Kia Optima Owners, What Do You Think?

Finch said:
The best years for reliability are 2016-2019 since they fixed engine problems. Avoid the 2020 model—it’s a redesign with a new engine.

Do you mean the 2021 Kia K5? I didn’t see major changes between the 2019 and 2020 Optimas. I just got a 2020 Optima.

@Dylan
Yeah, I meant the K5. Congrats on the new car!

Finch said:
The best years for reliability are 2016-2019 since they fixed engine problems. Avoid the 2020 model—it’s a redesign with a new engine.

2016 was the first year for that generation. I’d suggest 2017-2020 instead. First years often have reliability kinks.

They’re great for basic transportation with lots of features for the price. If you’re buying new, I’d go…