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Kia Optima problems: all generations

We have documented 2 generations of the Kia Optima: Optima III (2011–2015) and Optima IV (2015–2018). The one with the best score is the Kia Optima IV (6.5/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.

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  1. Kia Optima III

    2011–2015 · code TF

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.7 CRDi

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.3 out of 10MotorFiable Score

  2. Kia Optima IV

    2015–2018 · code JF

    Engines and gearboxes: 1.7 CRDi, 2.0 / 2.4 GDI and T-GDI (Theta II)

    Most serious fault: Critical severity

    6.5 out of 10MotorFiable Score

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