prices on both ends.
Cheapest Kia Optima
The cheapest quotable model year is the 2008, typically listing for $4,997 (most between $3,559 and $7,369) with an average odometer of 135,726 miles. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 9.1%, and the per-year table above shows where the price-per-mile balance is best. See the cheapest Kia Optima listings for sale →
Most expensive Kia Optima
The priciest used model year is the 2020 at a typical $12,995 (most between $8,997 and $17,998).
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Kia Optima cost?
As of September 2026, a used Kia Optima typically lists for $9,995 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $4,997 (2008) to $12,995 (2020), based on 4,377 live listings.
How much is a 2020 Kia Optima?
A used 2020 Kia Optima typically lists for $12,995, with most asking prices between $8,997 and $17,998. Average odometer reading is 93,503 miles.
What's the cheapest year of the Kia Optima worth looking at?
The 2008 model year is the least expensive quotable year at a typical $4,997 — but compare its mileage (135,726 miles on average) and per-year table above before deciding; a newer year at a small premium often carries far fewer miles.
How fast does the Kia Optima depreciate?
Across adjacent model years currently on the market, the Optima steps down a median 9.1% per model year of age — e.g. moving one year older typically saves about that share of the price.
How much is a used 2019 Kia Optima?
A used 2019 Kia Optima typically lists for $12,197, with most asking prices between $7,999 and $16,499; average odometer is 95,825 miles (772 for sale).
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See also: Kia Optima hub — live listings & specs · Kia Optima MPG by year · All model price pages · Best used cars by budget.