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Look up available Kia Optima vehicle details and compare engine, transmission and body variants. The results depend on the VIN and market; the catalog does not confirm a car’s exact factory equipment. 7 listed variants. Free, no registration.

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2016–2019 7 variants Sedan PetrolDiesel
Model-family illustration
Model-family illustration. Body style and generation may differ. Photo: Wikimedia Commons, via Wikimedia Commons

Kia Optima specs by variant

All 7 listed variants, grouped by fuel and gearbox. Open a group and compare the listed years, engine, power and emissions. On a small screen, scroll the table sideways.

Petrol · AUTOMATIC 3 variants
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L Turbo 6AT FWD (245 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 2.0 L 245 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.4L 6AT FWD (185 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 2.4 L 185 bhp AUTOMATIC 6sp FWD —
2.0T 7AT FWD (180 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 2.0 L 178 bhp AUTOMATIC 7sp FWD —
Petrol · DCT 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.6L Turbo 7AT FWD (178 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 1.6 L 178 bhp DCT 7sp FWD —
Petrol · MANUAL 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
2.0L CVVL 6MT FWD (163 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 2.0 L 161 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
Diesel · MANUAL 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.7L CRDi 6MT FWD (141 HP) 2016–2019 Diesel 1.7 L 139 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
Diesel · AUTOMATIC 1 variant
VariantListed yearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.7L CRDi 7AT FWD (141 HP) 2016–2019 Diesel 1.7 L 139 bhp AUTOMATIC 7sp FWD —

Specification reference from cardata.wiki. A question mark means a year boundary is missing from the source, not that production continues. An empty field means the source did not provide that value. Confirm the fitted engine, transmission and equipment against the car’s documents. How specification matching works.

Using the Kia Optima specifications

Start with the car’s year, body and engine, then compare the matching row. Several variants may share a model name while differing in power, transmission or drive layout. If the advert conflicts with the registration or manufacturer documents, resolve the mismatch before relying on the specifications. A VIN lookup can help narrow the comparison, but does not replace a build record or inspection.

Other Optima generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Kia Optima VIN FAQ

What can a Kia Optima VIN lookup show?+
It can return available vehicle details and related model data. A catalog variant list does not prove the exact engine, gearbox or factory equipment fitted to your car. Recall campaigns are model-level matches, not confirmation of an outstanding repair for your VIN.
Where should I check the Kia Optima identification number?+
Compare the number on the registration document with the vehicle’s identification markings. Common locations on modern vehicles include the windscreen base and a door-jamb label, but the owner’s manual is the reference for the correct location on your version.
What do the Kia Optima dates in this catalog mean?+
The source lists years 2016–2019 across 7 variants. A question mark means a year boundary was not supplied. These are catalog dates, not a verified production history or an individual vehicle’s build date.
Is the Kia Optima VIN check free?+
Yes. The available decode, specifications and model-level results are free without an account. An optional paid history report may contain additional records depending on the car and market.

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