Question 1

Is the Kia OPTIMA HYBRID reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Kia OPTIMA HYBRID has 397 total NHTSA complaints across 8 model years. The most reliable years are 2016 (6 complaints), 2018 (7 complaints), 2015 (17 complaints). Years to avoid: 2012 (151 complaints), 2013 (80 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Kia OPTIMA HYBRID should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2012, 2013 Kia OPTIMA HYBRID. The 2012 model has the most complaints (151) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Kia OPTIMA HYBRID?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Kia OPTIMA HYBRID are 2016 (6 complaints), 2018 (7 complaints), 2015 (17 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2018	7	I brought the vehicle into Kia service for the rec...	Excellent Reliability
2017	38	THE VEHICLE IS GETTING STUCK ON ELECTRIC MODE AND ...	Above Average
2016	6	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. WHI...	Excellent Reliability
2015	17	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA OPTIMA. WHILE DRIV...	Above Average
2014	51	WHILE TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IN THE PARKING LOT ST...	Average
2013	80	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KIA OPTIMA HYBRID. THE...	Below Average
2012	151	THIS CAR SEVERELY HESITATES/STALLS AFTER COMING TO...	Avoid This Year
2011	47	WHEN APPLYING GAS PEDAL TO PULL AWAY FROM A DEAD S...	Average

Kia OPTIMA HYBRID — All Years

Kia OPTIMA HYBRID — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid