Question 1

Is the Kia OPTIMA PHEV reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Kia OPTIMA PHEV has 49 total NHTSA complaints across 2 model years. The most reliable years are 2018 (12 complaints). Years to avoid: 2017 (37 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Kia OPTIMA PHEV should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2017 Kia OPTIMA PHEV. The 2017 model has the most complaints (37) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Kia OPTIMA PHEV?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Kia OPTIMA PHEV are 2018 (12 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2018	12	ERROR MESSAGE "CHECK HYBRID SYSTEM. TURN OFF ENGI...	Above Average
2017	37	I HAVE 2017 KIA PLUG IN I HAD TO REPLACE BATTERIES...	Below Average

Kia OPTIMA PHEV — All Years

Kia OPTIMA PHEV — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid