How much does this 2018 Kia Optima EX cost?

This used 2018 Kia Optima EX is listed at $14,016 in Newark, DE on VehiSales.

How many miles does this 2018 KIA Optima have?

The odometer reads 77,144 miles.

What is the VIN of this 2018 KIA Optima?

The VIN is 5XXGU4L32JG238030. You can check its full history report and window sticker via the links on this page.

Is this 2018 Kia Optima EX priced well?

The $14,016 asking price is 9% above the typical $12,862 asked across 63 comparable same-build listings tracked by VehiSales.

Does the 2018 KIA Optima have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 KIA Optima. The full list with risks and free remedies is in the Recalls & Reliability section on this page.

What are common problems with the 2018 KIA Optima?

Owners have filed 466 complaints with NHTSA for the 2018 KIA Optima; the most reported areas are Engine, Electrical System, Power Train. Read them all in the Recalls & Reliability section.

What engine does this 2018 KIA Optima have?

This 2018 KIA Optima runs a 2.4 L · 4 cyl · 185 hp engine on gasoline with FWD/Front-Wheel Drive and a Automatic, 6-speed transmission, according to the NHTSA build sheet.

2018 Kia Optima EX for Sale — VIN 5XXGU4L32JG238030

Name: 2018 Kia Optima EX
Brand: KIA
SKU: 5XXGU4L32JG238030
Price: 14016 USD
Availability: InStock

$1,154 above marketThis 2018 KIA Optima is listed at $14,016 against a $12,862 average for comparable listings ·market range $8,996–$16,970·trade-in from $5,398

About this vehicle

This used 2018 Kia Optima EX with 77,144 miles is for sale in Newark, DE.
The $14,016 asking price is $1,154 (9%) above the typical $12,862 for comparable listings.
Our market analysis compares 63 other Optima listings of this exact 2018 build currently for sale — averaging 94,321 miles and 37 days on market.
It runs a 2.4 L · 4 cyl · 185 hp engine with FWD/Front-Wheel Drive and a Automatic, 6-speed transmission.
The NHTSA build sheet lists 13 driver-assistance features, including backup camera, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning.
EPA fuel economy for the 2018 KIA Optima ranges from 26 to 29 MPG combined depending on configuration (fueleconomy.gov).
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2018 KIA Optima; owners most often report issues with Engine and Electrical System.

Market Overview

Market price range for similar cars

This vehicle

$14,016

+$1,154 above avg

Above market

$8,996Below market

$12,862Typical

$16,970Above market

Based on 63 similar vehicles for sale · avg 94,321 miles · avg 37 days on market

Below marketLower than average

At marketTypical range

Above marketHigher than average

Average Trade-in value for similar cars

FairVisible wear & issues

$5,398

GoodMinor cosmetic issues

$7,717

ExcellentLike-new condition

$10,182

Fuel Economy (EPA)

26–29

MPG combined

$2,200

Est. annual fuel cost

Runs on: Regular Gasoline

Varies by engine and configuration — 3 EPA-rated versions of this model.

Recalls & Reliability

2

Safety recalls

466

Owner complaints

Most reported areas

Engine 265Electrical System 71Power Train 39Service Brakes 32

Latest recalls

Hybrid Propulsion System08/03/2018

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may act...

Latches/Locks/Linkages24/08/2023

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the in...

Price & mileage history — data table

Price history
Date	Price	Mileage	Seller	Location
Jul 2, 2026	$14,016	77,144 mi	Martin Kia	Newark
Jul 2, 2026	$14,016	77,144 mi	Martin Kia	Newark
Jul 2, 2026	$14,016	77,144 mi	Martin Mazda	Newark

Odometer history
Date	Mileage	Price	Seller	Location
Jul 2, 2026	77,144 mi	$14,016	Martin Kia	Newark
Jul 2, 2026	77,144 mi	$14,016	Martin Kia	Newark
Jul 2, 2026	77,144 mi	$14,016	Martin Mazda	Newark

2018 KIA Optima price comparison near you

This vehicle: 2018 KIA OptimaEX$14,016 · 77,144 mi

Compare with

3 comparable 2018 KIA Optima EX listings for sale within 50 miles are priced from $13,995 to $15,998 (average $15,296) — this one is $1,280 below the local average.

1 cheaper than this one

87k mi31 MPGPilesgrove, NJ

61k mi29 MPGWilmington, DE

88k mi31 MPGSicklerville, NJ

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Year	2018
Make	KIA
Model	Optima
Trim	EX
Body Type	Sedan
Interior	Brown beige
Fuel economy (EPA)	26–29 MPG combined
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline
Engine	2.4 L · 4 cyl · 185 hp
Fuel	Gasoline
Drivetrain	FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission	Automatic, 6-speed
Body class	Sedan/Saloon
Doors	4
Seats	5
Manufacturer	KIA GEORGIA, INC

Driver assist & collision avoidance

13 features

Decoded from the NHTSA build sheet for VIN 5XXGU4L32JG238030

Backup camera

Blind-spot monitoring

Lane departure warning

ABS (anti-lock brakes)

Electronic stability control

Forward collision warning

Auto-emergency braking

Dynamic brake support

Adaptive cruise control

Park assist

Auto high-beam

Daytime running lights

Keyless ignition

KIA Optima — body generations

GenerationProducedFacelift

Gen 12015–2020—

this vehicle

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style — cross-generation listings are a different car in all but name.

VIN Breakdown

5XXGU4L32JG238030

5XX1–3WMI — ManufacturerBuilt by KIA GEORGIA, INC (United States)

GU4L34–8Vehicle attributesModel, body & engine: Sedan/Saloon · 2.4 L · 4 cyl · 185 hp

29Check digitValidates the VIN against transcription errors

J10Model yearCode “J” = 2018

G11Assembly plantFactory code assigned by the manufacturer

23803012–17Serial numberUnique production sequence of this exact vehicle

Active & former listings. Every ad we've tracked for this exact vehicle (by VIN) across marketplaces and dealer sites — both currently live and already removed. Each row links to the original listing on the platform where the car was offered for sale, with the price and status it had there, so you can follow its full sale history.