2016
Kia Optima Hybrid

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$25,995
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn
    Starts at
    $25,995
    36 City / 40 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    120 month/100,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn EX
    Starts at
    $32,195
    35 City / 39 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    120 month/100,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat midsize hybrid sedan
Four-cylinder engine plus electric motor
Six-speed automatic transmission
EX luxury trim level available

The good & the bad

The good

Sharp styling
Cabin appointments
Gas mileage
Smooth automatic transmission

The bad

Backseat headroom
Front seats need more cushioning
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
3/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
3/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.6%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
3/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
9.6%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Battery
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years or newer / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles
Dealer certification
165-point inspection
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  • 2018
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    MPG
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    Seat capacity
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    Starts at
    $22,600
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    Seat capacity
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    $27,750
    50 City / 54 Hwy
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    Front-wheel drive
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    Starts at
    $33,250
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    MPG
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    Seat capacity
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    Warranty
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    Front-wheel drive
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  • 2019
    Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid
    Starts at
    $35,390
    29 mi.
    Range
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    Seat capacity
    120 month/100,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I-4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
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Consumer reviews

73% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.2
Value 4.1
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.2

Most recent

By Fred from South Bend, Indiana
Owns this car
April 12, 2023

Don't do it!

First, my car has an engine failure due to a factory recall, and less than a month later it has a transmission failure. Mind you-- the car's transmission passed an inspection prior to the engine being replaced. I'm told it would cost almost 15,000 to replace. Also, learned the issues I've experienced with the transmission are related to all Kia sold between 2000 -2017. My car is a 2016 purchased in 2018 with only 67,000 miles. Save your money! I used to love this car but I'll never buy another Kia!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 2.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 1.0
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By sassy from Pembroke, Ontario, Canada
Owns this car
November 30, 2020

trouble from the day I bought it

Its a beautiful car inside and out, but having trouble with the hybrid system, The dash flashes check Hybrid system, shut car off, then surges at 40 km per hour, I'ts done this every since I bought the car, and mechanic in Canada don't know how to fix the problem, Now Kia Canada is involved, I sit in tears cause I have no help from anyone
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 3.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid?

The 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • EX (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid?

The 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid offers up to 36 MPG in city driving and 40 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid reliable?

The 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.2 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid owners.

Is the 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Kia Optima Hybrid. 73.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 19 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.2

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