Used Kia Optima Prices by Year
As of July 2026, a used Kia Optima typically lists for $10,100 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $5,000 for a 2008 to $12,999 for a 2020 — every figure below is a national median of 3,564 live listings, not a book value, and the Optima steps down a median 7.6% 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 | $12,999 | $8,998 – $17,987 | 91,796 mi | 24–42 MPG | 5★ | 557 |
| 2019 | $12,563 | $8,493 – $16,968 | 93,467 mi | 24–41 MPG | 5★ | 596 |
| 2018 | $11,095 | $7,547 – $14,998 | 102,128 mi | 25–42 MPG | 5★ | 490 |
| 2017 | $10,100 | $7,400 – $14,475 | 104,543 mi | 25–42 MPG | 5★ | 263 |
| 2016 | $9,614 | $6,590 – $13,691 | 108,513 mi | 25–37 MPG | 5★ | 497 |
| 2015 | $8,666 | $5,900 – $12,998 | 115,140 mi | 24–37 MPG | 5★ | 482 |
| 2014 | $7,995 | $5,245 – $11,997 | 120,671 mi | 24–37 MPG | 5★ | 196 |
| 2013 | $7,572 | $4,999 – $10,386 | 128,713 mi | 26–37 MPG | 5★ | 274 |
| 2012 | $6,995 | $4,671 – $9,999 | 130,733 mi | 26–36 MPG | 5★ | 125 |
| 2011 | $6,725 | $4,400 – $8,995 | 131,168 mi | 26–36 MPG | 5★ | 64 |
| 2008 | $5,000 | $3,421 – $7,095 | 132,974 mi | 23–25 MPG | — | 20 |
“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 $5,000 (most between $3,421 and $7,095) with an average odometer of 132,974 miles. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 7.6%, 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 $12,999 (most between $8,998 and $17,987).
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Kia Optima cost?
As of July 2026, a used Kia Optima typically lists for $10,100 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $5,000 (2008) to $12,999 (2020), based on 3,564 live listings.
How much is a 2020 Kia Optima?
A used 2020 Kia Optima typically lists for $12,999, with most asking prices between $8,998 and $17,987. Average odometer reading is 91,796 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 $5,000 — but compare its mileage (132,974 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 7.6% 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 $12,563, with most asking prices between $8,493 and $16,968; average odometer is 93,467 miles (596 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.