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Free Kia Optima VIN Decoder

Decode your Kia Optima VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 7 variants (2016–2019). No registration.

2016–2019 7 variants Sedan PetrolDiesel
Kia Optima
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Kia Optima specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Optima variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
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 —
1.6L Turbo 7AT FWD (178 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 1.6 L 178 bhp DCT 7sp FWD —
2.0T 7AT FWD (180 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 2.0 L 178 bhp AUTOMATIC 7sp FWD —
2.0L CVVL 6MT FWD (163 HP) 2016–2019 Petrol 2.0 L 161 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
1.7L CRDi 6MT FWD (141 HP) 2016–2019 Diesel 1.7 L 139 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
1.7L CRDi 7AT FWD (141 HP) 2016–2019 Diesel 1.7 L 139 bhp AUTOMATIC 7sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

Why decode a Kia Optima VIN?

The VIN confirms the exact engine, gearbox and trim, exposes outstanding recalls, and verifies the car matches its paperwork, so you can be sure a used Optima is what the advert claims before you buy.

Other Optima generations and versions

The same nameplate across body styles and chassis generations.

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Kia Optima VIN FAQ

What does a Kia Optima VIN tell you?+
A Kia Optima VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Kia Optima?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Kia Optima made?+
Our database covers the Kia Optima for model years 2016–2019, across 7 variants.
Is the Kia Optima VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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