Kia Optima
A hybrid or diesel sedan, that leaves the road faster than average, no longer sold new.
- Importer
- טל - קאר
- Model years
- 2012–2021
- On the road
- 1,577
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Kia Optima fuel economy
Calculated from the CO₂ emissions the importer reported to the Ministry of Transport: a litre of petrol emits about 2.31 kg and a litre of diesel about 2.68 kg. WLTP figures are closer to real driving; everyday consumption is usually higher.
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Kia Optima fuel economy
Calculated from the CO₂ emissions the importer reported to the Ministry of Transport: a litre of petrol emits about 2.31 kg and a litre of diesel about 2.68 kg. WLTP figures are closer to real driving; everyday consumption is usually higher.
By model year
How many stay on the road
Optima against the sedan average, by model year. Of 2018 cars, 82% are still active (class: 88%).
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How many stay on the road
Optima against the sedan average, by model year. Of 2018 cars, 82% are still active (class: 88%).
Sales by year
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Sales by year
Best year: 2018, with 687 new cars.
The last 24 months
2021 Kia Optima trims
From the Ministry of Transport model catalogue. Safety equipment is rated 0 to 8.
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2021 Kia Optima trims
From the Ministry of Transport model catalogue. Safety equipment is rated 0 to 8.
| Trim | Engine | hp | Powertrain | km/L | Safety | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX | 2L | 154 | Hybrid | 17.8 | — | ₪190,900 |
| PREMIUM | 2L | 154 | Hybrid | 17.8 | — | ₪199,900 |
Base trim price over the years
Importer's list price by model year, in shekels of that year. From 2012 to 2021 the price rose 12%.
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Base trim price over the years
Importer's list price by model year, in shekels of that year. From 2012 to 2021 the price rose 12%.
Kia Optima: frequently asked questions
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Kia Optima: frequently asked questions
What is the fuel consumption of the Kia Optima?+
Based on the emissions the importer reported to the Ministry of Transport (WLTP standard), the 2021 Kia Optima does 17.8 km/L, or 5.6 L/100 km in the most efficient trim. Real-world consumption is usually higher.
How much does a new Kia Optima cost in Israel?+
The Kia Optima is no longer on the price list. Its last price, for 2021, was ₪191K–200K.
How many Kia Optima cars are there in Israel?+
1,577 are on the road, number 55 among sedans. Another 1,255 have already left the road.
Is the Kia Optima reliable?+
A good long-term measure is how many cars stay on the road. Of all Kia Optima cars built in 2018, 82% are still active, against 88% of all sedans from that year.
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Sources: Ministry of Transport, via data.gov.il (in Hebrew): מאגר כמויות כלי רכב לפי תוצר, דגם ושנת ייצור · תוצרים ודגמים של כלי רכב (WLTP) · יבואנים ומחירוני רכב חדש · כמות כלי רכב חדשים בעלי קוד דגם העולים על הכביש בכל חודש. New registrations through September 2026.