Kia Optima Fourth generation (JF) (2016 - 2018)

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Fourth generation (JF) of Kia Optima has been in production since 2016 by 2018.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Fourth generation (JF) is longer than the previous generation by 0.4 inches , is wider by 1.1 inches , is higher by 0.6 inches. The weight of the car has decreased by 18 lbs.
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2018 Kia Optima Engines list
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Kia Optima Fourth generation (JF) dimensions and specs
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Fourth generation (JF) | |
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Body style | Sedan |
Engine options | G4KH, 2.0L I-4, 243 HP, 260 lb/ft |
G4KE, 2.4L I-4, 177 HP, 170 lb/ft | |
G4FP, 1.6L I-4, 178 HP, 195 lb/ft | |
Transmission | 6-spd w/OD, 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
Drive type | front-wheel |
Length | 191.10 in |
Width | 73.20 in |
Height | 57.70 in |
Wheelbase | 110.40 in |
Curb weight | 3219 - 3594 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Cargo capacity | 15.9 cu.in |
Cargo capacity with seats hold down | 15.9 cu.in |
Front hip room | 56.00 in |
Rear hip room | 56.00 in |
Front Headroom | 40.00 in |
Rear Headroom | 38.00 in |
Front shoulder room | 58.00 in |
Rear shoulder room | 56.00 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 18.50 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 22 - 28/31 - 39 |
Towing capacity | 2000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6.8 - 7.6 sec |
¼ mile time | 15.2 - 15.9 sec |
Kia Optima Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Kia Optima Fourth generation (JF) production period from 2016 to 2018 drivers have reported 168 complaints. The most common problems are ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year | Complaints |
2018 Optima |
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2017 Optima |
29
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2016 Optima |
116
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
ENGINE when starting from a dead stop the car hesitates up to 6 or 7 seconds. i think it has stalled... |
60
~ 35532 miles |
POWER TRAIN when starting from a dead stop the car hesitates up to 6 or 7 seconds. i think it has stalled... |
27
~ 26312 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owned a 2016 kia optima. after parking the vehicle in the driveway for 15 hours the vehicle... |
26
~ 29159 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER since i had the car in aug2016 brand new when i give it gas the valves ping and peak extremely... |
26
~ 20951 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING when. i'm driving the car shuts off but comes right back on and sometimes the radio just shuts off and |
15
~ 34971 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. while driving various speeds the vehicle accelerated independently and the engine rpms... |
15
~ 20143 miles |
AIR BAGS i was involve in a bad accident with 10k in front end damage and my air bags did not deploy |
15
~ 22111 miles |
STEERING tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. while driving 15 mph the steering wheel became loose and the traction... |
12
~ 45394 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES when decelerating/braking the car jerks harshly forward at 52 42 32 mph. on wet highways a when it jerks the... |
12
~ 12951 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE on may 30 2017 at approximately 1200hrs est while driving under normal conditions with very light traffic the sunroof exploded.... |
11
~ 27270 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL the car stumbles to start and when i accelerate it flutters until picking up speed. this happened on highway 43.... |
8
~ 50779 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM shutter/hesitation upon take off. i signed my lease on 9/29 and was at the service dept first of 7 times... |
8
~ 52263 miles |
SEAT BELTS was hit head on by a sliding vehicle with bald tires. air bags did not deploy and seat belts did... |
6
~ 24877 miles |
SEATS this vehicle suffers from a hesitation during take off. according to kia this hesitation come from a 7 speed dual... |
5
~ 30680 miles |
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. while driving approximately 40 mph the contact heard an explosion. the contact... |
3
~ 37513 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. the contact stated that all four window regulators failed. the contact was... |
2
~ 42000 miles |
WHEELS i rented a vehicle from fair/uber under a california promotion. in the understanding the vehicle was uber ready. three weeks... |
2
~ 7500 miles |
SUSPENSION i rented a vehicle from fair/uber under a california promotion. in the understanding the vehicle was uber ready. three weeks... |
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12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM letter from congressman earl l buddy carter on behalf of constituent regarding issues with a kia purchased in savannah georgia.... |
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CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2016 kia optima. consumer writes with concerns malfunctions with advanced smart cruise control. *as *tr... |
1
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HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2016 kia optima. while driving 30 mph both headlights flickered and failed to illuminate. the... |
1
~ 67278 miles |
WARNINGS > FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE tl* the contact owns a 2018 kia optima. while operating the vehicle at various speeds the forward collision warning system... |
1
~ 300 miles |
AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING > FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE tl* the contact owns a 2018 kia optima. while operating the vehicle at various speeds the forward collision warning system... |
1
~ 300 miles |
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2017 kia optima. while driving approximately 70 mph the headlights flickered a couple of times... |
1
~ 7000 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE purchased a 2016 kia optima ex with the premium package with less than 30 odometer miles in april 2017 from... |
1
~ 4226 miles |
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY when the car encounters a hill and needs to downshift either to climb or to hold back the speed when... |
1
~ 7 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Kia Optima and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Kia Optima to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...
- All new Free-style flexible design
- 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
- Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
- Free style mounting to bumper...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
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Q1-Tech Front Bumper Lip fit for compati...
- Fitment: Compatible with 2016 2017 2018 Kia Optima LX / EX / LX-Turbo Only
- Made From High Quality ABS with Unpainted Matt Black that is Very Flexible and won't Crack
- Provide an elegant and personalized...
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Q1-Tech Front Bumper Lip fit for compati...
- ?Fitment: Compatible with 2016 2017 2018 Kia Optima SX / SXL / S Model Only
- ?Made From High Quality ABS with Painted Carbon Fiber that is Very Flexible and won't Crack
- ?Provide an elegant and...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Touren TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Matte Black/Machined Ring Finish
- 18x8 Size, 40 Offset
- Formed with a fierce 14-spoke mesh pattern that lets your brake system show through
- Topped off with a matching Touren center cap
- Made from aluminum for weight...
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RTX BLACK WIDOW Custom Wheel - 17x7.5, 4...
- Lug nuts, installation kits, hub rings are not included with wheel purchase
- Pictures are meant to show the general style of the wheel.
- Please note that the number of lug holes and lip size/depth may...
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TOUREN TR60 3260 Wheel 17X7.5 5X100/5X11...
- Touren Employs The Most Advanced Engineering In All Of Our Wheels
- Our Meticulous Standards Deliver The Highest Quality And Performance For Your Vehicle
- Vivid Finishes Create Tasteful Looks With Stylish Appeal; Our Lifetime Warranty Is...
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TOUREN TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Country Of Origin : China
- Package Weight : 26.0 Lbs
- Formed With A Fierce 14-Spoke Mesh Pattern That Lets Your Brake System Show Through
- Topped Off With A Matching Touren Center Cap
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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R9-HS2-073_2 compatible with Kia Optima ...
- Compatible With Kia Optima (JF) 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch)/5 kg/mm (280 lbs/inch); Damping Levels: 32 Ways
- Specially Designed Coil Springs Over Shock Kit To Lower The...
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Godspeed MSS0182 compatible with Kia Opt...
- compatible with Kia Optima (JF) 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 2020 All Models
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 6 kg/mm/5 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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Xotic Tech Fender Stripes Hash Marks Vin...
- 1 Roll (left and right) of red color die-cut Hood to Fender stickers for car decorative purpose, Compatible with all Car body.
- This hood fender decal stickers made by high grade KK Vinyl for longer...

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