The 2020 Kia Optima, the latest model year on record, is 191.3″ long, 73.2″ wide and 57.9″ tall on a 110.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 3,519 lb. At 15.9 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.1 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Kia Optima generation, measured
The current car, sold since 2016, is 0.7″ longer than the 2012–2015 one.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015 | 190.6″ | 72″ | 57.1″ | 110.2″ | 3,384 lb |
| 2016–2020 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 57.9″ | 110.6″ | 3,411 lb |
Optima year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 110.6″ | 4 | |
| 2019 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 110.6″ | 4 | |
| 2018 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 110.6″ | 4 | |
| 2017 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 110.6″ | 4 | |
| 2016 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 110.6″ | 2 | |
| 2015 | 190.6″ | 72″ | 110.2″ | 3 | |
| 2014 | 190.6″ | 72″ | 110.2″ | 3 | |
| 2013 | 190.6″ | 72″ | 110.2″ | 3 | |
| 2012 | 190.6″ | 72″ | 110.2″ | 3 |
Optima on the used market
In 1,616 Optima listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2012–2015 car is the most common: 720 of them (45%), at an average asking price of $5,523. ForCar visitors have decoded 189 Optima VINs; the most checked model years are 2015, 2016 and 2019.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–2020 | 705 | 44% | $8,440 | 110,185 mi |
| 2012–2015 | 720 | 45% | $5,523 | 135,952 mi |
| Other years | 191 | 12% | $3,877 | 149,091 mi |
Will a Optima fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.9 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.9 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.1 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,039 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 73.2″ | 73.2″ | same |
| Wheelbase | 110.6″ | 111″ | −0.4″ |
| Curb weight | 3,519 lb | 3,926 lb | −407 lb |
Optima against its rivals
Next to the Cadillac CTS, Ford Fusion and Buick LaCrosse, the Optima is the shortest and the lightest of the four.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Optima (this car) | 2020 | 191.3″ | 73.2″ | 3,519 lb |
| Cadillac CTS | 2020 | 196.1″ | 72″ | 3,860 lb |
| Ford Fusion | 2020 | 191.7″ | 73.2″ | 3,708 lb |
| Buick LaCrosse | 2020 | 197.6″ | 73.2″ | 3,719 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2020 Optima bigger than the 2019?
No. The 2020 and 2019 Optima are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Optima or the Cadillac CTS?
The 2020 Cadillac CTS is 4.8″ longer and 341 lb heavier than the 2020 Optima.
How much does a used Optima cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $5,523 for the 2012–2015 car to $8,440 for the 2016–2020 one, across 1,616 listings.
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